- Despite his immense size, André the Giant was known for his gentle demeanor and kind-hearted nature, often described as a gentle giant by those who knew him.
- Storybook giants are several stories tall but seldom seem short on shirts or shelter. By comparison, Andre the Giant got shortchanged.
- Born in Grenoble, France, in 1946, Roussimoff "was a beautiful baby," his older brother, Antoine , said in the HBO documentary, "Andre the Giant."
- His parents named him Andre Rene Rousimoff, but we knew him as The Eighth Wonder of the World, Andre the Giant.
- His legend continues to inspire and captivate fans around the world, ensuring that the legacy of André the Giant remains larger than life.
- World Wrestling Federation: Andre The Giant landed a starring role in the very successful film “The Princess Bride” as the gentle giant character Fezzik.
- Andre The Giant was born Andre Rene Roussimoff in the countryside of Grenoble, France. His parents and four siblings were of average size.
- Andre The Giant's Beer Drinking Myths vs Facts. Truly amazing stories about Andre the Giant's ability to consume beer, wine and mixed drinks en masse.
- Andre the Giant: A Brief Biography. André René Roussimoff was a French-Bulgarian professional wrestler and actor. He was best known for his work with WWF.
- Childhood & Early Life. André the Giant was born André René Roussimoff, on May 19, 1946, in Molien, France, to Boris and Mariann.