Pro wrestling star learns what 'land of opportunity' means in US as he details journey from Italy to America
Cristiano Argento, an Italian pro wrestler, shares his journey from Italy to the United States in pursuit of his wrestling dreams. Initially met with skepticism from his family, he overcame language barriers and cultural challenges to train and compete in North America. Now wrestling for the National Wrestling Alliance, Argento reflects on his growth and success in the sport.
- ▪Cristiano Argento was born and raised in Osimo, Italy, and began his wrestling training in a boxing gym.
- ▪He moved to Canada to train under pro wrestling legend Lance Storm, despite language barriers.
- ▪After returning to Italy to improve his English, he obtained a work visa and debuted in the U.S. with Booker T's Reality of Wrestling.
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Pro Wrestling Pro wrestling star learns what 'land of opportunity' means in US as he details journey from Italy to America Cristiano Argento's family thought he was 'nuts' to chase pro wrestling but eventually became his biggest supporters from Italy By Ryan Gaydos Fox News Published May 17, 2026 1:04pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Italian pro wrestler Cristiano Argento opens up about journey to US National Wrestling Alliance star Cristiano Argento talks to Fox News Digital about his journey from Italy to the U.S. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Cristiano Argento has been tearing up opponents in the ring for the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) as he worked his way up the ladder to get a few shots at some gold.
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