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WWE legend Virgil dies aged 61

Cecelia Chintoh
By Cecelia Chintoh
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WWE legend Virgil, famous for being the “Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase’s personal bodyguard and assistant, has died, his family announced Wednesday. He was just 61 years old.

Virgil, real name Michael Jones, dealt with serious health issues in recent years, including several strokes and a dementia diagnosis.

Jones made his wrestling debut in 1985 and would go on to compete for promotions like Championship Wrestling Association, where he won the heavyweight title, as well as tag team championship with Rocky Johnson.

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He’d continue to work with Hulk Hogan and other notable stars before his departure in 1999.

Jones briefly returned to WWE in 2010 as Ted DiBiase Jr.’s bodyguard … and went on to make several appearances as Soul Train Jones in AEW.

Those close to Jones say he passed away peacefully at the hospital.

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Cecelia Chintoh
Cecelia Chintohhttp://ighanaian.com/journalist/cecelia
I'm Cecelia Chintoh, a Ghanaian blogger with many years of experience in the field of journalism. I'm an Editor at Ghanafuo.com, and currently the Lifestyle and Entertainment Editor at iGhanaian.com. I love to write about random stuff, but particularly about my lifestyle and opinions.
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