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Fans line up to see Hulk Hogan as he brings ‘Real American Beer’ tour to Northeast Florida

Read full article: Fans line up to see Hulk Hogan as he brings ‘Real American Beer’ tour to Northeast Florida

Arguably the most famous pro wrestler in history is coming to Jacksonville, and he’s here to see his fans. We’re talking about The Hulkster himself! Hulk Hogan is bringing his Real American Beer tour to Northeast Florida.

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Hulk Hogan bringing ‘Real American Beer’ tour to Northeast Florida

Read full article: Hulk Hogan bringing ‘Real American Beer’ tour to Northeast Florida

Arguably the most famous pro wrestler in history is coming to Jacksonville, and he’s here to see his fans. We’re talking about The Hulkster himself! Hulk Hogan is bringing his Real American Beer tour to Northeast Florida.

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Going Ringside Ep. 92: Kane returns

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 92: Kane returns

Glenn Jacobs, aka Kane, is back with a newsworthy episode. The mayor from Tennessee has political advice for The Rock, tells us the backstory of his video with Undertaker and now President-elect Donald Trump and will respond to the controversial indy wrestler Cokane. We're also joined by former AEW star Allie "The Bunny."

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Going Ringside Ep. 81: Matt Riddle on life after WWE, wrestlers who really don’t like him

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 81: Matt Riddle on life after WWE, wrestlers who really don’t like him

On this episode of Going Ringside we are joined by a wrestler (and ex-MMA fighter) Matt Riddle. Riddle has courted headlines in and out of the ring over the past year as he left WWE. In this episode he'll discuss what's happening in his life right now, his youngest child being born and some wrestlers who legitimately don't like him. Victoria Crawford (formerly Alicia Fox in WWE) is also back to discuss the latest headlines in the wrestling world.

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All-News4JAX boys wrestling: Fernandina Beach’s Enzo Gamba makes his own path to history

Read full article: All-News4JAX boys wrestling: Fernandina Beach’s Enzo Gamba makes his own path to history

Enzo Gamba couldn’t hit a baseball, but he sure was good at hitting his dad. It was that feistiness that mapped out Gamba’s love of wrestling, and the Fernandina Beach senior parlayed that into a state championship and All-News4JAX wrestler of the year honors.

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Going Ringside Ep. 59: Grayson Waller & ‘The Unbreakable Bunch’ movie

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 59: Grayson Waller & ‘The Unbreakable Bunch’ movie

On this packed episode of "Going Ringside," we talk to WWE Smackdown Tag Team Champion Grayson Waller and the producers of the new "The Unbreakable Bunch" movie, which stars numerous former WCW stars.

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Could Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce get involved in WWE after the Super Bowl?

Read full article: Could Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce get involved in WWE after the Super Bowl?

Late last year a WWE star challenged Kelce to a fight after he called Swift a "6". Kelce never publicly responded. In the weeks leading up to the "Super Bowl" of wrestling WrestleMania, that world will be watching whether Kelce and Swift have an interest.

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Should Cody Rhodes finish the story at WrestleMania?

Read full article: Should Cody Rhodes finish the story at WrestleMania?

During the Friday Night Smackdown segment, Rhodes briefly mentioned that his match with Roman Reigns may not be at WrestleMania, shortly before the music hit for Movie Star and WWE Legend "The Rock."

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Going Ringside Ep. 46: Eddie Kingston unfiltered

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 46: Eddie Kingston unfiltered

The man who has become a major star but only considers himself "just a wrestler" opens up on the Going Ringside Podcast. In this episode the AEW star who holds championships all over the globe discusses why he got into the business, real life heat with star Bryan Danielson and his uneasiness with fame.

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Going Ringside teams with River City Wrestling Con for major announcement

Read full article: Going Ringside teams with River City Wrestling Con for major announcement

On Friday night, The Going Ringside Podcast is teaming up with River City Wrestling Con for a major announcement concerning its event in June. The live press conference will be held at World Golf Village and streamed live on News4JAX.com, News4Jax+ and the News4JAX YouTube Channel.

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Report: Hulk Hogan helped rescue teen following Florida car crash

Read full article: Report: Hulk Hogan helped rescue teen following Florida car crash

Pro wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, whose given name is Terry Bollea, helped rescue a 17-year-old girl following a car crash near where he lives in Florida, according to reports.

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Going Ringside Ep. 44: The tragic tale of the Von Erich Family

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 44: The tragic tale of the Von Erich Family

Following the release of the new major motion picture "Iron Claw" which chronicles the story of the Von Erich family we look at the family's tragic history. Family patriarch and legendary wrestling promoter Fritz Von Erich lost 5 of his 6 children before his death to things like suicide and drowning. Many of his children were extremely popular and famous wrestlers. This is their story.

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Going Ringside Ep. 43: The Dudley Boyz

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 43: The Dudley Boyz

On this episode of Going Ringside, we're joined by D-Von Dudley. He's one half of arguably the greatest wrestling tag team of all time the Dudley Boyz. He talks about everything from his ascent to global stardom in the late 1990's to the influence of actors like Samuel L. Jackson and Mr. T on his character.

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Wrestling legends ‘The Nasty Boys’ to meet fans in Waldo this weekend

Read full article: Wrestling legends ‘The Nasty Boys’ to meet fans in Waldo this weekend

Former world champion tag team "The Nasty Boys" will be meeting fans at the Waldo Flea Market Saturday December 9th

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Going Ringside Ep. 40: Candice Michelle and the 2000′s WWE Divas

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 40: Candice Michelle and the 2000′s WWE Divas

On this episode of Going Ringside we talk to legendary WWE Diva and "Go Daddy Girl" Candice Michelle. She talks about her scandalous Super Bowl commercial and journey to become a WWE star.

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Polarizing CM Punk returns to WWE months after being fired from Jacksonville-based AEW

Read full article: Polarizing CM Punk returns to WWE months after being fired from Jacksonville-based AEW

Wrestler CM Punk returned Saturday to WWE's Survivor Series: War Games event in Chicago.

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Going Ringside Ep. 39: WWF in the ‘90s

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 39: WWF in the ‘90s

On this episode of Going Ringside, we look back at the WWF (now WWE) in the 1990s. Former WWF wrestler Duke "The Dumpster" Droese joins us with fascinating behind-the-scenes stories of top wrestling stars like The Undertaker, Shawn Michaels and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin.

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Former wrestling star Marcus “Buff” Bagwell arrested on DUI charge

Read full article: Former wrestling star Marcus “Buff” Bagwell arrested on DUI charge

Former pro wrestling star Marcus “Buff” Bagwell has been arrested for driving under the influence of drugs.

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Former wrestling star Marcus “Buff” Bagwell arrested on DUI charge

Read full article: Former wrestling star Marcus “Buff” Bagwell arrested on DUI charge

Former pro wrestling star Marcus “Buff” Bagwell has been arrested for driving under the influence of drugs.

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Going Ringside Ep. 38: The Jimmy Snuka murder charge

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 38: The Jimmy Snuka murder charge

In this article we explore the cold case that lasted more than 30 years and eventually led to murder charges being filed against former WWE star Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka. It's a case that started in 1983 and remained cold until police re-opened it in 2013.

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Going Ringside Ep. 37: Unlikely superstars - the story of the Bushwhackers

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 37: Unlikely superstars - the story of the Bushwhackers

In this episode we chronicle the unlikely story of the Bushwhackers who started as a territorial tag-team and were transformed into stars. They were even invited to the White House. We also discuss the future of John Cena and whether he's had his final match in the ring.

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Going Ringside Ep. 36: WWE star attacks Taylor Swift and debating the greatest manager ever

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 36: WWE star attacks Taylor Swift and debating the greatest manager ever

WWE star Grayson Waller calls Taylor Swift a "6" and challenges Travis Kelce. Also, Paul Heyman says he's the GOAT of manager. When asked about Bobby Heenan, he responds: "Screw him, he's dead"

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WWE Boss Vince McMahon seen using a cane following spinal surgery

Read full article: WWE Boss Vince McMahon seen using a cane following spinal surgery

This follows the WWE Executive's spinal surgery that happened over the summer.

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WWE star causes a stir with controversial comments about Taylor Swift

Read full article: WWE star causes a stir with controversial comments about Taylor Swift

WWE star Grayson Waller is “apologizing” for calling music star Taylor Swift a “6″. But his apology isn’t legitimate and in classic wrestling “heel” fashion he used as a mechanism to insult her fans.

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Going Ringside Ep. 34: Ken Shamrock and Valor B.K.

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 34: Ken Shamrock and Valor B.K.

On this episode of Going RIngside Ken Shamrock "The World's Most Dangerous Man" joins us to discuss his new fighting promotion Valor Bare Knuckle and their event at the University of North Florida October 27th. During the interview Shamrock talks about some top wrestling stars including Matt Riddle, Shawn Michaels and Steve Austin. You also will want to hear his startling take on Mike Tyson.

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Going Ringside Ep. 33: Becky Lynch and WWF Magazine

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 33: Becky Lynch and WWF Magazine

On this episode of Going Ringside we explore the career of arguably the greatest female wrestler of all time, Becky Lynch. "The Man" as she's known joins us on the episode and we also analyze where she is among the great female wrestlers ever. We also take a deep dive into the old WWF Magazines with News4jax Anchor Jenese Harris who still has a large collection.

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Going Ringside Ep. 32: Kevin Sullivan and Bobby Fish

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 32: Kevin Sullivan and Bobby Fish

On this episode of “Going Ringside” we talk to two wrestlers from different generations: Kevin Sullivan and Bobby Fish. Sullivan was a top star and booker from the 1970′s through the 1990′s while Fish is a top star right now performing in various promotions from NXT to AEW to Ring of Honor.

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What will happen when wrestling star ‘Sunny’ is sentenced next month in Florida DUI manslaughter case?

Read full article: What will happen when wrestling star ‘Sunny’ is sentenced next month in Florida DUI manslaughter case?

"Going Ringside" talks to multiple legal experts about what to expect in court. Tammy Sytch faces up to 26 years in prison.

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Jacksonville-based AEW brings in major wrestling star Edge

Read full article: Jacksonville-based AEW brings in major wrestling star Edge

Jacksonville-based All Elite Wrestling (AEW) has signed one of the biggest stars in the industry, Adam Copeland

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Going Ringside Ep. 31: Mass WWE layoffs

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 31: Mass WWE layoffs

Discussing the mass WWE layoffs in recent days following the company's merger with UFC. We also discuss whether Vince McMahon will remain with the company

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After 41 years, Vince McMahon has his final day heading up WWE

Read full article: After 41 years, Vince McMahon has his final day heading up WWE

For the first time since 1982, Vince K. McMahon will no longer be solely in charge of World Wrestling Entertainment.

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Late wrestler’s family thanks Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson for groceries following his death

Read full article: Late wrestler’s family thanks Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson for groceries following his death

The sister of late wrestler Wyndham Rotunda (better known as Bray Wyatt) took to X (Twitter) to thank Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson for groceries and keeping their houses filled following the death of her brother.

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Going Ringside Ep. 28: The story of Alicia Fox

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 28: The story of Alicia Fox

Detailing Victoria Crawford's (aka Alicia Fox) career in and out of the ring. From Northeast Florida to world champion in WWE.

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AEW Wrestling fires top star C.M. Punk

Read full article: AEW Wrestling fires top star C.M. Punk

Jacksonville-base All Elite Wrestling has fired perhaps its top star C.M. Punk (real name Phillip Brooks). This follows allegations of a backstage fight between C.M. Punk and other performers at the company’s “All In” event in London.

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Going Ringside Ep. 27: Remembering Bray Wyatt & Terry Funk

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 27: Remembering Bray Wyatt & Terry Funk

On this episode we remember the two legendary wrestlers who both died days apart

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Going Ringside Ep. 26: The rise of Anoa’i family

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 26: The rise of Anoa’i family

In this episode of Going Ringside we chronicle the rise of The Rock & Roman Reigns' family, the Anoa'is.

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Wrestling legend recalls major gift from Dwayne Johnson

Read full article: Wrestling legend recalls major gift from Dwayne Johnson

Wrestling legend Haku (real name Tonga ‘Uli’uli Fifita) joined the “Going Ringside” podcast recently and reminisced about an amazing gift he received from Dwayne Johnson.

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Local actresses recount their roles on Dwayne Johnson’s show “Ballers”

Read full article: Local actresses recount their roles on Dwayne Johnson’s show “Ballers”

When you’re an up-and-coming actress getting a role in an “A-list” show is everything. And that’s what happened to Kirsten Harwood and Arica Anderson. Harwood is a Jacksonville-based model & actress and Anderson is an actress who just starred in the movie “Traders”.

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WWE Hall of Famer accused of DUI manslaughter in Florida to be sentenced after plea; faces up to 25 years

Read full article: WWE Hall of Famer accused of DUI manslaughter in Florida to be sentenced after plea; faces up to 25 years

A WWE Hall of Fame wrestler entered an “open plea” on Wednesday after being accused of DUI manslaughter in Volusia County last year.

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WWE Hall of Famer DUI manslaughter trial starts in Florida next week

Read full article: WWE Hall of Famer DUI manslaughter trial starts in Florida next week

Former star Tamara Sytch AKA "Sunny" is facing charges for killing a 75-year-old man more than a year ago

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Going Ringside Ep. 24: Vince McMahon federal subpoena plus WWE & AEW start a media war

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 24: Vince McMahon federal subpoena plus WWE & AEW start a media war

In this episode we explore the federal subpoena and search warrant served on Vince McMahon plus a war of words erupts between the two top men in wrestling. WWE's Triple H and AEW's Tony Khan.

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Legendary wrestler reveals what killed his tag team partner

Read full article: Legendary wrestler reveals what killed his tag team partner

Following death of veteran wrestler this past Spring

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Going Ringside Ep. 23: Elijah Burke aka Da’ Pope

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 23: Elijah Burke aka Da’ Pope

The Jacksonville native wrestler discusses his time with WWE and setting up a charity that promotes wrestling shows

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‘Hardest thing I’ve ever been through’: Wrestling legend Arn Anderson speaks out following death of eldest son

Read full article: ‘Hardest thing I’ve ever been through’: Wrestling legend Arn Anderson speaks out following death of eldest son

Anderson will be on an upcoming episode of "Going Ringside" Podcast. His son Barrett passed away at age 37 in March.

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Going Ringside Ep. 22: The Chris Jericho title belt theft

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 22: The Chris Jericho title belt theft

In this episode of "Going Ringside" we detail the police investigation into the disappearance of Chris Jericho's AEW title belt in Tallahassee in 2019

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WWE legend ‘The Undertaker’ stares down shark to scare it away from Palatka-born wife

Read full article: WWE legend ‘The Undertaker’ stares down shark to scare it away from Palatka-born wife

Video from this weekend shows WWE legend “The Undertaker” standing just feet away from a swimming shark. And his wife said he was doing it to protect her.

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Going Ringside Ep. 19: Abdullah The Butcher

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 19: Abdullah The Butcher

In this episode we sit down with legendary hardcore wrestler Abdullah The Butcher. The 82-year-old has wrestled all over the world and for decades was a household name with wrestling fans, but never worked for the WWF/WWE.

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Legendary wrestling broadcasters dealing with health struggles

Read full article: Legendary wrestling broadcasters dealing with health struggles

Jim Ross and Jerry "The King" Lawler both battling health struggles

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Going Ringside Ep. 5: The fascinating story of Jeff Jarrett

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 5: The fascinating story of Jeff Jarrett

On the latest episode of “Going Ringside With The Local Station” we visit with the well-known Jeff Jarrett, whose career in the industry includes a little bit of everything.

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Going Ringside Ep. 4: The rise of “Stone Cold” Steve Austin

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 4: The rise of “Stone Cold” Steve Austin

On the latest episode of “Going Ringside With The Local Station” we explore the rise to fame of arguably the most popular professional wrestler in history: “Stone Cold” Steve Austin.

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Going Ringside Ep. 2: The WWE sale, Part I

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 2: The WWE sale, Part I

In this episode of “Going Ringside With The Local Station” we analyze the biggest story in the industry right now: The potential sale of WWE.

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Going Ringside Ep. 1: How Jacksonville became the center of the wresting world

Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 1: How Jacksonville became the center of the wresting world

When Jacksonville became the center of the world of professional wrestling over the past five years News4JAX began to take notice. We have been chronicling the rise of All Elite Wrestling (AEW) started by Tony Khan, son of Jaguars owner Shad Khan.

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A pioneering champion forever: High school wrestler basks in the glow of historic title

Read full article: A pioneering champion forever: High school wrestler basks in the glow of historic title

This is a story that seems too good to be true. But it's very much true.

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Professional wrestler Jon Huber dies at 41

Read full article: Professional wrestler Jon Huber dies at 41

JACKSONVILLE, Fla – Professional wrestler Jon Huber, 41, who many fans knew as Luke Harper and Brodie Lee, died Saturday from a non-COVID-19-related lung issue, according to his wife, Amanda. Huber most recently was part of All Elite Wrestling. Since the coronavirus pandemic, most of AEW’s shows have been broadcast live from Daily’s Place on Wednesday nights. Huber played the role of Brodie Lee in this promotion. Prior to AEW, Huber wrestled for World Wrestling Entertainment as Luke Harper.

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Dailys Place amphitheater to hold first live event since pandemic started

Read full article: Dailys Place amphitheater to hold first live event since pandemic started

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. All Elite Wrestling is coming to Dailys Place Thursday night with a limited live audience. Ron DeSantis declared pro-wrestling essential back in April and the River City has become a hot spot for the sport. @AEWrestling is coming to @dailysplace TONIGHT w/ limited LIVE audience for 1st time in months! @wjxt4 pic.twitter.com/2ginZ72uv4 Brittany Muller (@BrittMullerNews) August 27, 2020That wont be the case this year. It will be the first time in months, pro-wrestling will hold a live event with an audience in Jacksonville.

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Wrestlers’ Fight for the Fallen raising funds for people hurt by COVID-19

Read full article: Wrestlers’ Fight for the Fallen raising funds for people hurt by COVID-19

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A major fundraiser for COVID-19 relief in Florida is happening in the wrestling ring in Jacksonville. All Elite Wrestling (AEW) is hosting its “Fight For The Fallen” event at 8 p.m. Wednesday at Daily’s Place. “AEW and the Khan family very concerned, very involved in the community,” said Jim Ross, a lead commentator for AEW told The Morning Show. This is the second year AEW has hosted “Fight For the Fallen” in Jacksonville. Last year proceeds went to help fight gun violence.

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