JP Zarka

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JP Zarka created Pro Wrestling Stories in May 2015. He is a writer and editor-in-chief here on the site, a podcast producer, the chief graphic designer of the cover art for the site’s articles, the former host of The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo, and an elementary school teacher and assistant principal who enjoys playing guitar and spending time with his lively daughters! You can watch him on “Autopsy: The Last Hours of ” on Reelz in the United States and Channel 5 in Great Britain. Originally from Chicago, he has called London home since 2008.

Frankie Kazarian and Lanny Poffo backstage at ALL IN on September 1st, 2018.

Frankie Kazarian Leaves Lanny Poffo in Tears at ALL IN

by JP Zarka

Frankie Kazarian and Lanny Poffo get emotional talking about this moment that took place backstage at ALL IN in 2018.

Before his passing, Playboy Buddy Rose felt the WWE Hall of Fame needed to be changed.

Buddy Rose: “Every Wrestler Should be in WWE Hall of Fame”

by JP Zarka

Each year, many deserving names are left out of the WWE Hall of Fame. Wrestling legend Buddy Rose felt this process needed to be changed!

From Stunning to Stone Cold: Steve Austin over the years.

How Steve Austin Became Stone Cold

by JP Zarka

Things didn’t go well for Steve Austin as “The Ringmaster” in the WWF. It wasn’t long until a stone-cold cup of tea changed his life…

Von Erich Family: Father Fritz with sons Kerry, David, Kevin, and Michael.

Von Erich Wrestling Family Tragedy: A Cautionary Tale

by JP Zarka

Details on the tragic deaths of 5 of the 6 Von Erich brothers and how Kevin Von Erich has somehow found a way to endure…

Curtis Axel, while being ‘Better than Perfect,’ was he man enough to stand up for himself against his boss, Vince McMahon?

Curtis Axel and Vince McMahon Promo Class Incident

by JP Zarka

Being the son of a WWE Hall of Famer doesn’t give you any free passes with Vince McMahon — just ask former WWE superstar Curtis…

It was the original well-planned manipulation by Vince McMahon. Here's how he and the Fabulous Moolah screwed over Wendi Richter in 1985.

Vince McMahon, Fabulous Moolah, and the Wendi Richter Screwjob

by JP Zarka

In 1985, a screwjob controversy occurred between Wendi Richter and Fabulous Moolah involving Vince McMahon.

"What if someone murdered the biggest wrestling star on the planet, and his best friend had to navigate the current 'sports entertainment' world to solve the crime?

Living The Gimmick – A Wild Novel About the Dark Side of Wrestling

by JP Zarka

Introducing LIVING THE GIMMICK by Bobby Mathews, a gripping novel on pro wrestling and its very real dark side!

Wrestling icon "Razor Ramon" Scott Hall.

Scott Hall – Giving Up Drinking, DDP’s Effect on His Life

by JP Zarka

In 2013, Scott Hall reacted to doctors in the most “Bad Guy” way possible after being told he didn’t have much longer to live!

Del "The Patriot" Wilkes

Del “The Patriot” Wilkes Overcomes Struggles Before Death

by JP Zarka

From professional football, to wrestling, and developing a 200-pill-a-day addiction, this is the story of Del “The Patriot” Wilkes.

Bobby Heenan and Nick Bockwinkel Incident in Chicago

Bobby Heenan and Nick Bockwinkel Incident in Chicago

by JP Zarka

In 1975, a terrifying situation occurred in Chicago, and Bobby Heenan, Nick Bockwinkel, and Verne Gagne were lucky to leave with their lives.