They won WWE titles in 1991 and 1997.

The younger Laurinaitis was a three-time All-American and a two-time Big Ten defensive player of the year, the Times reported. Cageside Seats, for Pro Wrestling and MMA fans, Rumor Roundup: COVID-19 outbreaks, NXT changes, WWE clamp down, Brian Cage.

The 2nd U.S. He was 60. Joseph Laurinaitis, known to professional wrestling fans as Road Warrior Animal, has died, according to WWE and his verified Twitter account.

The Last Ride of The Road Warriors The inside story of how wrestling's ultimate tag team partnership is undone when one half of the powerhouse duo slides into alcohol and substance abuse. ©, Share currently playing on Facebook (Opens a new window), Share currently playing on Twitter (Opens a new window). We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from.

Joe Laurinaitis and Michael Hegstrand looked like two regular blue collar Joes to the average person but as soon as they applied their signature makeup and put on their spiked should pads they became the Road Warriors, the most feared and physical tag team in pro wrestling history.

Animal was also one of the plaintiffs in the recently dismissed brain injury lawsuit against Vince McMahon’s company. This documentary recounts the Road Warriors' enduring legacy through archival footage, interviews, and a collection of clips from their most memorable matches. Growing up in Minnesota, Laurinaitis was trained by Eddie Sharkey along with Hegstrand, Rick Rude, and others. Sign up below to be added to our mailing list for the latest news updates, access to exclusive contests, and more!

The family is planning to release a statement later today.

Though they faced a decline in popularity in the '90s, the duo continued to make appearances until Hawk's tragic heart-attack death in 2003. He also wrote a book and hosted a podcast. The pair took belts in the National Wrestling Alliance and the American Wrestling Alliance before moving to the WWF (now known as WWE).

Read all news including political news, current affairs and news headlines online on Road Warriors today. Their run in the WCW’s predecessor included legendary feuds with the Four Horseman and Midnight Express. Both with his teammate and as a singles wrestler, Animal was a staple of the main event scene in WWE … MY ROAD WARRIOR ANIMAL BROTHER. The brother of former WWE Executive John “Johnny Ace” Laurinaitis, Animal is also survived by his wife, daughter and son. 23, 2020. You may be offline.

T-Bar is not amused by CM Punk’s joke about Slapjack. Along with his tag partner Hawk (Michael Hegstrand, who died in 2003 at age 46), Joe Laurinaitis made the Road Warriors/Legion of Doom one of the biggest acts in wrestling in the 1980s and 90s. NXT highlights: New challengers, Tag title plan, mystery warning, more! Laurinaitis was one of 50 former wrestlers who filed a lawsuit against WWE, claiming the organization failed to protect them from repeated head injuries that led to concussions and long-term brain damage, The Associated Press reported. https://t.co/hurorEDVff. Perhaps a Punk vs. RETRIBUTION feud was inevitable.

At this time we ask for you to keep everyone in your thoughts and prayers.

WWE: Twist of Fate - The Matt and Jeff Hardy Story, WWE: OMG! Laurinaitis and Hegstrand were inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2011. HH.

Joe Laurinaitis, better known by his wrestling persona Road Warrior Animal, has died.

To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. Wrestler James Laurinaitis Death – Dead : James Laurinaitis Obituary : WWE Road Warrior Animal Cause of Death. The WWE Hall of Famer’s death was confirmed by his family on his official Twitter account.

The Road Warriors And The Four Horsemen Drew More Money And Had More Fun And Entertained Fans Worldwide At The Highest Level.

After debuting with as The Road Warrior, manager Paul Ellering put Animal with Hawk and repackaged. If so, here’s the set-up. All Rights Reserved. ... Joe Laurinaitis, who is better known as Road Warrior in the WWE, died on September 22.

He was 60. Joseph Laurinaitis, known to professional wrestling fans as Road Warrior Animal, has died, according to World Wrestling Entertainment and his verified Twitter account. #OhWhatARush. On behalf of the entire Cageside Seats community, we offer our prayers and condolences to Animal’s loved ones.

Laurinaitis teamed with Jon Heidenreich in 2005 to win a final WWE tag-team title. James Laurinaitis played eight seasons in the NFL.

September 24, 2020, 6:37 pm explore: Sports . He was 60, according to a statement posted online on September.

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