Captain Lou Albano: Classic photos | WWE

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Captain Lou had the smarts to manage countless champions in the ring.

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WWE personnel knew better than to get in Albano's path.

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Rubber bands adorning his beard and face were Albano trademarks.

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Albano always made it a point to make his Superstars their best.

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"Captain Lou, we love you." He will be missed.

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Captain Lou Albano - 1996 inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame.

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Albano with Afa, one-half of The Wild Samoans.

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Joe Franklin and Sunny watch the Captain give the thumbs-up.

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The Captain was never one to tolerate anyone who opposed him.

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WWE's "Guiding Light" shines with Sunny at the 1996 Hall of Fame ceremony.

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Captain Lou and Sunny present an award at the 1996 Slammys.

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Albano cautiously watches the winner of the "Loose Screw" Slammy.

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The Captain, seen here with Johnny Rodz, was never camera-shy.