Author: Today in Pro Wrestling History: April 29th, 1998, marked the inaugural Brian Pillman Memorial Show, organized by Les Thatcher and the Heartland Wrestling Association.
This poignant event honored the memory of the late Brian Pillman, who passed away in October 1997.
Today in Pro Wrestling History: (April 29th) – Honoring Brian Pillman
The event garnered significant attention, featuring appearances by Steve Austin and Sunny from the WWF, and showcasing talent from WWF, WCW, and ECW.
The primary goal of the show was to raise funds for Pillman’s family, celebrating his legacy and the impact he had on the wrestling world.
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