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Sumo Legend Akebono’s Sudden Death Shocks Fans: Heart Failure At 54!

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Tokyo, Japan – Akebono Taro, a legendary sumo wrestler known for being the first non-Japanese-born wrestler to reach the highest rank of Yokozuna, passed away at the age of 54 due to heart failure earlier this month. The news of his death was confirmed by his family, who expressed their sadness at the loss. A private celebration of life is planned for Akebono, with the family requesting privacy during this time of mourning. Born as …

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Sumo Legend Taro Akebono Dies at 54 – Trailblazer for Foreign Wrestlers Passes Away

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Tokyo, Japan – Sumo legend Taro Akebono, a trailblazer for foreign sumo wrestlers and the sport’s first foreign grand champion, passed away at the age of 54 due to heart failure. A towering figure in the world of sumo, Akebono made a significant impact on the sport’s popularity and paved the way for other non-Japanese athletes to excel in the traditionally Japanese-dominated arena. The Hawaiian-born wrestler, born Chad Rowan in 1969, rose to prominence in …

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