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Pat Patterson: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Pat Patterson? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Pat Patterson
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Pat Patterson (born Pierre Clermont; January 19, 1941 – December 2, 2020) was a Canadian-American professional wrestler and producer, widely known for his long tenure in the professional wrestling promotion WWE, first as a wrestler, then as a creative consultant and producer, or agent. He is recognized by the company as their first Intercontinental Champion and creator of the Royal Rumble match. He was inducted into the WWF Hall of Fame as part of the class of 1996. In 2019, Patterson became the oldest person to win a title in WWE history, after winning the WWE 24/7 Championship at age 78. He was described by journalist Dave Meltzer as "Vince McMahon's right-hand man" and "one of the chief architects of the WWE, playing an integral role in helping it become a global phenomenon".

Quick facts about Pat Patterson

  • Full name: Pat Patterson
  • Born: 1941-01-19
  • Nationality: Canada
  • Known as: Creator
  • Wikidata ID: Q720955

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Pat Patterson?

Pat Patterson (born Pierre Clermont; January 19, 1941 – December 2, 2020) was a Canadian-American professional wrestler and producer, widely known for his long tenure in the professional wrestling promotion WWE, first as a wrestler, then as a creative consultant and producer, or agent.

What nationality is Pat Patterson?

Pat Patterson is Canada.

When was Pat Patterson born?

Pat Patterson was born on 1941-01-19.

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