Atlanta, Ga. 11/4/2007 1:35:00 AM
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Fabulous Moolah, Legendary Wrestler, Passes Away at 84

Legendary female wrestler “The Fabulous Moolah” passed away last night at the age of 84.

 

Lillian Ellision, known inside the wrestling ring as “The Fabulous Moolah,” dominated the sport of women’s wrestling from the 1950’s through the 1980’s. Her became synonymous with the sport as she consistently held world titles and became involved in just about every subplot created by organizations for which she wrestled.

 

Moolah had been recovering from an eye transplant and shoulder surgery when she died in her Columbia, S.C. home. She was inducted into the Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2003.

 

A statement has been posted on the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) noting, “In the world of women’s wrestling, there will always be one irrefutable legend that stands head and shoulders above the rest: The Fabulous Moolah. She was the longest reigning champion in the history of her chosen sport, or any sport for that matter. And with more than 50 years in the business to her credit, she established a legacy that will never be forgotten, making her name synonymous with female wrestling.”

 

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