Alfonso A. Castillo wrote a nice article on Vince Russo for Newsday that was published yesterday. Here’s an excerpt: Vince Russo’s philosophy on how to present pro wrestling was formed on the night that […]
Alfonso A. Castillo wrote a nice article on Vince Russo for Newsday that was published yesterday. Here’s an excerpt:
Vince Russo’s philosophy on how to present pro wrestling was formed on the night that he attended his very first World Wide Wrestling Federation event about 40 years ago in the old Long Island Arena in Commack.
The Valiant Brothers and their manager Capt. Lou Albano were set to take on arch rivals Tony Garea and The Happy Hawaiian, Dean Ho, in the night’s main event.
“And, for that six-man at the Commack arena, the babyfaces brought in the big, heavy hitter. I am so thankful for getting to see this live. They brought in Haystacks Calhoun,” said Russo, 55, recalling the 6-foot-4, 640-pound wrestling legend. “People that hate me, they don’t understand. Because seeing Lou Albano in there with Haystacks Calhoun, that will just embed a vision in your mind that you will never forget your entire life.”
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