Sad news continues to hit the pro wrestling community in 2023 as the loss of another member is announced. Lanny Poffo, 68, has passed away.

Jim Duggan announced on Facebook that Lanny Poffo had passed away. No further details were provided. We are currently seeking additional information.

Lanny Poffo was a renowned wrestler and poet, best known as the younger brother of the legendary Randy “Macho Man” Savage. Throughout his extensive career from the 1970s to the 2000s, Lanny was a prominent figure in various major wrestling organizations, including the WWF. He was known for his dynamic in-ring style and his distinctive poetry recitations.

Lanny Poffo’s wrestling career began in the 1970s, and he quickly made a name for himself as a talented high-flyer, performing acrobatic moves ahead of their time. His signature moonsaults, backflips, and other death-defying stunts earned him a reputation as a fan favorite. This, coupled with his pre-match poetry recitations, earned him the nickname “The Genius.” Throughout his long career, Poffo continued to wow audiences with his athletic prowess and entertaining in-ring presence.

Lanny Poffo also pursued a career in acting and appeared in two films, “The Lovemaster” (1997) and “Ready to Rumble” (2000).