Paul Orndorff was a pro wrestler known as "Mr. Wonderful," known for his WWF feud with Hulk Hogan. And he had the confidence to have fun with his character.". When Studd and Bundy started to double team Hogan, Orndorff did not help out; he looked like he had hurt his eye in the collision. On the page, Paul's wife, Amayou Smith, wrote: "Hi my name is Amayou, my husband is Travis Orndorff. [12], While working for the UWF, Orndorff also competed in the American Wrestling Federation (not the same promotion as the AWF) and held the AWF Heavyweight title after beating Stan Lane on December 16, 1991. On July 12, 2021, Paul Orndorff died in Fayetteville, Georgia. YOU WERE THE TOUGHEST. 285 | No. A look at the potential road for Rutgers University wrestlers in the Big Ten Tournament and what chances they have for qualification for the NCAA Years later the morning before WrestleMania 21, I trained with him and Hulk. It is unclear whether he had investments elsewhere because many presume him to be richer. Spivey convinced Orndorff to believe in himself and that he shouldn't forget that he was "Mr. He also defeated "Mean" Mark Callous in multiple house show encounters. While he lost the support of the fans, he won the North American title on July 4, 1981. [35] Orndorff was pinned by Cactus Jack in a subsequent Thunderdome match;[36] the two had an intense feud including a Falls Count Anywhere match at SuperBrawl III, which Cactus Jack won.[37]. Be the first to get hottest news from our Editor-in-Chief, Check your email and confirm your subscription. Once the match restarted, Hogan easily exited the cage to win the match following a leg drop,[23] ending their feud. More than anything, though, Owen said Orndorffs character on and off the mat is what he wants in his program. Posted an 11-11 record, 4-5 in duals Orndorff returned in October and partnered with Big John Studd against Maeda and Sakaguchi, then faced Maeda again in singles competition. I think hes still growing. His son, Travis, announced his father's death on social media earlier today. U-Hi coach Don Owen needed an upper weights coach when he asked Orndorff to be an assistant coach 15 years ago. WE RIDE TOGETHER. Paul Orndorff excelled in various sports, including amateur wrestling, bodybuilding, football Orndorff returned to the ring on June 2, 1987, in Buffalo, New York during a WWF Superstars taping. Jaron Smith (UMD) | D, 4-1 Get the days top sports headlines and breaking news delivered to your inbox by subscribing here. 6 Buckeyes Earn Top 5 win vs. No. He has more courage than any wrestler Ive had. Hes heavily favored to repeat this winter. This time they wrestled without their manager and were officially known as "Pretty Wonderful". Mr. WWE Hall of Famer Paul Orndorff has passed away at the age of 71. Orndorff's family created a GoFundMe page to raise money for the icon's funeral. Tate Orndorff kicked off the new wrestling season Sunday with a 2-0 decision victory over North Carolina's Brandon Whitman. All donations and love gifts are appreciated.". Paul Orndorff's arm was a constant injury that plagued his career and was a factor in his decision to retire. Wonderful Paul Orndorff died on July 12 2021, at the age of 71. Related Content. He put me on the mat pretty hard. And as much as many of you hated him as a wrestler, he absolutely loved you for it. 1, BTN Presents Coverage of 2023 Big Ten Wrestling Championships, No. His skills led to multiple scholarships offers from prestigious football programs such as the University of Tennessee and Clemson. Dave was an NCAA runner-up wrestler for Oregon State and also played football Read our Paul Orndorff live blog for all the latest news and updates "He was so much more than a wrestler," Paul Orndorffs son, Travis, captioned an Instagram post. After retiring, he trained aspiring wrestlers. (20) Joe Doyle (BING) | MD, 10-2 #1derful Paul Orndorff. 31 Zach Schrader (UMD) | D, 4-1 That wrestler ended up skipping the tourney, though. May God rest his soul! [citation needed], In 1990 Orndorff returned to the squared circle, wrestling a series of matches against Kerry Von Erich on the independent circuit. [25] Orndorff took Oliver Humperdink as his manager in his fight with Rude and Heenan. [12] During this time Orndorff also worked in the National Wrestling League, holding its tag team championship alongside Brian Blair some time in 1993. On July 12,Travis Orndorff, Mr Wonderful's son, confirmed his father's deathafter battling dementia and head trauma. One of the top heels of the 1980s, Paul Orndorff is remembered for his dashing looks and incredible physique. Particularly by modern standards, that's not all that old for a top-tier wrestler. He competed in the National Wrestling Alliance for a considerable time before becoming a sensation during the 1980s. Mr. Due to his past injuries in the WWF, Paul was forced to retire. He was an All-Pac-10 selection in football in addition to being an All-American in wrestling. Instead, he voluntarily resigned during training camp, claiming "personal difficulties." (Jesse Tinsley) By Greg Lee gregl@spokesman.com (509) 844-8168 Sometimes the youngest in a. 7 Tate Orndorff (OSU) | MFF, Duals (7-4) [12][44] Pretty Wonderful was immediately challenged by the Nasty Boys after winning the title, but the Nasty Boys were never able to take the gold from the champions. [58] In September 2018, US District Judge Vanessa Lynne Bryant dismissed the case, ruling that some of its claims were frivolous and some had been filed after the statute of limitations had expired. Tate is a heavyweight wrestler from Spokane, Wash. 13 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. "He was an amazing father that showed me more love than I ever deserved. Wonderful" set his sights on the vacant WCW World Television Championship. We invite you to share condolences for Paul Orndorff in our Guest Book. (19) Luke Surber (OKST) | D, 5-0 Mr Wonderful was believed to have made most of his money wrestling for WWE prior to his retirement. You cant do two sports, like wrestling and football, at the NCAA Division I level today like you could when I was in school.. He is better known as "Mr. #1derful" Paul Orndorff. Among the participants invited to compete were Buddy Landel, "Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony, and Brian Lee. In 1976, Orndorff began his career as a wrestler. His final WCW match came on August 26 in Chicago when he teamed with The Junkyard Dog in a losing effort against the tag-team champions Doom. Orndorff won his first wrestling title when he pinned Lawler for the NWA Southern Heavyweight Championship on June 7, 1977. Paul was a phenomenal wrestler and athlete," he wrote. 12 Tate Orndorff (OSU) MD, 13-4 21 [12][32], Siding with the "Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony, Orndorff feuded with Hector Guerrero and Brian Lee. Mr Wonderful, as he was known by fans, suffered an injury to his arm back in the late 1980s. [12] It was soon revealed that Roop had sabotaged Orndorff's car so he could get the title shot instead (storyline). 2,457 Followers. [12] He was unsuccessful in his challenge and soon focused on the title he gave up. Ric Flair, a retired professional wrestler, took toTwitterafter learning of Paul Orndorff's passing. Wonderful' Paul Orndorff has passed away at the age of 71. 2021 All-American (eighth), PRIOR TO OHIO STATE Mike Viramontes (NDC) | MD, 12-3 Orndorff. The "wild card" status was a blow to Orndoff's ego (storyline), causing him to attack several wrestlers including Hector Guerrero, whom he defeated in a "wild card" match to earn a spot in the tournament. In actuality, Orndorff was forced to retire due to his previous injuries in the WWF, with the entire right side of his body beginning to atrophy (eventually causing his arm and leg muscles to shrink). T. Orndorff T. Orndorff N. Rino D. Romero J. Rubio A. Seely C. Smith T. Smith J. Tolentino C. Trussell K. Wilkinson J. Woodruff Brett Rojo/For The Big 12 Conference Tate Orndorff Weight: 285 Height: 6-0 Class: Redshirt Sophomore Hometown: Spokane, Wash. Highschool: University HS Summary Media Historical Summary At Utah Valley University . Orton's interference at the end of the match backfired when he accidentally hit Orndorff with the cast on his arm, allowing Hogan to pin Orndorff and win the match for his team. On July 12, Travis Orndorff, Mr Wonderful's son, confirmed his father's death after battling dementia and head trauma. 2023 Ohio State University. Greg Valentine discusses the late-great "Mr Wonderful" Paul Orndorff during his WWF days. 4 Cornell. We lost another great one," one fan wrote. No. [63], On July 12, 2021, Orndorff died of his dementia at the age of 71 in Atlanta, Georgia.[64][65]. Paul Orndorff was one of the greatest and most talented entertainers. Boone McDermott (RU) | D, 6-1 Pinned Tweet. He is well known for his nickname, Mr. 2 Mason Parris (UM) def. Spokane defends No. They have been together for over 50 years as she was his high school sweetheart. Orndorff was reportedly worth $100,000, according to Celebrity Net Worth. Jane and Walt Dennis Golf Perfomance Center, Jennings Family Wrestling Practice Facility, NCAA Qualifier (2019(15-seed, 2-2), 2020(8-seed, canceled), 2021(21-seed, 4-3/eighth), 2022(13-seed, 3-2), Big Ten Championships (2021-6th, 2022-8th, 5-6 record), All-American in 2021 (eighth at NCAA Championships), Won Ohio Intercollegiate Open with 4-0 record, Finished the year 7-4 in duals, 7-4 in open events and 5-5 in the postseason, Wrestled at the U.S. Open Greco-Roman competition in Las Vegas in early May of 2022 and posted a 4-1 record (130kg) to finish third overall also wrestled in the senior freestyle bracket at 125kg (1-2), Earned a spot on the U.S. National Team (Greco-Roman) with a third-place finish at the World Team Trials (May 21-22) in Iowa finished 4-2 at 130kg. I appreciate how mature he is, Owen said. HWT | No. 38 of the 500 top wrestlers in the, Wrestler of the Week (August 2329, 1987), WCW World Television Championship Tournament (1993), This page was last edited on 25 February 2023, at 17:40. His father died of cancer in 1965. Orndorff's family created aGoFundMepage in order to raise money for the icon's funeral. I love you Daddy.". HWT (Orndoff is No. HWT | (7) Mason Parris (MICH) def. Orndorff is amazed with how far hes come in the sport considering he won just one match in seventh grade. Buckeyes Earn Four Top 3 Big Ten Championship Seeds, Sasso Earns No. Mason Fiscella (APP) | D, 7-1 Paul Orndorff was born on October 29, 1949, in Winchester, Virginia, U.S.A. Orndorff made his in-ring debut on June 9 in Beckley, West Virginia, defeating "Nasty" Ned Brady on Main Event. The condition happens when someone suffers repeated head trauma, however, it can only be diagnosed once someone has passed away. News of his passing was communicated to the public by his son Travis who announced the sad news in an Instagram post. Tate Orndorff (OSU) | TF-1.5 3:49 (20-5) [55][11], On January 5, 2011, Orndorff told the Busted Open Sirius Satellite Radio show that he had recently been diagnosed with throat cancer. Last year, Tate had to get a pin for the Titans to place fourth and earn a trophy. [22], Orndorff soon reunited with manager Heenan and again feuded with Hogan, and began using Hogan's theme music, "Real American", as his own entrance theme. During a televised phone call to Hogan, Orndorff was told that Hogan was too busy training to come to the phone, something which aggravated Orndorff no end. [12] Their reign only lasted about a month before being upended by the combination of Dennis Condrey and David Schultz. WWE Hall of Famer Paul Orndorff, who once fought in Wrestlemania, has died at the age of 71. [12] Orndorff next feuded with The Masked Superstar, with whom he traded the National Heavyweight title back and forth during the fall of 1982. Paul Orndorff's son Travis announced the news of his father's deathwith a heartbreaking Instagram post. Media. Orndorff signed up for a 16-man tournament beating 2 Cold Scorpio, Cactus Jack, Johnny B. Badd, and then Erik Watts in the finals to win his first title in WCW. Paul was married to his high school girlfriend, Ronda Maxwell Orndorff, with whom they have two grown-up sons, Paul Orndorff III and Travis. Maybe 95ish. "Paul Orndorff was the first wrestler I hated & feared as a child. While Orndorff was away from the WWF, Heenan brought in a new man "Ravishing" Rick Rude to take Orndorff's place in the Heenan Family. Orndorff will be a redshirt junior this season after reaching the national tournament each of the past two campaigns for Utah Valley University. Who is NFL's Richard Sherman and why was he arrested? 5 Greg Kerkvliet (PSU) def. His son Travis revealed that Mr Wonderful passed away in an Instagram post on Monday. (13) Tate Orndorff (OSU) | MD, 10-1 I was a little kid again. 12 Gonzaga holds off No. Give directly to The Spokesman-Review's Northwest Passages community forums series -- which helps to offset the costs of several reporter and editor positions at the newspaper -- by using the easy options below. [16] The fallout from The War to Settle the Score led to the creation of WrestleMania, with Hogan and Mr. T (backed by Snuka) taking on Piper and Orndorff in the main event (with Bob Orton, Jr, as Piper and Orndorff's manager). Orndorff spent time in rehab trying to recuperate his injured arm, but to no avail appeared smaller than the other one. [17], Near the end of 1984, Piper's assault on Cyndi Lauper (kayfabe) brought Orndorff and Piper on a collision course with Hogan and Mr. T.[16] Hogan's feud with Piper also meant that Orndorff was thrust back into the main event picture; he defeated Tony Atlas at The War to Settle the Score and then played a part in the main event. Orndorff becomes UVU's third wrestling All-American in program history. During this time he became known as "The Brandon Bull", a nickname he had during his days as a football player. [12][13] Orndorff feuded with Ted DiBiase, JYD, Dusty Rhodes, and Dick Murdoch while holding on to the North American title. HWT | (4) Greg Kerkvliet (PSU) def. Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1911 [database on-line]. Two-time NWCA Scholar All-American and First Team Academic All-Big 12 honoree 2023 Ohio State University. There, Orndorff worked mainly as a tag team competitor teaming with Dick Slater to win the NWA Southeast Tag Team Championship from the team of Jimmy Golden and Norvell Austin in October 1979. Sadly, Paul died on July 12, 2021, after being diagnosed with dementia. Dave had a brief chat with Tate before the final with some fatherly advice. Tanner was a three-time NCAA Qualifier for Utah Valley His career highlights included competing alongside the likes of Hulk Hogan and Mr T. Paul Orndorff's son Travis confirmed in a statement that his father suffered from dementia. Professional wrestler the Iron Sheik, real name Hossein Khosrow Ali Vaziri, tweeted a heartfelt message in his classic all caps style following Paul Orndorff's death. May God rest his soul! The only difference was that his right arm was noticeably smaller due to a neck injury that caused nerve damage and eventually the atrophy of his right biceps. ", RIC FLAIR REMEMBERS ORNDORFF AS A 'GREAT GUY, LEGIT TOUGH!'. He called me every day when he could. Lee brought in Ron Garvin to fight off Orndorff;[33] the feud included a featured "piledriver match", which Garvin won. . Gable's Last . No. 7 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. A stud," he wrote on Twitter. "Him and Sherri were the best on that show with working the crowd. Jacob Bullock (IU) | D, 8-3, Ohio Intercollegiate Open (Nov. 14, 2021, Tiffin, Ohio) pic.twitter.com/h7crlyHme6, WRESTLING WORLD COMMENTS AFTER PAUL ORNDORFF'S DEATH. [4] He scored 21 career touchdowns and gained over 2,000 all-purpose yards in his playing career with the Spartans. His reign as champion lasted years. 13 Tate Orndorff (OSU) | TF, 19-4 [60], On May 8, 2021, Orndorff's son Travis posted a video of him at a medical facility, where he was seen in a state of reported dementia. HWT | (13) Tate Orndorff (OSU) vs. (5) Wyatt Hendrickson (AF) | D, 9-5 No. He told me he knew what he had to do.. I love you, Daddy," he concluded the tribute. Thank you for all of them Paul. [12] Austin, Condrey, and Rose formed The Midnight Express shortly thereafter. 3 nationally during 2019-20 season and was seeded eighth for the 2020 NCAA Championships Former World Wrestling Federation favorite Paul Orndorff, who gained fame with fans as Mr. he wrote. Brendan Furman (COR) D, 4-1, 2022 Cliff Keen Invitational, Dec. 2-3, Las Vegas (3-2) Changed my life. [9][10], After his football career ended, Orndorff watched Championship Wrestling from Florida in the mid-1970s. HWT | No. Likes. "Travis wants to give everyone, including fans, the opportunity to Donate to Paul's final expenses. One of my fondest memories. It does help when you have older siblings laying the gauntlet down for what you have to do, Owen said. Orndorff at the 2022 NCAA Championships (3-2) [29] Throughout the summer, he faced Anderson and defeated the WCW TV Champion by pinfall in several non-title matchups. This was the only time Orndorff and Hogan wrestled in WCW. Orndorff got the better of Mantell and won the right to use the Freebird hair removal cream on Mantell. [38] During this time Orndorff also turned back the challenges of Ron Simmons and Marcus Alexander Bagwell, amongst others, holding on to his Television title by any means necessary. No. His son Travis revealed that Mr Wonderful passed away in an Instagram post on Monday. Tate Orndorff, U-His defending state champion heavyweight, practices a throw on a training partner. Hulk Hogan is one of the biggest babyfaces to ever catch on in professional wrestling. [59] In September 2020, an appeal was dismissed by a federal appeals court. 6 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. [48] In May, Orndorff got a golden opportunity to regain the WCW Television title. No. He also reignited his feud with Bob Orton, Jr. in the UWF, where he beat Orton for the UWF Southern States Championship on June 22, 1992, and held the title until he left the promotion. This WWE Elite Collection action figure is around 6-in/15.24-cm and comes ready to unleash havoc straight out of the box! Paul Orndorff, alias Mr Wonderful, was an American professional wrestler best known for his performances in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW). He married his high school girlfriend Ronda Maxwell Orndorff. Injuries caused Mr Wonderful to step away from the square ring in 2000. As a youngster, Orndorff was a star high school football player. In Mid-South, Orndorff feuded with Ken Mantell over Mantell's propensity for cutting people's hair after a match. [49] He lost to WCW newcomer The Renegade at Bash at the Beach. Thanks for all the laughs and great matches. "Paul Orndorff was a true, mans man. When Orndorff left the AWF in February 1992, he vacated the title. Tate, one of four brothers, carries a 44-13 collegiate record to Columbus and was seeded eighth for the COVID-canceled 2020 NCAA Championships. Dan Conley (COL) | Fall, 3:54 Throughout the 80s, Orndorff became a star, often going head-to-head with the ImmortalHulk Hoganin the main event of the firstWrestlemaniaand Survivors Series. [26] His final match came on a house show on January 4, 1988, against Rude in Augusta, Georgia. [56] He was reportedly in critical condition and was on a feeding tube with a few days to live. 19 Owen Trephan (NCST) def. Paul Orndorff had more class, talent, athletic ability than almost anyone I ever knew. #RIPMrWonderful, ORNDORFF WAS ALL-STAR FOOTBALL PLAYER IN HIGH SCHOOL. On August 18, 1993, Orndorff's luck ran out as Ricky Steamboat won the title at Clash of the Champions XXIV. Chances are you or someone you love has experienced what its like to be a caregiver while juggling lifes bills and responsibilities. "He was an amazing father that showed me more love than I ever deserved. She overcame personal controversies to build a reputation for herself in Hollywood by acting and singing her way into the hearts of audiences. Rest in power Mr. Many will remember his intensity. No. 285 | No. He explained that his father had been battling with dementia, which he believes was caused by chronic traumatic encephalopathy. Afterwards, Orndorff laid out Guerrero and several preliminary wrestlers with his piledriver finisher. During his time with the Spartans, he scored 21 touchdowns and racked up over 2,000 all-purpose yards. "As some of you may know we are preparing for Paul 'Mr Wonderful' Orndorff's final farewell. The OFFICIAL YouTube channel for Paul Orndorff, managed by Some Kind of #1derful, the podcast hosted by Travis Orndorff (son of Paul). Paul Orndorff's Tweets. [52] He had a brief onscreen role during this time in the Old Age Outlaws with Terry Funk, Arn Anderson, and Larry Zbyszko to feud with the last WCW version of the nWo. Paul Parlette Orndorff Jr. (October 29, 1949 - July 12, 2021), nicknamed "Mr. Wonderful", was an American professional wrestler and college football player, best known for his appearances with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW). It is not known what caused his death, but according to reports, he had been diagnosed with dementia not long ago. Rest In Peace!". 102 Following. #PaulOrndorff, PAUL ORNDORFF'S SON CONFIRMS HIS DEATH IN STATEMENT. He fired Heenan two months later and began a feud with Rude. Orndorff's TV title reign also included a successful defence against future ECW champion Shane Douglas and a disqualification loss to Johnny B Badd, after Maxx Payne violently interfered. 7 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. She saw extended action during the 2017 WAC Tournament championship run and ensuing NCAA Tournament match versus eventual national champion Stanford. 285 (Orndorff, 2-3, 8th) Check your inbox to be the first to know the hottest news. Paul Orndorff is an American professional wrestler best remembered for his performances with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW). Arm atrophy from a nagging injury led him to retire in 2000 and he was treated for cancer in 2011. 33 Brandon Whitman (UNC) | D, 2-0 He really wanted someone from U-Hi.. The feud with Ladd saw Orndorff win the NWA Tri-State North American Heavyweight Title[12] from Ladd on two occasions (on May 29, 1978[12] and again in June). NWCA All-American (2020) [16], On the May 26 episode of World Championship Wrestling it was announced that Paul Orndorff would face Arn Anderson at Clash of the Champions XI. He would later move to the New Japan Pro Wrestling, where he stayed for several months. [16][11], During the Hogan feud, Orndorff seriously injured his right arm in a weightlifting accident. | D, 8-1 Tate performs at a state title-level in the classroom, too, where he carries a 3.97 grade-point average. WE RIDE TOGETHER. 285 | No. [12] Pretty Wonderful was granted a rematch against the new champions with a match booked for Halloween Havoc; Pretty Wonderful regained the belts when Roma used one of them to knock Bagwell out. 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Paul Orndorff dead WWE wrestler cause of death revealed as son raises awareness of chronic traumatic encephalopathy, Khabib Nurmagomedov names himself in 'magnificent seven' UFC GOAT list but has no room for rival Conor McGregor. During the tag match Ali climbed up on to the ring apron and took a swing at Piper. The referee, Charles Robinson stopped the match as a result. What is Paul Orndorff's net worth? Anderson and Flair tried to calm Orndorff down but Orndorff lost his temper and attacked Pillman. [50] Orndorff was also unable to beat the rookie in subsequent matches and (in kayfabe) began to lose confidence in his abilities. Sadly, the situation doesn't seem to be improving . Fellow WWE wrestler known by his wrestling name "The Natural" tweeted in response to Orndorff's death. Jordan Earnest (Ohio U.) HWT | No. On December 13, 1999 Orndorff wrestled against the Harris Twins in a handicap match by a losing effort on Monday Night Nitro. Many will remember his intensity. [27], Paul Orndorff retired in early 1988 due to his arm injury and focused on running his bowling alley in Fayetteville. He is among the most renowned entertainers of the 21st century, and his sporting ability was evident. Thanks for all the laughs and great matches. Unlike last year, Orndorff has a loss this season. 3 in the national heavyweight rankings and owns 17 wins over nationally-ranked opponents. R.I.P. No. [46], At Clash of the Champions XXIX Stars and Stripes were granted a final shot at the tag team title, but the challengers also had to put up the Patriot's mask on the line. 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