Person in history
Pat Patterson
Pat Patterson, American wrestler (born 1941)
Life at a glance
- Died
- 2020 · December 2
Their story
Who they were
Pat Patterson was a Canadian 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.
Why this date
Pat Patterson appears on our December 2 calendar for 2020 as a death entry.
Sources
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Questions about Pat Patterson
When did Pat Patterson die?
December 2 2020.
Who else was born on this day?
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