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Various News: Triple H Remembers Gene LeBell, Jerry Lawler Opens New Restaurant, Jimmy Valiant 80th Birthday Celebration

August 10, 2022 | Posted by Jeffrey Harris
Gene Lebell Image Credit: Padial Jiu-Jitsu

– WWE executive Triple H has commented on the passing of wrestling legend Gene LeBell. LeBell tragically passed away earlier this week at the age of 89. Triple H wrote the following on LeBell:

“Gene LeBell remained a towering figure in the history and expansion of mixed martial arts and sports entertainment. A teacher to many of the sport’s greats, his influence is felt throughout @WWE to this day. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this time.”

– WWE Hall of Famer Jerry Lawler has opened a new Memphis BBQ restaurant in Houston, Texas.

WFXR FOX did a story on fans and friends celebrating the 80th birthday of WWE Hall of Famer The Boogie Woogie Man, Jimmy Valiant.