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Michael Buffer - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 02, 1944 |
|---|---|
| Age | 81 |
| Birthplace | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Michael Buffer's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Ring announcer famous for the catchphrase 'Let's get ready to rumble!' |
Intro
Michael Buffer is an American ring announcer for boxing, professional wrestling, and National Football League (NFL) matches. He is best known for his trademarked catchphrase, 'Let's get ready to rumble!', which has become iconic within the sports world.
Early Life & Background
Michael Buffer was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and later worked as a model before beginning his career as a ring announcer in the 1980s.
Career Highlights
- Created and trademarked the catchphrase 'Let's get ready to rumble!'
- Announced major boxing matches, including title fights involving Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield, Sugar Ray Leonard, and others
- Worked as a ring announcer for WWE and WCW wrestling events
- Appeared in television shows, movies, and commercials leveraging his famous catchphrase
Trivia
- His half-brother is Bruce Buffer, the announcer for UFC.
- His signature phrase has reportedly earned him hundreds of millions through licensing and personal appearances.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Michael Buffer?
Michael Buffer is 81 years old.
When was Michael Buffer born?
Michael Buffer was born the 2 November 1944.
Where is Michael Buffer from?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About November 2nd, 1944, in brief:
- Historical events: In November 1944, the mass extermination of Jews in the gas chambers at Auschwitz-Birkenau ceased. The majority of Jewish prisoners assigned to labor in the crematorium and gas chamber crews were liquidated in September, October, and November as eyewitnesses to extermination. More than 400 Jews died during a mutiny by a crematorium crew (Sonderkommando) on October 7, 1944. Several score Sonderkommando members were kept alive until the final liquidation of the camp.
- Day of the week: November 2nd, 1944 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: How Many Hearts Have You Broken? by Stan Kenton & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: Jamboree directed by Joseph Santley
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