Rico Constantino, a former law enforcement officer from the vibrant city of Las Vegas, Nevada, initially gained fame by participating in the popular television program American Gladiators. Subsequently, he developed a profound interest in professional wrestling, which would eventually become a defining aspect of his life.
Under the guidance of renowned wrestling coach Jessie Hernandez at the prestigious School of Hardknocks, located in San Bernardino, California, Rico underwent rigorous training to hone his skills. His dedication and perseverance paid off, as he became the first rookie to ever claim the Empire Wrestling Federation championship title.
This remarkable achievement caught the attention of the World Wrestling Federation (WWF),which subsequently offered Rico a developmental contract. He spent time wrestling in Ohio Valley Wrestling and other developmental territories, as well as appearing in dark matches on Raw, before making his highly anticipated television debut as the "stylist" for the tag team champions Billy Gunn (Kip Sopp) and Chuck Palumbo, also known as Billy and Chuck.
Throughout his career, Rico Constantino has been frequently mentioned in prominent wrestling publications, including Pro Wrestling Illustrated, and has garnered a loyal following among "smart" wrestling fans.
