The Iconic Legacy of Steve Borden: Wrestling's Sting

Steve Borden, better known by his ring name Sting, is a retired professional wrestler who enjoyed a successful career in the world of sports entertainment.

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Sting started his wrestling career in the late 1980s and quickly rose to prominence as one of the biggest stars in the industry.

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He spent most of his career with World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and became their franchise player.

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As of 2021, Sting's net worth is estimated to be around $8 million. He earned most of his wealth through his successful wrestling career and various business ventures.

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The WWE signed Sting in 2014, much to the delight of wrestling fans worldwide. He feuded with Triple H and Seth Rollins during his short stay with the company.

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Sting has been married to his wife, Sabine, since 2000. The couple has two children together, Garrett and Steven.

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Sting is known for many iconic moments throughout his wrestling career, including his battles with the likes of Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan, and The Undertaker.

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Sting was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2016, cementing his status as one of the greatest wrestlers of all time.

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After retiring from wrestling, Sting has also dabbled in acting, appearing in films such as "Doomsday Device" and "The Encounter."

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