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Two Legends Lost in Wrestling | Birmingham News
Two wrestling legends lost in quick succession: Solar II, the lucha libre veteran who spanned five decades and captured the NWA World Welterweight Championship, died at 66, while just weeks prior, Dory Funk Jr.—a towering figure known for his tough style and mentorship of generations—passed at 85. Solar’s brother broke the news with heartbreak, honoring him as both sibling and friend. Their deaths strike a deep chord across the wrestling world, reminding fans of the enduring legacy these icons left on the sport’s global evolution. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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