Jaron Smith (UMD) | D, 4-1 [5][6] He was inducted into the University of Tampa Athletic Hall of Fame in 1986. The opportunity to add a two-time NCAA Qualifier and NWCA All-American into the fold is rare, but that is exactly what happened when Tate Orndorff transferred to Ohio State for his final two seasons of competition. [46], At Clash of the Champions XXIX Stars and Stripes were granted a final shot at the tag team title, but the challengers also had to put up the Patriot's mask on the line. Orndorff's TV title reign also included a successful defence against future ECW champion Shane Douglas and a disqualification loss to Johnny B Badd, after Maxx Payne violently interfered. Orndorff at the 2022 NCAA Championships (3-2) He has a simple goal for the remainder of the season. U-Hi coach Don Owen needed an upper weights coach when he asked Orndorff to be an assistant coach 15 years ago. [citation needed], Under the tutelage of manager Masked Assassin, the team quickly began to work well together in a feud with Marcus Alexander Bagwell and 2 Cold Scorpio. 4 Lucas Davison (NW) def. I just want to win out and get better, he said. Two-time NWCA Scholar All-American and First Team Academic All-Big 12 honoree [54], Orndorff's parents were both of German descent. No. ", Paul Orndorff was the first wrestler I hated & feared as a child. Junior Greco National Champion (2015), Fila Cadet National Champion (2014) and Fargo National Cadet Freestyle runner-up (2013) Paul's career, in both football and wrestling, started in his higher learning years. 16 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. Orndoff beat Tim Horner[32] and Robert Gibson[32] in the preliminary rounds to advance to the finals of the tournament. Read our Paul Orndorff live blog for the latest news and updates. [31] Orndorff left the UWF sometime in early 1993, vacating the Southern States title. The pair got marriedback in 1971 and remained together until the end. "He will never be forgotten. All rights reserved. Professional wrestler the Iron Sheik, real name Hossein Khosrow Ali Vaziri, tweeted a heartfelt message in his classic all caps style following Paul Orndorff's death. Wonderful more or less immediately started feuding with "Dr. Death" Steve Williams, who attacked Orndorff to kickstart the feud. "He Was Another Amazing Athlete That I Had The Pleasure Of Wrestling An Hour For The NWA Championship On Many Occasions! "Travis wants to give everyone, including fans, the opportunity to Donate to Paul's final expenses. Paul Orndorff was born on October 29, 1949, in Winchester, Virginia, U.S.A. Mason Fiscella (APP) | D, 7-1 Give directly to The Spokesman-Review's Northwest Passages community forums series -- which helps to offset the costs of several reporter and editor positions at the newspaper -- by using the easy options below. [16][11], During the Hogan feud, Orndorff seriously injured his right arm in a weightlifting accident. Instead, Orndorff missed and his opponent stuck him. [53] In 2009, Orndorff was elected by a committee of his peers to the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame,[citation needed] then located in Amsterdam, New York, now located in Wichita Falls, Texas. Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1911 [database on-line]. (19) Luke Surber (OKST) | D, 5-0 [4] He voluntarily quit during training camp, citing "personal problems". Went 2-2 as the No. [60], On May 8, 2021, Orndorff's son Travis posted a video of him at a medical facility, where he was seen in a state of reported dementia. 285 | No. Most of you will remember him for his physique. Hulk Hogan led tributes online to the legendary wrestler and said that he was "slammed" by the news of Orndoff's death on Monday. The duo of Hulk Hogan and Randy Savage faced Pretty Wonderful in a televised match which the latter lost. [20] Orndorff's feud with Piper and Orton continued to rage on while Hogan started to defend his title against other contenders; Orndorff faced both Orton[20] and Piper[20] in individual competition, usually without a conclusive outcome. Orndorff and Piper often faced Snuka and "The Tonga Kid" in tag team competition. "WWE extends its condolences to Orndorffs family and friends.". 7 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. I love you, Daddy," he concluded the tribute. Rest In Peace!". [citation needed], Going into Bash at the Beach,[43] Pretty Wonderful had the advantage as both champions were suffering from injuries inflicted by the challengers on previous occasions (kayfabe). The "wild card" status was a blow to Orndoff's ego (storyline), causing him to attack several wrestlers including Hector Guerrero, whom he defeated in a "wild card" match to earn a spot in the tournament. Instead, he voluntarily resigned during training camp, claiming "personal difficulties." Hes growing into his body. Jane and Walt Dennis Golf Perfomance Center, Jennings Family Wrestling Practice Facility, NCAA Qualifier (2019(15-seed, 2-2), 2020(8-seed, canceled), 2021(21-seed, 4-3/eighth), 2022(13-seed, 3-2), Big Ten Championships (2021-6th, 2022-8th, 5-6 record), All-American in 2021 (eighth at NCAA Championships), Won Ohio Intercollegiate Open with 4-0 record, Finished the year 7-4 in duals, 7-4 in open events and 5-5 in the postseason, Wrestled at the U.S. Open Greco-Roman competition in Las Vegas in early May of 2022 and posted a 4-1 record (130kg) to finish third overall also wrestled in the senior freestyle bracket at 125kg (1-2), Earned a spot on the U.S. National Team (Greco-Roman) with a third-place finish at the World Team Trials (May 21-22) in Iowa finished 4-2 at 130kg. Paul Ondorff and Hulk Hogan in the main event of WrestleMania 1. Orndorff was 71-years-old at the time of his death. With both men rededicated to teaming, they soon challenged for the WCW World Tag Team Championship then held by Cactus Jack and Kevin Sullivan. His career highlights included competing alongside the likes of other wrestling legends like Hulk Hogan and Mr T. Paul Orndorff will have a public funeral, according to Wrestling Inc. No. Tate, whose baby face belies his age, matched that state title last year, going 38-0 the first U-Hi junior to go undefeated. [12] On June 9, 1991, Orndorff competed on the UWF's only PPV Beach Brawl, defeating Colonel DeBeers in a Strap match. His father also played football there, and had a tryout with the New Orleans Saints. I appreciate how mature he is, Owen said. You are already subscribed to our newsletter! Orndorff signed with the World Wrestling Federation in late 1983 and made his debut in November of that year on Championship Wrestling. [24] Orndorff received a babyface response from the crowd during his return, leading the WWF to change his character. After Orndorff retired for a final time, he began to run the WCW Power Plant, where he trained several wrestlers including The Natural Born Thrillers. Hes like having another coach in the room. Dave had a brief chat with Tate before the final with some fatherly advice. [17] Hogan disposed of the challenger and moved on while Orndorff fought a variety of opponents including the Intercontinental Champion Tito Santana. The time off was because of the injury to his arm/neck that he suffered during the Hogan feud and left untreated for too long. I think hes still growing. And he had the confidence to have fun with his character.". Gonzaga second seed for WCC Tournament in Las Vegas, A Grip on Sports: There was so much going on yesterday we had trouble stepping up , Gonzaga caps big weekend with win over rival Saint Marys and share of WCC title , 'Whatever we need from him, hes always there.' Fellow WWE wrestler Bobby Roode took to Twitter to express the inspiration that Paul Orndorff was to him following Orndorff's death. MY BROTHER. 31 Jake Slinger (PITT) | MD, 10-2 Paul Orndorff, alias Mr Wonderful, was an American professional wrestler best known for his performances in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW). Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015. Even in those times, it stands to reason he might have remained in or around the main event picture for another five-to-ten years. All donations and love gifts are appreciated.". Ive known (OSU assistant coach) Kevin Roberts (a U-Hi grad) most of my life. [17], Near the end of 1984, Piper's assault on Cyndi Lauper (kayfabe) brought Orndorff and Piper on a collision course with Hogan and Mr. T.[16] Hogan's feud with Piper also meant that Orndorff was thrust back into the main event picture; he defeated Tony Atlas at The War to Settle the Score and then played a part in the main event. U23 World Greco-Roman Team Member (2019) Orndorff will be a redshirt junior this season after reaching the national tournament each of the past two campaigns for Utah Valley University. Tegan, the second oldest, earned the first state medal when he placed seventh. [51], On the December 11, 1995 episode of Monday Nitro, Orndorff confronted Brian Pillman after Pillman made derogatory comments about Orndorff. On April 6, 2014, Orndorff made an appearance at WrestleMania XXX, marking his first time on WWE television since the 2005 Hall of Fame. 285 | No. I hate to lose ask my friends, Orndorff said. Spivey convinced Orndorff to believe in himself and that he shouldn't forget that he was "Mr. 2 Greg Kerkvliet (PSU) def. HWT | No. 9 Tate Orndorff (OSU) | D, 3-2 On December 13, 1999 Orndorff wrestled against the Harris Twins in a handicap match by a losing effort on Monday Night Nitro. He was 71 years old at the time of his death on July 12, 2021. Mr Wonderful was believed to have made most of his money wrestling for WWE prior to his retirement. Former WWE superstar CM Punk wrote: "Damn. Most of you will remember him for his physique. No. Ronda and Paul have two grown sons, Paul III and Travis. How old is Paul Orndorff? He believes the condition was caused by chronic traumatic encephalopathy. 5 Tony Cassioppi (IOWA) def. The OFFICIAL YouTube channel for Paul Orndorff, managed by Some Kind of #1derful, the podcast hosted by Travis Orndorff (son of Paul). 19 Owen Trephan (NCST) def. Orndorff was in control, winning 3-2, when he tried for a throw. Had that been the case, Tate probably still would have ultimately chosen wrestling, though. [22], Orndorff soon reunited with manager Heenan and again feuded with Hogan, and began using Hogan's theme music, "Real American", as his own entrance theme. "He was an amazing father that showed me more love than I ever deserved. Malcolm Washington: Age, family, net worth, movies, wife. It's a legends-based action figure honouring the WWE legend. Orndorff departed from the promotion that fall. Arm atrophy from a nagging injury led him to retire in 2000 and he was treated for cancer in 2011. MY BROTHER. HWT | (13) Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. 13 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. Tate is a heavyweight wrestler from Spokane, Wash. Hes up 30 pounds from a year ago. She is a mother and grandma who did not let the issue surrounding the paternity of her first child derail her meteoric ascent to fame. (13) Tate Orndorff (OSU) | MD, 10-1 5 Greg Kerkvliet (PSU) def. (Dec. 3-4, 2021, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas) Orndorff signed up for a 16-man tournament beating 2 Cold Scorpio, Cactus Jack, Johnny B. Badd, and then Erik Watts in the finals to win his first title in WCW. [49] He lost to WCW newcomer The Renegade at Bash at the Beach. Brooks beat Orndorff with the help of a chair and won the title only to turn around and give it to Zbyszko. You cant do two sports, like wrestling and football, at the NCAA Division I level today like you could when I was in school.. It was not until Studd and Bundy had Hogan in a compromised position that Orndorff reentered the ring to fend off Studd and Bundy. He is well known for his nickname, Mr. 30 Joe Doyle (BING) | MD, 10-2 [27], Paul Orndorff retired in early 1988 due to his arm injury and focused on running his bowling alley in Fayetteville. He fired Heenan two months later and began a feud with Rude. He went to a prestigious tournament in Ohio last month hoping to go up against the No. Afterwards, Orndorff laid out Guerrero and several preliminary wrestlers with his piledriver finisher. 285 | No. More than anything, though, Owen said Orndorffs character on and off the mat is what he wants in his program. 285 | No. I was at the Big Event in Toronto. [12] Orndorff's reaction to Roberts's title win signaled a change in attitude; he turned heel as he demanded a title match against Roberts. He recruited me hard. Gold Division (Open) HWT (Tate Orndorff 4-0/1st) Ryan Vasbinder (MSU) | D, 6-3 14 Nathan Trexler (VT) | D, 3-2 NWCA All-American (2020) Tate Orndorff kicked off the new wrestling season Sunday with a 2-0 decision victory over North Carolina's Brandon Whitman. 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Many will remember his intensity. [11] On August 10, he announced it was gone. [16] Piper nicknamed Orndorff "Mr. After Orndorff fired Heenan as his manager, Heenan placed a $25,000 bounty on Orndorff, payable to anyone who could injure him. 38 of the 500 top wrestlers in the, Wrestler of the Week (August 2329, 1987), WCW World Television Championship Tournament (1993), This page was last edited on 25 February 2023, at 17:40. WWE Hall of Famer Paul Orndorff, who once fought in Wrestlemania, has died at the age of 71. [citation needed] On August 11, 2014, Orndorff made an appearance at Hogan's birthday celebration on WWE Raw, celebrating in the ring with many other WWE legends, including Hogan himself, Ric Flair, Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, Okerlund, Jimmy Hart, and Piper. Luke Martin (Glenville St. Col.) | Fall, 1:59 Their matches included a memorable outdoor match in Toronto ("The Big Event") which drew an estimated 76,000 fans. Starting in January 1984, Orndorff took on "Rowdy" Roddy Piper as his manager. Son needed just 1 minute, 52 seconds to finish the match. 2022-23 Duals Two years ago, Tanner had to win his match in the final to clinch a state title for U-Hi. FORMER WWE wrestler Paul Orndorff passed away on June 12, 2021. May God rest his soul! The match degraded into a brawl that saw Pretty Wonderful make an appearance using Dave's crutch to attack the champions. 12 Gonzaga holds off No. He is among the most renowned entertainers of the 21st century, and his sporting ability was evident. The condition happens when someone suffers repeated head trauma; however, it can only be diagnosed once someone has passed away. He was quite the athlete as is evident in his early accomplishments. And as much as many of you hated him as a wrestler, he absolutely loved you for it. Roddy Piper, aka "Rowdy," became his manager and would end up nicknaming Orndorff "Mr Wonderful," a title he kept for the rest of his life. As a youngster, Orndorff was a star high school football player. Orndorff then moved to New Japan Pro Wrestling for several months. He wrestled Kengo Kimura, Riki Choshu, and Akira Maeda, as well as teaming up with Ed Leslie against Antonio Inoki and Seiji Sakaguchi. His father died of cancer in 1965. He also defeated "Mean" Mark Callous in multiple house show encounters. Paul Orndorff - Address & Phone Number | Whitepages Paul Orndorff We found 15 records for Paul Orndorff in NC, MN and 6 other states. 6 Tate Orndorff (OSU) | D. 9-4, 2022 Big Ten Wrestling Championships, Lincoln, Nebraska, March 5-6 [citation needed], In 1990 Orndorff returned to the squared circle, wrestling a series of matches against Kerry Von Erich on the independent circuit. University senior Tate Orndorff has the big-bone build of his father, Dave, who was a two-sport standout in football and wrestling like his son. The two feuded over the WCW World Tag Team Championship. Orndorff had stints in the UWF (Universal Wrestling Federation) and the indies between 1990 to 1993. This WWE Elite Collection action figure is around 6-in/15.24-cm and comes ready to unleash havoc straight out of the box! The condition happens when someone suffers repeated head trauma, however, it can only be diagnosed once someone has passed away. Paul Orndorff was one of the greatest and most talented entertainers. HWT | No. Andrew Irick (IND) | Fall, 5:51 Facebook | Twitter | Instagram. HWT | No. After losing more and more matches, including a match on WorldWide to Randy Savage, Orndorff lost all faith in his abilities; the outwardly arrogant Mr. Read Full. According to Hannibal TV, Orndorff is suffering from late stages of dementia. After seven years working around the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA), Orndorff became a star in the 1980s WWF wrestling boom, and featured with manager Bobby Heenan and champion Hulk Hogan extensively, including in the main events of the first WrestleMania and Survivor Series. He really wanted someone from U-Hi.. Orton's interference at the end of the match backfired when he accidentally hit Orndorff with the cast on his arm, allowing Hogan to pin Orndorff and win the match for his team. [15] On August 19, 1982, Orndorff regained the title from the Super Destroyer. [6], Orndorff was selected in the 12th round of the 1973 NFL Draft by the New Orleans Saints, who drafted him as a fullback, while leaving open the possibility of playing him at tight end. Statistics major. Dan Conley (COL) | Fall, 3:54 You wont find a heavyweight that works harder or has an energy level like he has, Owen said. Tates goal is to do what his dad fell just short of doing at OSU win an NCAA title. 7 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. HWT | No. This led to a brief six man tag team alliance between Orndorff, Payne, and Chris Benoit. HWT | (7) Mason Parris (MICH) def. Later in the evening, Orndorff ran to the ring to even the sides when Piper and Orton were preparing to double team Hogan. (Jesse Tinsley). pic.twitter.com/RiOY6Rdj7w, PAUL ORNDORFF'S DAUGHTER-IN-LAW RELEASES STATEMENT ON GOFUNDME. Luke Luffman (ILL) | D, 3-2 Jacob Robb (Mercyhurst) | D, 10-3 (1st), 2021 Cliff Keen Invitational Paul Orndorff excelled in various sports, including amateur wrestling, bodybuilding, football 285 | No. Rest in power Mr. No. 18 Tate Orndorff (OSU) | Fall, 6:02 No. When Orndorff left the AWF in February 1992, he vacated the title. Paul Orndorff's Tweets. Orndorff will be a redshirt junior this season after reaching the national tournament each of the past two campaigns for Utah Valley University. Early in the match, Rude eliminated Orndorff with a roll-up. FANS 'SADDENED' AT NEWS OF PAUL ORNDORFF'S DEATH. Christian Lance (NEB) def. Likes. Ric Flair, a retired professional wrestler, took toTwitterafter learning of Paul Orndorff's passing. One of the top heels of the 1980s, Paul Orndorff is remembered for his dashing looks and incredible physique. 2023 Ohio State University. [12] Orndorff lost the title back to Lawler before he left the Memphis territory. [12] Orndorff then traded the title back and forth with Super Destroyer. Orndorff was only listed as a "wild card" who had to win a match in order to enter the tournament. 19 Tyrel Gordon (UNI) def. In actuality, Orndorff was forced to retire due to his previous injuries in the WWF, with the entire right side of his body beginning to atrophy (eventually causing his arm and leg muscles to shrink). 7 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. 13 Tate Orndorff (OSU) | TF, 19-4 HWT (Orndoff is No. Orndorff faced Salvatore Bellomo on the night that Hulk Hogan defeated The Iron Sheik for the WWF World Heavyweight Title and "Hulkamania was born". His son, Travis, announced his father's death on social media earlier today. On the page, Travis's wife, Amayou Smith, wrote: "Hi my name is Amayou, my husband is Travis Orndorff. Many will remember his intensity. Jane and Walt Dennis Golf Perfomance Center, Jennings Family Wrestling Practice Facility. [12], While working for the UWF, Orndorff also competed in the American Wrestling Federation (not the same promotion as the AWF) and held the AWF Heavyweight title after beating Stan Lane on December 16, 1991. Tate Orndorff HWT Player profile Weight HWT Year R-Senior High School University Hometown Spokane, Washington Previous College Utah Valley University Bio Pronunciation CAREER HONORS NCAA Qualifier (2019 (15-seed, 2-2), 2020 (8-seed, canceled), 2021 (21-seed, 4-3/eighth), 2022 (13-seed, 3-2) Big Ten Championships (2021-6th, 2022-8th, 5-6 record) 33 Brandon Whitman (UNC) | D, 2-0 No. [16] One of the first men to try to claim the new, higher bonus was Piper himself, but their matches got so out of hand that Bruno Sammartino was appointed as a special referee in the hopes of keeping the peace. What is Paul Orndorff's net worth? She overcame personal controversies to build a reputation for herself in Hollywood by acting and singing her way into the hearts of audiences. [16] With the time off, Orndorff recovered and started working out, reestablishing the physique that earned him the nickname "Mr. Married to Brinley, a former soccer student-athlete for Utah Valley Tate performs at a state title-level in the classroom, too, where he carries a 3.97 grade-point average. While he lost the support of the fans, he won the North American title on July 4, 1981. [22] The next week, during a tag match where Hogan and Orndorff faced the massive duo of Big John Studd and Bundy, Hogan and Orndorff accidentally collided and Hogan knocked Orndorff off the apron. [16] In February 1986, Heenan used a match between Hogan and Don Muraco as an opportunity to have King Kong Bundy attack Hogan, setting up their WrestleMania 2 match. In December 1978, Orndorff teamed with Jimmy Snuka to capture the NWA World Tag Team Championship from Baron von Raschke and Greg Valentine. He is attributed for bring style and swagger into the sport of wrestling thus pioneering the culture of the modern-day superstar. Copyright 2023, The Spokesman-Review | Community Guidelines | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Copyright Policy, Zags-Gaels round 3? Wonderful", a nickname that he used thereafter. Mr. "Condolences to Pauls family and friends. You cant be afraid to compete no matter the outcome.. Paul has one sister Patricia Orndorff and has two brothers named Mickey Ronald Cain and Terry Orndorff, with whom he wrestled briefly as a tag team in the early 1980s. [29] Throughout the summer, he faced Anderson and defeated the WCW TV Champion by pinfall in several non-title matchups. "It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my father, Paul Parlette Orndorff Jr. No. Mar 18, 2022 . #1derful Paul Orndorff. 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Tate Orndorff, U-His defending state champion heavyweight, practices a throw on a training partner. One of my fondest memories. His death was confirmed via Instagram on Monday by his son . #RIPMrWonderful, ORNDORFF WAS ALL-STAR FOOTBALL PLAYER IN HIGH SCHOOL. No. . Unlike last year, Orndorff has a loss this season. He told me he knew what he had to do.. A post shared by Paul Orndorff (@mr1derfulofficial), ORNDORFF'S SON SAYS HE WAS 'AN AMAZING FATHER'. Throughout the 80s, Orndorff became a star, often going head-to-head with the ImmortalHulk Hoganin the main event of the firstWrestlemaniaand Survivors Series. [19] He solidified his babyface status by publicly firing manager Bobby Heenan shortly afterwards. He also reignited his feud with Bob Orton, Jr. in the UWF, where he beat Orton for the UWF Southern States Championship on June 22, 1992, and held the title until he left the promotion. Wonderful" set his sights on the vacant WCW World Television Championship. Travis wrote, "It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my father, Paul Parlette Orndorff Jr. . The reason was that his entire right side was beginning to atrophy (causing his arm and leg muscles to shrink). His son Travis revealed that Mr Wonderful passed away in an Instagram post on Monday. Famous commentator Jim Ross paid tribute to the late wrestler Paul Orndorff on Monday. Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. Tate picked up the gauntlet and will leave U-Hi as the most successful Orndorff. [11] He resided in Fayetteville, Georgia. There, Orndorff worked mainly as a tag team competitor teaming with Dick Slater to win the NWA Southeast Tag Team Championship from the team of Jimmy Golden and Norvell Austin in October 1979. WWE Hall of Famer Paul Orndorff has passed away at the age of 71. May God rest his soul! The New Orleans Saints selected him in the 12th round of the 1973 NFL Draft as a fullback while leaving the door open for him to play tight end. Orndorff returned in October and partnered with Big John Studd against Maeda and Sakaguchi, then faced Maeda again in singles competition. 18 Tate Orndorff (OSU) | MD, 9-0 [11], Orndorff started wrestling in 1976 in Mid-Southern Wrestling where he feuded with a young Jerry Lawler. No. [12] Orndorff then teamed with former opponent Austin (who was calling himself "The Junkyard Dog" at the time, not to be mistaken for the more famous Junkyard Dog) to win the title in late 1979. Orndorff won his first wrestling title when he pinned Lawler for the NWA Southern Heavyweight Championship on June 7, 1977. The champions retained,[45] but a week later the championship changed hands when Stars and Stripes got the victory. [59] In September 2020, an appeal was dismissed by a federal appeals court. This is a very sad situation that has left him in a bad state. 22 AJ Nevills (SDSU) | D, 4-4 (TB2) "It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my father, Paul Parlette Orndorff Jr," Travis wrote. Owen credits the olders siblings for blazing the trail for Tate. [11] He won the gold on June 20, 1982. During the match, Roma acted very indifferently to his tag team partner, sowing the seeds to his heel turn. HWT | No. Paul's name will live on in the hearts of many sports fanatics for the rest of their lives, and his legacy will be etched in the halls of fame. Thank you for all of them Paul. After the feud with Cactus cooled off, "Mr. "It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my father, Paul Parlette Orndorff Jr," Travis wrote. Made his debut in November of that year on Championship Wrestling even the sides Piper. | Fall, 6:02 No legends-based action figure honouring the WWE legend will remember him for physique! 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