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Johnny Weissmuller

Water Polo Player

Birthday June 2, 1904

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace Freidorf, Temes County, Austria-Hungary

Age 79 Years

Date of death 20 January, 1984

Died Place Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico

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Who Is Johnny Weissmuller? Age, Biography, and Wiki

Born on June 2, 1904, Johnny Weissmuller became a groundbreaking figure in swimming before transitioning into a successful acting career. He gained fame both in the pool and on the screen, becoming synonymous with the character of Tarzan in the 1930s. As of 2025, if he were alive, he would be 121 years old.

Occupation Water Polo Player
Date of Birth June 2, 1904
Age 79 Years
Birth Place Freidorf, Temes County, Austria-Hungary
Horoscope Gemini
Country Austria
Date of death 20 January, 1984
Died Place Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico

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Height, Weight & Measurements

Johnny Weissmuller stood tall at an impressive height of 6 feet 3 inches (190 cm) and weighed around 210 lbs (95 kg) during his athletic career. His athletic build and exceptional physique contributed to both his swimming achievements and his film roles.

Family, Dating & Relationship Status

Throughout his life, Weissmuller was married five times. His relationships were often public and tumultuous, with notable partners including Lupe Vélez and actress Beryl Mercer. While he had various romances, specific information about his boyfriend or girlfriend in his later years remains a topic of speculation, as he focuses on his career and cinematic legacy.

He was the sixth generation Weißmüller born in Hungary. An ancestor had immigrated from Baden, Holy Roman Empire c. 1749. Three days later he was baptized into the Catholic faith by the Hungarian version of his German name, as János.

Early the next year, January 26, 1905, his father, Peter Weißmüller, and mother, Elisabeth Weißmüller (née Kersch), took him on a twelve-day trip on the S.S. Rotterdam to Ellis Island. Soon they arrived in Windber, Pennsylvania, to live with family.

Net Worth and Salary

Johnny Weissmuller was known to have a charming and outgoing personality, making him a favorite in Hollywood. While no official social media accounts exist, his legacy continues to be celebrated across various platforms and fan pages, preserving his memory and contributions to sports and cinema.

Career, Business and Investments

Weissmuller’s career began as a competitive swimmer, where he won five Olympic gold medals and set multiple world records. Transitioning to Hollywood, he starred in more than 12 films featuring the iconic Tarzan character, solidifying his status as a cultural icon. Beyond acting, Weissmuller engaged in various business ventures, including investments in swimming pools and fitness centers, capitalizing on his expertise.

His former co-star and movie son Johnny Sheffield wrote of him, "I can only say that working with Big John was one of the highlights of my life. He was a Star (with a capital "S") and he gave off a special light and some of that light got into me. Knowing and being with Johnny Weissmuller during my formative years had a lasting influence on my life."

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