• GalacticGrapefruit
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    2 days ago

    Andre had a lot of joint problems related to his gigantism, as well as physical injuries from his wrestling career. He self-medicated with alcohol, and became addicted to it.

    It was really sad.

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      2 days ago

      Hello sir, yes hi. I came for an amusing anecdote, but instead I was shown nothing but sadness and pity. I’d like a refund please.

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        2 days ago

        I’m sorry I am not authorized to give refunds, but I hope that the following Andre the Giant facts will help: he was widely known as the “Gentle Giant” because his real-life personality was exceptionally kind, friendly, and generous. He was soft-spoken and gentle around children, lifting them up and being patient so they wouldn’t be scared. He disliked arrogance and mean-spirited people, and would physically “reprimand” bully coworkers in the ring.

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          19 hours ago

          He was a good guy. I’m ashamed to admit that I believed some lies about him for a long time.