Date of Birth: October 26, 1960
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Biography
Mark Schultz is a retired American wrestler, coach, and author who is renowned for his achievements in the sport of wrestling. Born in Palo Alto, California, Schultz came from a family with a strong wrestling background, with his older brother Dave Schultz also being a legendary wrestler. Mark Schultz rose to prominence in the 1980s, capturing multiple national and international titles, including an Olympic gold medal. He later transitioned into coaching and authored a memoir titled “Foxcatcher,” which chronicles his wrestling career and the tragic events surrounding his brother’s death. Schultz’s story was also depicted in the 2014 film “Foxcatcher,” where he was portrayed by actor Channing Tatum.
5 Interesting Facts about Mark Schultz
1. Mark Schultz won a gold medal in freestyle wrestling at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
2. He is a three-time NCAA Division I champion, winning titles in 1981, 1982, and 1983.
3. Mark Schultz and his brother Dave Schultz are the only American brothers to win Olympic and World championships in wrestling.
4. He was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame as a Distinguished Member in 1995.
5. Schultz has also competed in mixed martial arts (MMA), winning his only professional fight in 1996.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Mark Schultz
1. “Wrestling is one of the hardest sports there is. It teaches you how to work hard and never give up.”
2. “The pain of discipline is nothing compared to the pain of regret.”
3. “You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.”
4. “The wrestling mat is the best place to learn life lessons about hard work, dedication, and resilience.”
5. “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Mark Schultz’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $2 million.
Children
Mark Schultz has three children: Mark David, Katelyn, and Sarah Schultz.
Relevant Links
1. [Mark Schultz’s Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Schultz_(wrestler
3. [Olympic Profile](https://www.olympic.org/mark-schultz
4. [Mark Schultz’s IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0776180/
