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Antonio Pugliese

Jan 22, 1941 - Aug 19, 2000 (59 years old) in Cosenza, Calabria, Italy

Antonio Pugliese, better known by his ring name, Tony Parisi, was a Canadian professional wrestler. He won tag team championships in several promotions, including WWE. With Louis Cerdan, he held the WWE World Tag Team Championship from 1975 to 1976. As a singles wrestler, he also won the WWE International Heavyweight Championship.

After retiring from wrestling, Pugliese continued to work in the industry and also operated a hotel and restaurant. He died in 2000 from an aneurysm.

Known For

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WWF All-Star Wrestling
Tony Parisi
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WWE Maple Leaf Wrestling: December '85
Tony Parisi
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WWE Maple Leaf Wrestling: November '85
Tony Parisi
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WWE Maple Leaf Wrestling: October '85
Toni Parisi

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