JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – There are a lot of retired wrestlers who are often referred to as “Legends.” But seldom do any get the respect that Dory Funk Jr. does. The legendary Funk family in Texas (alongside his brother Terry Funk), has been foundational in the growth of pro wrestling in America.
And Dory Funk Jr. has also trained a lot of the greats from Kurt Angle to Edge.
This is a must-watch interview for longtime wrestling fans.
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