About Al Pereira
Lived 1906 – 1990 (aged 83). Al Pereira was an American professional wrestler.
Professional wrestling career Pereira won the European Heavyweight Championship in July 1937 in Paris, France, defeating Henri Deglane. He later lost the title to Dan Koloff, later reclaimed it and then lost it again to Koloff.
Personal life and death Pereira later opened "Al Pereira's Inn" in Honolulu, Hawaii. In 1933–36, Pereira was living at 144 N27th St, San Jose, California. In 1935 or 1936, Pereira married Nellie (born 1902/03), and they had a son, Alfred D Pereira Jr. In 1937 Alf and Nellie Pereira were living in Oakland, California. In later life, Pereira lived in Reno, Nevada. On January 15, 1990, Pereira died in Multnomah, Portland, Oregon.
Championships and accomplishments European Heavyweight Championship (2 times)
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Al Pereira?
American professional wrestler (1906-1990)
When was Al Pereira born?
Al Pereira was born on 8 August 1906 in Half Moon Bay.
When did Al Pereira die?
Al Pereira died on 15 January 1990 in Multnomah.
What was Al Pereira's occupation?
Al Pereira was a professional wrestler.
What nationality was Al Pereira?
Al Pereira was American.
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