{"id":678,"date":"2025-05-18T21:05:17","date_gmt":"2025-05-18T21:05:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/?p=678"},"modified":"2025-05-20T08:47:54","modified_gmt":"2025-05-20T08:47:54","slug":"kurt-angle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/kurt-angle\/","title":{"rendered":"About Kurt Angle"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Full Name:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Kurt Steven Angle<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Date of Birth:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

December 9, 1968<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Place of Birth:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Height:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

6’0″ (1.83 m)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Weight:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Around 220 lbs (100 kg)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nationality:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

American<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Early Life and Amateur Wrestling Background<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Kurt Angle grew up in Pittsburgh and was a standout amateur wrestler from a young age.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • He won numerous national and international wrestling titles as a teenager.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Attended Clarion University in Pennsylvania.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • His amateur wrestling career peaked when he won a gold medal in freestyle wrestling at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia<\/strong>, despite competing with a broken neck \u2014 an extraordinary testament to his toughness and skill.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Angle remains one of the few Olympic gold medalists to transition successfully into professional wrestling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Professional Wrestling Career<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Early Career and WWE Debut (1998\u20132006)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • Signed by WWE (then WWF) in 1998 shortly after the Olympics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Quickly established himself as one of the best technical wrestlers and performers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Known for his \u201cheel\u201d (villain) persona that combined arrogance, intensity, and humor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • His in-ring style was a unique mix of high-level amateur wrestling techniques and professional wrestling showmanship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Championships & Accomplishments in WWE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • 6\u00d7 WWE Champion<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • 2\u00d7 WWE Intercontinental Champion<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • 4\u00d7 WWE Tag Team Champion<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • King of the Ring<\/strong> winner (2000)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • WWE\u2019s 2000 Superstar of the Year<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Known for legendary matches against The Rock, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Triple H, Shawn Michaels, and Brock Lesnar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Impact in TNA\/Impact Wrestling (2006\u20132016)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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        • After WWE, Kurt became a cornerstone for TNA (Total Nonstop Action Wrestling).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Captured the TNA World Heavyweight Championship 6 times<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Won the TNA King of the Mountain Championship<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Helped raise the profile of TNA by delivering memorable matches and storylines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • His presence helped solidify TNA as a viable alternative to WWE during the late 2000s and early 2010s.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Return to WWE and Later Years (2017\u20132019)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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          • Returned to WWE in 2017 as a part-time performer and occasional commentator.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Competed in high-profile matches and special events before retiring from in-ring competition in 2019.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2017.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
            \n\n\n\n

            Character & In-Ring Style<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
              \n
            • Known as \u201cThe Olympic Hero,\u201d Angle\u2019s gimmick was rooted in his amateur wrestling success.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • A master technician in the ring, celebrated for his suplexes, submissions, and suplex-to-submission sequences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Signature moves include:\n
                \n
              • Angle Slam<\/strong> (finisher)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Ankle Lock submission<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Belly-to-belly suplex<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Blended humor and intensity in promos, making him a fan favorite and top heel alike.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
                \n\n\n\n

                Memorable Matches & Rivalries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                • Classic bouts with Shawn Michaels<\/strong> (WrestleMania 21) and The Rock<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Iconic feuds with Stone Cold Steve Austin<\/strong>, Triple H<\/strong>, Brock Lesnar<\/strong>, and Samoa Joe<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Known for his work ethic and consistency in delivering top-tier performances.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
                  \n\n\n\n

                  Awards and Honors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                  • WWE Hall of Fame (Class of 2017)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Pro Wrestling Illustrated\u2019s Wrestler of the Year (2000)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Multiple Match of the Year awards from various wrestling media outlets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                    Personal Life<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                    • Married twice; has children.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Known for his candidness about struggles with painkillers and addiction, becoming an advocate for recovery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Active in charity work and motivational speaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
                      \n\n\n\n

                      Famous Quotes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                      \n

                      \u201cIt\u2019s true, it\u2019s damn true!\u201d
                      \u201cThe Olympic gold medalist has arrived!\u201d
                      \u201cYou\u2019re going to tap out to the Ankle Lock.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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                      Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                      Kurt Angle is widely regarded as one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time, uniquely blending Olympic-level wrestling skill with charismatic entertainment. His contributions to WWE, TNA, and the wrestling industry at large have left an indelible mark. His legacy as a fierce competitor and beloved character continues to inspire fans and wrestlers worldwide.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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