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Dory Funk Junior Legacy Lives On | Lafayette Louisiana News
Wrestling legend Dory Funk Junior, 85, has passed away, leaving behind an indelible mark on the sport. A true icon who carried on a legendary family legacy with his father and brother Terry — the only brothers to both hold the NWA World Championship. Beyond his own storied career, he was a master mentor, founding the Funking Conservatory that launched stars like Kurt Angle, Edge, Mark Henry, and the Hardy Boyz. Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2009 alongside Terry, his influence stretched from the ring to the next generation. Rooted in West Texas, his impact earned him honors from local…
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