An overview of the childhood and early education of Bret Hart, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
Bret Hart, a Canadian-American retired professional wrestler from the Hart wrestling family, is celebrated as one of the greatest of all time. Known as "The Hitman," he popularized technical wrestling in North America during the early 1990s. His background includes amateur wrestling, and he became a major international draw, significantly impacting the perception of mainstream professional wrestling. Hart's legacy emphasizes his exceptional skill and contributions to the sport.
On July 2, 1957, Bret Sergeant Hart was born. He is a Canadian-American retired professional wrestler and a member of the Hart wrestling family.
Julie Smadu, who later married Bret Hart, was born on March 25, 1960.
In 1974, Bret Hart won the city championships in Calgary in amateur wrestling.
In 1977, Bret Hart was a collegiate champion at Mount Royal College while studying filmmaking, leading to encouragement to compete at the Commonwealth Games.
In the years 1980-1981, Bret Hart's old competitor, Bob Eklund, would go on to become a Canadian Interuniversity Sport national champion, winning "Outstanding Wrestler of the Year".
In the years 1980-1981, Bret Hart's old competitor, Bob Eklund, would go on to become a Canadian Interuniversity Sport national champion, winning "Outstanding Wrestler of the Year".
On July 8, 1982, Bret Hart married Julie Smadu. They later had four children together.
In 1988, following his face turn, Bret Hart started giving away his signature mirrored sunglasses to young audience members before matches.
In 1991 Julie's sister Michelle divorced Tom Billington.
Bret Hart and Julie Smadu separated in May 1998.
In July 1999, Bret Hart began writing his autobiography with Marcy Engelstein.
On October 26, 2000, Bret Hart announced his retirement from professional wrestling.
On June 24, 2002, Bret Hart and Julie Smadu's divorce was finalized just hours before Hart had his stroke.
In 2002, Bret Hart suffered a stroke, which delayed the completion of his autobiography.
In May 2003, Bret Hart made a major appearance in Auckland, New Zealand, at a World Wrestling All-Stars (WWA) event, marking his first major appearance since recovering from a stroke.
On September 15, 2004, Bret Hart married Cinzia Rota.
In September 2007, Bret Hart and Marcy Engelstein completed the writing of his autobiography, eight years after starting it in July 1999.
In 2007, Bret Hart and Cinzia Rota divorced after failing to agree on where they should live.
In 2010, Bret Hart married Stephanie Washington.
On February 1, 2016, Bret Hart announced he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer.
On March 2, 2016, Jim Ross claimed that Bret Hart had beaten prostate cancer following surgery.
On August 23, 2018, Bret Hart was honoured with a traditional Niitsitapi naming ceremony and named 'Courageous Chief' by Siksika Elder Miiksika'am (Clarence Wolfleg) in recognition of his and Stu Hart's cultural relationship building contributions.
In 2018, at the age of 60, Bret Hart received an honorary degree — a Bachelor of Health and Physical Education/Physical Literacy from Mount Royal University.
In 2019, Bret Hart and the Calgary Hitmen Team donated $16,300 to the Calgary Prostate Cancer Centre.
In February 2023, Bret Hart opened Hitman's Bar in Calgary, displaying his most iconic memorabilia, including the world heavyweight championship belt he won in 1992.
In July 2023, it was revealed that Bret Hart offered his services to AEW as an agent, but was turned down.
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