Former wrestling star Lanny Poffo — youthful brother of the late Randy Savage — has died … his buddy, “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan mentioned Thursday.
He was 68 years previous. A reason behind dying is unknown right now.
Poffo made his in-ring debut with the All-South Wrestling Alliance in 1974 … earlier than becoming a member of a number of promotions affiliated with the National Wrestling Alliance, the place he gained a Tag-Team Championship alongside his father, Angelo.
In 1985, Poffo joined the World Wrestling Federation … the place he can be often called “Leaping Lanny Poffo” and “The Genius.”
Poffo competed in opposition to big names like Andre the Giant, Hulk Hogan, Jim Neidhart and The Ultimate Warrior over the course of his stellar profession … and at one level, teamed up with Mr. Perfect.
Poffo inducted his brother, Randy, into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2015 … giving a touching tribute and attending WrestleMania 31 in his honor.
Out of the squared circle, Poffo additionally wrote a number of books … and was identified for writing poems.
“With a very, very heavy heart, I’ve been asked to let everyone know about the passing of our friend and colleague Lanny Poffo, The Genius,” Hacksaw mentioned on Instagram.
RIP.
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