Lanny Poffo, popularly known by the nicknames “Leaping” and The Genius, was a WWE wrestling champion, and the brother of “Macho Man” Randy Savage.
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Born on December 28, 1954, in Calgary, Canada, Poffo doubled as a motivational speaker, poet, and actor.
Poffo made his wrestling debut in 1974, defeating the The Royal Kangaroos.
Poffo died from an unknown cause on February 2, 2023.
Lanny Poffo Age
Poffo was 68 years old at the time of his death.
Lanny Poffo Height
Poffo was 1.83 m tall.
Lanny Poffo Weight
Poffo weighed 109 kg.
Photo Credit: The Famous People
He wrestled in several championships and even faced his father, Angelo Poffo, his brother, Randy Savage and WWE champion Hulk Hogan.
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In 1978, he fought at “Atlantic Grand Prix Wrestling”, and eventually played host on TV spot on ATV, presenting two shows in two different towns.
Also in 1978, Poffo was named the first ever AGPW International Heavyweight Champion.
Lanny Poffo Family
Poffo was born to Angelo Poffo and Judy Poffo. He also has a brother named Randy Savage.
In 2015, represented his brother, Randy Savage who was posthumously inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. He has also appeared on a number of ROH telecasts.
Lanny Poffo Daughter
Poffo is survived by his daughter, Magen Poffo.
Lanny Poffo Instagram
Poffo is on Instagram @lannypoffo
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