Antonio Inoki - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 20, 1943 |
|---|---|
| Age | 83 |
| Birthplace | Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Antonio Inoki's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Founder of New Japan Pro-Wrestling, wrestler, match against Muhammad Ali, Japanese senator |
Intro
Antonio Inoki was a Japanese professional wrestler, promoter, martial artist, and politician. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in professional wrestling, both in Japan and internationally, and is known for founding New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) and his high-profile match against Muhammad Ali.
Early Life & Background
Antonio Inoki, born Kanji Inoki, was the sixth son of a wealthy Japanese family. He moved to Brazil with his family at age 13, where he became a successful athlete before being scouted by Rikidōzan to train as a professional wrestler in Japan.
Career Highlights
- Founded New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) in 1972
- Famous 1976 exhibition match against Muhammad Ali, which is considered a precursor to modern mixed martial arts
- Multiple-time IWGP Heavyweight Champion
- Served as a member of the Japanese House of Councillors, involved in diplomatic efforts including negotiations with North Korea
Trivia
- Inoki was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2010.
- He was known for slapping fans or wrestlers as a blessing or to give them fighting spirit.
- He converted to Islam during a visit to Iraq in 1990, taking the name Muhammad Hussain Inoki.
FAQs
People also ask
Antonio Inoki is 83 years old.
Antonio Inoki was born the 20 February 1943.
Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.
On His Birth-Day
About February 20th, 1943, in brief:
- Historical events: On February 20, 1943, the first of Norman Rockwell's Four Freedoms paintings, 'Freedom of Speech,' was published in The Saturday Evening Post. This series, inspired by President Franklin D. Roosevelt's 1941 State of the Union address, depicted essential human rights and was accompanied by an essay by Booth Tarkington.
- Day of the week: February 20th, 1943 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Song of Bernadette directed by Henry King
Check the link for more news and curiosities on February 20th, 1943.