: His gigantism was caused by a pituitary tumor. Although he was offered medical intervention at age 24, he declined, choosing to live life as he was born. Physical Records : While billed at , some sources suggest he was closer to
André was the first true "final boss" of professional wrestling, remaining undefeated for nearly 15 years in the WWE (then WWF) . Andre the Giant
. He reportedly wore a size 26 shoe and had a 71-inch chest. A Global Wrestling Attraction : His gigantism was caused by a pituitary tumor
: André grew up on a farm in Molien, France. By age 12, he was already and weighed over 200 pounds. By age 12, he was already and weighed over 200 pounds
André the Giant , born André René Roussimoff in 1946, was a legendary French professional wrestler and actor widely celebrated as the . Standing at a billed height of