Started out as a common thug in the Bronx. He was noticed by one Don Rigoletto, an accomplished crime boss who admired Fisk's sheer brutality and hired him as his primary enforcer. Fisk eventually murdered his benefactor and took control over his mob empire. Thus, the Kingpin was born.
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Universe
Marvel Universe
Real Name
Wilson Grant Fisk
Aliases
The Brainwasher, Harold Howard
Identity
Fisk is publicly known to be the Kingpin, but his dual identity has never been officially proved.
Citizenship
USA
Place of Birth
Unknown, probably in New York City area
First Appearance
Amazing Spider-Man #50 (1967)
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