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WWE Hall of Famer Ted DiBiase reflects on the career of his former colleague Virgil, praising his onscreen presence and dedication to his role as an assistant and bodyguard. DiBiase acknowledges Virgil's limited wrestling talent but highlights their memorable storyline and the "awesome" moment when Virgil turned on him. Despite the criticism, DiBiase remembers Virgil as a nice person and expresses his sadness at the news of his passing.
Michael Jones, the wrestler known for portraying Virgil, the iconic bodyguard of "The Million-Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase in WWE, has passed away at the age of 61. Jones, who also wrestled under the names Vincent and Soul Train Jones, had a career spanning from 1985 to 2000 and made occasional appearances until 2020. He was known for his intimidating presence and association with DiBiase's Millionaire Inc. stable, as well as his role in WCW's New World Order stable. Jones had been battling health issues, including dementia and strokes, before his passing.
Former WWE star Michael Jones, known for wrestling under the names Virgil, Vincent, and Soul Train Jones, has passed away at the age of 61. The cause of his death has not been disclosed, but he had been dealing with health issues in recent years, including suffering from two strokes and an early stage of dementia. Jones was born in Wilkinsburg and had a successful career in the wrestling world during the 1980s.
US wrestling star Michael Jones, known for his personas Virgil and Vincent, has passed away at the age of 61. He gained fame in the World Wresting Federation (WWF) during the 1980s and 1990s as the bodyguard for Ted DiBiase, The Million Dollar Man. Jones had been battling dementia, colon cancer, and strokes, and fundraising pages were set up to help with his medical expenses. Tributes from fellow wrestlers poured in following the news of his death.
WWE superstar Virgil, also known as Michael Jones, has passed away at the age of 61. He was best known for his role as the bodyguard/valet for the "Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase and his prominent feud with DiBiase, which included a WrestleMania VII match and a SummerSlam victory for the Million Dollar Championship. Jones also had a career in WCW and made recent appearances in AEW. He had been dealing with health issues, including dementia, and had announced suffering from two strokes in 2022. This news comes shortly after the passing of Ole Anderson, an original member of the Four Horsemen faction.
Former WWE star Michael Jones, known as Virgil, has passed away at 61. His death was confirmed on his verified Instagram account and by wrestling referee Mark Charles III. The wrestling world paid tribute to Jones, who started in WWE as the bodyguard for the “Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase in the late 1980s. The cause of his death has not been disclosed, but Jones had been dealing with health issues in recent years, including suffering two strokes and being diagnosed with an early stage of dementia in April 2022.
Former WWE star Virgil, real name Michael Jones, has passed away at the age of 61. Known for his time as the bodyguard of Million Dollar Man Ted DiBiase, Virgil had a significant impact on wrestling in the late 1980s and early 1990s. He also had a stint in WCW as Vincent and made appearances for AEW in recent years. Tributes poured in from current and former pro wrestlers following the announcement of his passing.
Former WWE superstar Virgil, real name Michael Jones, has passed away at the age of 61 after suffering from dementia and multiple strokes. Known for his time in WWE during the 1980s and 1990s, Virgil also wrestled in WCW and made appearances at independent shows and wrestling conventions. In recent years, he faced financial difficulties and health challenges, including setting up a GoFundMe page for medical care. His passing comes shortly after the death of wrestling legend Ole Anderson.
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