Celebrity News June 11, 2015
WWE Hall of Famer Dusty Rhodes Dead at 69
Virgil Runnels, known to fans as WWE wrestler “The American Dream” Dusty Rhodes, died on Thursday. The Hall of Famer and three-time NWA Champion was 69.
WWE confirmed the news in a statement, but no cause of death was given.
The statement said, “Runnels became a hero to fans around the world thanks to his work ethic, his impassioned interviews and his indomitable spirit. Moreover, Runnels was a dedicated father to WWE Superstars Goldust (Dustin Runnels) and Stardust (Cody Runnels), a caring husband and a creative visionary who helped shape the landscape of WWE long after his in-ring career had ended.”
