Tag Archives: AWA

Ole Anderson, who was a founding member of The Four Horsemen stable, has passed away at the age of 81, with the news shared by WWE Hall of Famer “The Nature Boy” Ric Flair. Anderson, real name Alan Robert Rogowski, started his career back in 1967 for the American Wrestling Association (AWA) promotion under the  Continue Reading »

It is with deep sadness to announce that Stan “Krusher” Kowalski (real name Bert Smith), one half of the first-ever AWA World Tag Team Champions alongside Tiny Mills, passed away on Friday at the age of 91, according to several reports in the Minnesota area. On behalf of everyone associated with Wrestling-News.Net, we would like  Continue Reading »

Former AWA World Champion Otto Wanz passed away overnight at the age of 74, according to reports coming out of Austria. Wanz, who is also known for being the Catch Wrestling Association promoter, had been dealing with an illness prior to his passing. On behalf of everyone associated with Wrestling-News.Net, we extend our condolences to  Continue Reading »

It is with deep sadness to report that former AWA World Tag Team Champion “Pretty Boy” Doug Somers (real name Douglas Somerson) passed away yesterday at the age of 65, however circumstances regarding his passing have not been made available as of writing. Somers was trained by former NWA World Champion Harley Race and is  Continue Reading »

The WWE Network have added the AWA Superclash II event to the AWA section in the Vault’s Video-On-Demand area. The event, which took place on May 2nd, 1987 at the Cow Palace in San Francisco, California featured the following matches. – AWA World Champion Nick Bockwinkel vs. Curt Hennig. – AWA Women’s Champion Sherri Martel  Continue Reading »

The WWE Network has added several episodes from the American Wrestling Association (AWA) to the Vault section of the WWE Network, with addition material forthcoming. The promotion, which was formed in 1960 by Verne Gagne, ran until 1991 and featured names including Shawn Michaels, Marty Jannetty, Bobby Heenan, Ray Stevens, Bruiser Brody, Stan Hansen, Hulk  Continue Reading »

WWE sent out the following: WWE Hall of Famer Nick Bockwinkel Passes Away WWE is saddened to learn that Nick Bockwinkel, a WWE Hall of Famer and four time AWA World Heavyweight Champion, has passed away at age 80. Bockwinkel, known for his great in-ring skill and intelligent interviews, began his sports-entertainment career in the  Continue Reading »

Speaking through the blog section of his official website, WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross commented on the passing of AWA founder Verne Gagne. “Verne Gagne was a man’s man who was a legit, two sport star at the University of Minnesota, football and wrestling, and will always be considered one of the most significant  Continue Reading »

Following the news that AWA founder and WWE Hall of Famer Verne Gagne has passed away aged 89, a selection of professional wrestling stars and more have taken to their Twitter account to offer their condolences to the family of Mr. Gagne. Our hearts go out to Verne Gagne's family and friends. pic.twitter.com/BLRko4RLO8 — Vince  Continue Reading »

Speaking through his official Twitter account, WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair commented on the passing of AWA founder Verne Gagne. “Verne, I wouldn’t be where I am without you. I owe my career to you. Thank you for making me. God bless you and your family #VerneGagne”

WWE sent out the following: Verne Gagne passes away WWE is saddened to learn that Verne Gagne, one of sports-entertainment’s most celebrated performers and promoters, has passed away at the age of 89. Growing up in Robbinsdale, Minn., Gagne was a three sport athlete in high school. While he also played baseball and football, his  Continue Reading »

It is with deep sadness to announce that legendary promoter, 10-time AWA World Heavyweight Champion, WCW Hall of Famer and WWE Hall of Famer Verne Gagne has passed away aged 89. Gagne, who was an accomplished amateur wrestler that had a hand in training the likes of Ric Flair, Bob Backlund, Curt Hennig, Ricky Steamboat  Continue Reading »

Former AWA announcer Rodger Kent passed away on November 28th from complications of pneumonia at a nursing home in Kent, Minnesota according to radio and music industry website AllAccess.com. Kent had a long broadcasting career and worked as the voice for the AWA for over 20 years. There will be a memorial for Mr. Kent  Continue Reading »

Speaking through his official Facebook page, former AWA wrestler Boris Zhukov commented on the passing of former AWA announcer Larry Nelson. “I am so sad to hear today about the death of Larry Nelson. Just a great guy and fantastic tv wrestling announcer in the AWA! He just did a outstanding job and I am  Continue Reading »

PodcastOne sent out the following: This conversation was just too big to limit to one episode! So here you go – part 1 of Steve’s sit down with Eric Bischoff! Covered in this go ’round: Buffalo Bill Cody Beer, mules & horses, AWA’s Verne Gagne, DDP, Hulk Hogan, the beginning of the end of WCW,  Continue Reading »

WWE and Women Of Wrestling both issued statements today on the passing of former WWE, WCW, AWA & Women Of Wrestling announcer Lee Marshall. The WWE statement reads: WWE is saddened by the news that Lee Marshall has passed away. A gifted broadcaster with an unmistakable voice, Marshall provided commentary for both the AWA and  Continue Reading »

It is with deep sadness to announce that former WCW & AWA announcer Lee Marshall has passed away, according to a report from KFBK News Radio. On behalf of everyone associated with Wrestling-News.Net, we would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Marshall.

VOC Nation sent out the following: Former WWE backstage interviewer and commentator Ken Resnick sat down with the VOC Wrestling Nation to discuss the differences between today and the 1980s, the WWE Network, and the lack of enthusiasm in the current storylines heading into Wrestlemania 30. Here is a sample of what the former WWE  Continue Reading »

Dory Funk Jr. sent out the following: I was terribly shocked and saddened to hear the news yesterday of the passing of Billy Robinson. Following is only 1 of many experiences with Billy Robinson. Calgary Stampede July of 1969 NWA World Championship Match Myself and Billy Robinson – We rode in the parade, Billy, His  Continue Reading »

It is with deep sadness to announce that former AWA wrestler Billy Robinson passed away several days ago aged 74. The news regarding Robinson was confirmed on the official Facebook page for Scientific Wrestling in Little Rock, Arkansas where Robinson worked as a coach. “I am unbelievably sad to report that my very good friend  Continue Reading »