Chicopee John Posted June 11, 2015 Report Share Posted June 11, 2015 WWE legend Dusty Rhodes dies at 69 Published June 11, 2015 FoxNews.com Facebook1525 Twitter240 livefyre182 Email Print The pro wrestler, whose real name was Virgil Runnels was famously known as "The American Dream." The cause of death is unknown. "Runnels became a hero to fans around the world thanks to his work ethic, his impassioned interviews and his indomitable spirit," the WWE told FOX411 in a statement. "Moreover, Runnels was a dedicated father...a caring husband and a creative visionary who helped shape the landscape of WWE long after his in-ring career had ended." The wrestler was known for his polka dot tights and was indicted to the WWE Hall of Fame in 2007. Fellow wrestler Triple H wrote on Twitter of Rhodes’ death, “Saddened to hear the passing of Dusty Rhodes. Legend, teacher, mentor, friend...Love you Dream.” Rhodes is survived by his two sons who also became wrestlers Dusten "Goldust" Runnels and Cody "Stardust" Runnels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Browns149 Posted June 11, 2015 Report Share Posted June 11, 2015 RIP "Dream" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Cysko Kid Posted June 14, 2015 Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 This bummed me out. Rip dusty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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