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“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.

Gran Markus Jr. (Cándido Robles Cruz) passes away

April 27, 2026 John Pollock

Gran Markus Jr., a multiple-time Mexican National Heavyweight champion and member of La Ola Blanca, died this past Friday.

Former WCW wrestler Van Hammer (Mark Hildreth) dies at 66

April 19, 2026 John Pollock

Former WCW talent Van Hammer (Mark Hildreth) has passed away, with longtime friend Marc Mero disclosing the news.

The passing of “Flying” Fred Curry

April 7, 2026 John Pollock

“Flying” Fred Curry, a high-flier in an era where the style was primitive in the United States, died last week at the age of eighty-two.

UFC 2 alum Orlando Wiet passes away at 60

March 27, 2026 John Pollock

Former kickboxer and UFC 2 alumni Orlando Wiet has passed away at the age of sixty.

The Life and Career of “Loverboy” Dennis Condrey (1950 – 2026)

March 25, 2026 John Pollock

When the “art” of tag team wrestling is described, it’s not long before the name Dennis Condrey enters the conversation.

Paul Levesque pays tribute to WWE production manager Davey Coates, who has passed away at 63

March 14, 2026 Neal Flanagan

WWE Chief Content Officer Paul Levesque has led tributes to the company’s International Production Manager Davey Coates following his death.

Former WWE senior director Kerwin Silfies passes away

February 18, 2026 John Pollock

He began with WWE around 1985, and while his tenure was interrupted throughout the years, last worked there in 2020.

Independent ring announcer Brett Wolverton passes away at 44

February 18, 2026 John Pollock

Brett Wolverton, who worked in the Carolinas as a ring announcer, has died at the age of forty-four.

The Story of “The Debt King” Tadao Yasuda (October 9, 1963 – February 10, 2026)

February 10, 2026 John Pollock

Former IWGP heavyweight champion Tadao Yasuda has died at the age of sixty-two.