Sumo Wrestling Pioneer Akebono Dies at 54
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Taro Akebono, the first foreign-born sumo grand champion who later transitioned to professional wrestling and mixed martial arts, has passed away at the age of 54 due to heart failure. Akebono, born in Hawaii as Chadwick Haheo Rowan, achieved success in both sumo and professional wrestling, including a memorable appearance at WrestleMania 21 where he defeated Big Show in a sumo match.
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- Sumo Wrestling Legend Akebono Dead At 54 TMZ
- Akebono, a pioneering giant and ‘proud Hawaiian’ in sumo, dies at 54 Hawaii News Now
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