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Jeff Guerriero, a.k.a. Jeff Cannonball, passes away after battle with ALS

October 8, 2026 Jason Ounpraseuth

Independent wrestler Jeff Guerriero, a.k.a. Jeff Cannonball, passed away Thursday after his battle with ALS.

The Life & Career of Ben Satterley a.k.a. PAC (1986 – 2026)

October 6, 2026 John Pollock

John Pollock writes about the career and legacy left behind by the late Ben Satterley a.k.a. PAC, who died tragically on September 27.

The Career of Babe Face (José Guadalupe Fuentes Ochoa)

September 28, 2026 John Pollock

José Guadalupe Fuentes Ochoa, a.k.a. ‘Babe Face’, an early member of the Universal Wrestling Association, died on Friday.

Former EMLL wrestler, trainer & booker Franco Colombo dies

September 21, 2026 John Pollock

Former Mexican wrestler, trainer, and booker Franco Colombo had died, a figure who spent over forty-five years in the business.

Canadian boxing legend George Chuvalo dies at 89

September 14, 2026 John Pollock

Chuvalo died on his 89th birthday this past Saturday, ending a life that had celebratory highs and devastating lows that no individual should have to bear.

The Life & Career of “Superstar” Bill Dundee (1943 – 2026)

September 11, 2026 John Pollock

John Pollock covers the career of “Superstar” Bill Dundee, a fixture in Tennessee, and the lifelong rival of Jerry “The King” Lawler.

Jerry Oates, territorial wrestler and longtime Georgia promoter, dies at 78

September 6, 2026 Neal Flanagan

Jerry Oates, a longtime professional wrestler who competed throughout the NWA territories and All Japan Pro Wrestling, has died at 78.

Andy Williams, pro wrestling’s ‘The Butcher’ and accomplished rock guitarist, passes away at 48

September 6, 2026 Neal Flanagan

Andy Williams, the professional wrestler known as The Butcher, has passed away at the age of 48.

Tag Team Champion, Promoter Paul Leduc dies at 89

September 2, 2026 John Pollock

Paul Leduc, a tag wrestler with kayfabe brother Jos Leduc, died this past weekend at the age of 89.

“Handsome” John Anson, aka Karl von Schotz, dies at 77

August 22, 2026 Neal Flanagan

Canadian professional wrestler “Handsome” John Anson, who also competed as Karl von Schotz, has died at the age of 77. The Wrestling Observer first reported on Saturday

The Life & Career of Dory Funk Jr. (1941 – 2026)

August 7, 2026 John Pollock

The chain of professional wrestling’s history lost one of its strongest links this week with the death of former NWA World Heavyweight Champion Dory Funk Jr.

John Pollock covers the career of one of the most important figures in the history of the industry.

Former NWA Champion Dory Funk Jr. dies at 85

August 4, 2026 John Pollock

One of the most prominent figures in the history of the NWA and All Japan Pro Wrestling has died.

Siva Afi (Papali’itele Max Amata Taogaga) dies at 77

July 17, 2026 John Pollock

Papali’itele Max Amata Taogaga, who performed under many aliases including “Siva Afi,” died this week after his family confirmed the passing.

Joe Doering passes away at 44 after long battle with brain cancer

June 26, 2026 John Pollock

On Friday morning, Joe Doering passed away at the age of forty-four following a decade-long battle with brain cancer.

“The Duke of Dorchester,” Pete Doherty passes away

June 17, 2026 John Pollock

“The Duke of Dorchester,” Pete Doherty has died. The popular enhancement talent, who spent his entire career wrestling for the McMahon family, has died at

Independent wrestler Jordan Saint (Jordan Nasir St. Fort Colin) killed in car accident

June 14, 2026 John Pollock

Independent wrestler Jordan Saint (Jordan Nasir St. Fort Colin) died this weekend after being involved in a car accident.

Territorial wrestler & promoter Jerry Grey dies at 62

May 26, 2026 John Pollock

Jerry Grey, who was a territorial wrestler throughout the ‘80s’, died after battling cancer for over a decade.

Phil Hickerson passes away at 79

May 20, 2026 John Pollock

The southern star was born in Jackson, Mississippi, and became a staple in Tennessee wrestling, as both a tag star and singles wrestler.

“Beyond the Mat” director Barry Blaustein dies at 72

May 12, 2026 John Pollock

Barry Blaustein, a long-time writer and director, has died at the age of 72.

The Story of Ted Turner and Professional Wrestling (2024)

May 6, 2026 John Pollock

POST Wrestling’s story on the life and career of Ted Turner by John Pollock, which was written in December 2024.