Japan wrestling legend and former lawmaker Antonio Inoki dies at 79
Flamboyant Japanese professional wrestler turned politician Antonio Inoki died Saturday at the age of 79, according to a company he founded.
His death, which public broadcaster NHK said was from heart failure, brought to an end a varied life in the public eye, during which Inoki fought Muhammad Ali, fostered close personal ties with North Korea, and helped free hostages in Iraq.
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