This is former @SecVWrestling champion Tony Silipini of Madison. https://t.co/oYwuAHLRZn https://t.co/RKq0gL76sK
— armdrag.com (@wnywrestling) May 30, 2021
Tony Marino, a former bodybuilder who became an international star in the 60s and 70s, passed away earlier today at the age of 90.
Born Tony Silipini, his death was first reported by Cauliflower Alley President Brian Blair, who was a close friend.
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"His original name was Tony Silipini and he was a City and Section 5 champion from Madison in 1949 before embarking on a successful pro career.
"An interesting note is that he grew up on Broad Street just around the corner from where I lived on Smith St. and that Bob Marella (Gorilla Monsoon) lived about a block away on Walnut St. when he was in elementary school." - Frank Marotta