Akio Sato
- January 5, 2024
- Wrestler
Quick Facts
Akio Sato Biography
| Name | Akio Sato |
| Birthday | Feb 13 |
| Birth Year | 1953 |
| Place Of Birth | Japan |
| Home Town | Hokkaidō |
| Birth Country | Japan |
| Birth Sign | Aquarius |
Akio Sato is one of the most popular and richest Wrestler who was born on February 13, 1953 in Japan, Hokkaidō, Japan. Former member of The Orient Express who made several appearances in the World Wrestling Federation.
Bret Hart performed a piledriver on him in his last televised appearance.
In 1976, Sato married Betty Niccoli, whom he met in Bob Geigel’s promotion in the United States. The couple had two daughters.
Akio Sato made his professional wrestling debut in 1970 in the old Japan Pro Wrestling Alliance, but left that promotion in 1972 to co-found (with Giant Baba) All Japan Pro Wrestling. During the middle of the 70s Sato went to the US and competed in various territories. He first attracted the attention of the US fans when he competed for the NWA Central States territory run by Bob Geigel as a face teaming with people like Jerry Oates and the Viking. On February 19, 1976 Sato teamed up with promoter Bob Geigel to win the “Central States” version of the NWA World Tag-Team Titles. The team vacated the titles by July, most likely so that Geigel could focus on booking the territory. Sato and new partner Pat O’Connor were unable to win the vacant titles.
He married Betty Niccoli in 1976 and has two daughters.
Akio Sato Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Wrestler |
| House | Living in own house. |
Akio Sato is one of the richest Wrestler from Japan. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Akio Sato 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He debuted in 1970 in the old Japan Pro Wrestling Alliance before leaving to co-found All Japan Pro Wrestling.
He had finishing moves called Layback and Japanese Vegomatic.
Akio Sato (佐藤 昭雄 , Satō Akio, born February 13, 1953) is a retired professional wrestler, best known for his appearances in the World Wrestling Federation as Sato, a member of The Orient Express.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Weight | 220 lbs |
Akio Sato height Not available right now. Akio weight 220 lbs & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Akio Sato Dating?
According to our records, Akio Sato is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Akio Sato’s is not dating anyone.
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In the AWA Sato was nicknamed the “Asian Assassin” and pushed as a cold- hearted heel. On February 7, 1989 Sato participated in a very well known battle royal for the vacant AWA World Heavyweight Championship. Larry Zbyszko won the title denying Sato his biggest opportunity ever. Later on Sato would unsuccessfully challenge Greg Gagne for the AWA International Television Championship. Near the end of his time in the AWA he participated in a feud between Pat Tanaka and Paul Diamond following the breakup of Badd Company.
Facts & Trivia
Akio Ranked on the list of most popular Wrestler. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Japan. Akio Sato celebrates birthday on February 13 of every year.
When Akio Sato decided to focus on foreign markets for the WWF in the latter days of 1990, they decided to reunite the team known as Badd Company, only this time with Paul Diamond wearing a mask to hide the fact that he’s not Asian and using the name of Kato. Sato wrestled his last WWF Match in 1991 to team with Tanaka and “Kato” for a 6-man tag-team match at a house show. He would also wrestle a match for WAR in 1992.
Who was Hakushi's manager?
In 1993, Sato made an appearance at SummerSlam as Yokozuna’s flag bearer prior to his match against Lex Luger. Sato did return to the WWF in late 1994 as the white faced manager Shinja who advised Hakushi during his heel run with the company.
Who were the members of the Orient Express?
The Orient Express
Tag team
Members| Akio Sato Pat Tanaka Kato
Name(s)| The Orient Express
Billed heights| Sato 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) Tanaka: 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) Diamond: 6
ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Where is Hakushi now?
He is currently signed to the Michinoku Pro Wrestling promotion where he is the promotion’s president. He also performs for Michinoku Pro as a wrestler, serving as the sole heavyweight wrestler on the roster.
Who was in the most recent Murder on the Orient Express?
Murder on the Orient Express
Starring| Tom Bateman Kenneth Branagh Penélope Cruz Willem
Dafoe Judi Dench Johnny Depp Josh Gad Derek Jacobi Leslie
Odom Jr. Michelle Pfeiffer Daisy Ridley
Cinematography| Haris Zambarloukos
Edited by| Mick Audsley
Music by| Patrick Doyle
Why was Dr Constantine on the Orient Express?
Constantine is a Greek doctor traveling on the Orient Express, whose services are required to determine the nature of Mr. Ratchett’s death.