Doink The Clown's Hidden Dark Secrets Revealed

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As Doink the Clown, Matt Borne's legacy is quite complex, revealing a clear pattern in his career of missed opportunities. Learn more

The offspring of Pacific Northwest stalwart "Tough" Tony Borne, this second-generation wrestler found significant success early on in Mid-South Wrestling, particularly with his three-man stable alongside Hacksaw Jim Duggan and Ted DiBiase.

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The Birth of Doink the Clown Matt Borne made his WWF comeback in 1992, adopting the persona of an evil clown named Doink, a wrestling gimmick that would define his legacy in the industry.

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The Death of Matt Borne Behind the scenes, Borne suffered from substance abuse issues and, sadly, his life ended in unfortunate circumstances.

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