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The Fabulous Moolah
Also known as Lillian Ellison, Mary Ellison, Mary Lillian Ellison
Career
Active 1949 – 2004
Biography
About The Fabulous Moolah
Moolah was celebrated as a leading figure in women's wrestling and was the first woman inducted into the WWF Hall of Fame in 1995. She is also a member of the NWA Hall of Fame and the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame. After her death, allegations emerged that she had exploited female wrestlers under her tutelage both financially and sexually, damaging her legacy. She stood 5'6" with an athletic build, auburn hair, and blue eyes. She passed away on November 2, 2007, at age 84.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Died
- Friday 2nd of November 2007 (age 84)
- Years Active
- 1949-2004 (started around 25 years old; 55 years active)
- Birthplace
- Kershaw County, South Carolina, United States
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Auburn
- Eye Color
- Blue
- Weight
- 138 lbs (or 63 kg)
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Frequently asked
How did The Fabulous Moolah get her start in wrestling?
She began training with Billy Wolfe and Mildred Burke, and also worked alongside Buddy Rogers early in her career.
What was The Fabulous Moolah's longest championship reign?
She held the NWA World Women's Championship for 28 years, starting in 1956.
Why is she considered a record-holder in wrestling?
She was an eight-time world champion, and her combined reigns make her the longest-reigning world champion in wrestling history.
What was her role in the Rock 'n' Wrestling Connection?
She feuded with Cyndi Lauper and Wendi Richter, leading to a match at The Brawl to End It All in 1984.
Did you know
- She became the oldest champion in wrestling history at age 76.
- The first woman inducted into the WWF Hall of Fame, in 1995.
- Her career spanned 55 years, from 1949 to 2004.
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