Dory Funk Jr. Passes Away at 85: Tributes Flood In for WWE Hall of Famer Who Triumphed in His Final Match at 83
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TRIPLE H shared a heartfelt tribute to Dory Funk Jr. after the passing of the WWE legend at the age of 85.
The American wrestler upheld his father’s legacy and later became a mentor to many current stars after retiring from the ring.
Triple H, WWE’s creative leader, 57, expressed his condolences via an emotional message after Funk’s demise.
The famed wrestler, whose real name is Paul Michael Levesque, stated, “It is with a heavy heart I announce Dory Funk Jr.’s passing.”
“From the Double Cross Ranch to the WWE Hall of Fame, Dory’s unique style shaped the careers of numerous performers in our industry.
“Whether it was WrestleMania Two, WCW, ECW, or various NWA shows, his journeys across North America and Asia were crucial in establishing the wrestling world as a global phenomenon.
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“A relentless and skilled athlete, his intense in-ring style was only matched by the years he dedicated to mentoring budding wrestlers in a sport he cherished.
“My condolences, along with those of the entire WWE Universe, are with his family and friends during this difficult time.”
Dory Funk Jr. made a surprising return to the wrestling circuit two years ago, ending his career with a victory.
At the impressive age of 83, he paired up with Osamu Nishimura to triumph over Atsushi Onita and Raijin Yaguchi in Japan.
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