Andre the Giant suffered from a disease he wasn't aware of until later in life known as acromegaly, or "giantism." Acromegaly is a rare endocrine disorder ... held a 12-ounce beer in his hand ...

holding a can of beer is frequently circulated on social media accompanied by messages of awe and disbelief: Those who simply couldn't comprehend the sheer size of Andre the Giant (the WWE billed ...

Because shopping could be a cumbersome experience, Andre grew fond ... André the Giant didn’t even realize his size was caused by an endocrine disorder until he was 23, when doctors in Japan ...

Andre was just as much a giant at the bar as he was in the ring, and can lay claim to some of the greatest drinking stories and bar tabs in history. His 7’4, 520 pound frame made him a beer ...

Keep him stocked up on beer and wine. Stories of Andre the Giant's ability to consume massive amounts of alcohol in one sitting are as legendary as his wrestling exploits. On one of Andre's tours ...

Andre the Giant (Andre Rene Roussimoff ... was part of the soundtrack for the classic film 'The Goonies'. A rare disorder called acromegaly was the reason Andre grew to his incredible size.

If you think Andre the Giant's hands look big in this picture, you should see him holding a beer can. “Kurt Cobain: Photographer Kevin Mazur Remembers.” Rolling Stone, 11 Apr. 2014 ...

a disorder in which the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone. In the upcoming HBO documentary detailing his life and times, Andre the Giant, one of the most striking revelations is ...