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| Eddie Sharkey | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Edward Shyman |
| Born | February 4, 1936[1] Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Spouse(s) | Dixie Jordan (divorced) |
| Professional wrestling career | |
| Billed height | 5"9 |
| Billed weight | 220 lb (100 kg) |
| Debut | 1950 |
Eddie Sharkey (born February 4, 1936) is an American former professional wrestler, promoter, and trainer, widely recognized as "the Trainer of Champions".[2] Eddie Sharkey began his career as a wrestler in the 1950s, but it is his contributions as a trainer and mentor that brought him widespread recognition. He has been instrumental in training many of the most notable talents in sports entertainment including Jesse Ventura and the Road Warriors.[3]
- ^ "Eddie Sharkey OWW Profile". Online World of Wrestling. Retrieved November 22, 2018.
- ^ "Staff: Shawn Daivari". The Academy School of Professional Wrestling. Retrieved December 7, 2017.
- ^ "10 Forgotten Wrestlers Who Played A Major Part In A Legend's Career". TheSportster. July 1, 2023. Retrieved July 21, 2023.