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- Rulon Gardner was born on August 16, 1971 in Afton, Wyoming, USA. He is an actor, known for Sydney 2000: Games of the XXVII Olympiad (2000), Nash Bridges (1996) and The R.M. (2003). He has been married to Lisa Nichols since July 23, 2004.
- SpouseLisa Nichols(July 23, 2004 - present)
- The 2000 Olympic Gold Medalist Greco-Roman wrestling (120kg division), defeating Aleksandr Karelin of Russia. Prior to this loss, Karelin had not lost a match in 13 years and had not allowed a point to an opponent in 6 years.
- Three-time US national champion in 1995, 1997, and 2001.
- 2004 Olympic bronze medalist.
- Inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2010.
- A contestant in Pride Fighting Championships.
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