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Pro Wrestling Stories
  • Topics
    • Dark Tales of Professional Wrestling
    • Shoot Fights
    • Wrestling Territories
    • Women’s Wrestling
    • Lists
    • Shoot Interviews
    • In Memoriam
    • Wrestling Book Reviews
    • Huge Crowd Reactions
    • Nostalgic Wrestling Photos
    • Ask PWS
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        • The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo (2018-19)
        • The Pro Wrestling Stories Podcast (2020)
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In Memoriam

We honor the memories and pay tribute to deceased professional wrestlers who made a significant impact on professional wrestling.

Kirk White was a Nor-Cal wrestling promoter and longtime manager of Bret Hart.

Kirk White – Remembering Wrestling Promoter, Bret Hart Manager

by Dr. Mike Lano

Kirk White was a wrestling promoter and the longtime manager of Bret Hart. I remember my friend, someone I had known since he was just…

The Grand Wizard of Wrestling – Ernie Roth Remembered

by Evan Ginzburg

The Grand Wizard of Wrestling was a gaudily attired, smooth-talking manager who fans loathed (though appreciated) with every ounce.

Bruno Sammartino over the years.

Bruno Sammartino – “Our Forever Champ” Remembered

by Evan Ginzburg

If you saw Bruno Sammartino live – where the love for this impossibly charismatic man was palpable – you’ll never forget the deafening roars.

Pepper Martin gets awarded at the Cauliflower Alley Club in 2016 for a lifetime of excellence in wrestling, film/TV, and more, as a champion wrestler, and as Rocky, the bad guy you loved to hate in Superman II!

Pepper Martin – A Champion’s Final Fight

by Dr. Mike Lano

Pepper Martin endured it all as an actor, wrestler, and color commentator. He now finds himself fighting his biggest battle yet.

"The Crown Jewel of Pro Wrestling" Jimmy Rave gave his everything to the business.

Jimmy Rave – Surrendering His Mind and Body to Wrestling

by Ian Aldous

Former TNA and Ring of Honor star Jimmy Rave surrendered his mind, limbs, and, unfortunately, his life to the business.

Remembering Dominic DeNucci - a wrestling legend and, more importantly, a good man.

Dominic DeNucci – Wrestling’s Shining Light

by Benny J. Scala

He wrestled across seven decades throughout his illustrious career. But his accolades take a distant second to Dominic DeNucci, the man.

Beautiful Bobby Eaton - One of the greatest workers of all time, and -- most importantly -- one of the nicest there ever was in wrestling.

Bobby Eaton – A Beautiful Wrestler Remembered

by Bobby Mathews

All Bobby Eaton wanted to do was be a wrestler. He did that, and then some. We remember one of the nicest guys in the…

My friend, Shad Gaspard.

Shad Gaspard – A Hero, Brother, and Friend Forever

by Joel Eisenberg

I want you to know about Shad Gaspard, the man – my friend, and hero – who should never be remembered as just another pro…

"The Assassin" Jody Hamilton.

Jody Hamilton – Behind the Mask of The Assassin

by Javier Ojst

From generating heat that got him in dire trouble to becoming a trainer and promoter, we pull back the mask on The Assassin Jody Hamilton.

"The Super Genie" Melissa Coates

Melissa Coates – A Champion’s Fight Outside The Ring

by Evan Ginzburg

Melissa Coates made a name for herself in multiple fields. But before her untimely passing, she went through her biggest fight yet.

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