Manning claims that "a good source" told him that Rick, perhaps out of instinct, dumped a large bowl of cocaine without the police finding out. Professional Wrestler. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. She was from Fiji. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. He held the title until he left the promotion. The exact time passed from when he died and when he was found is still debatable. He had been dead for approximately three to four days. To use this feature, use a newer browser. MOUNT OLIVET CHAPEL - Greenwood Funeral Homes, Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Haunted Lubbock: True Ghost Stories From The Hub Of The Plains. Luis Hernndez was a professional wrestler who also went by the ring names Rito Carren and El Mdico. The brutal and violent nature of the feud would see Kevin Von Erich smash a chair over Adamss head, causing part of the chair to be lodged in his nose close to his eye. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. The storyline was further built along with Adams and Hernandez wearing masks to hide their identities because of their appearance. Wrestling Legends on Gino Hernandez DeathLegendary Wrestlers and WWE Hall of Famers discusses the untimely death of Texas Wrestling Megastar Gino Hernandez w. AboutPressCopyrightContact. This WCCW version proved the more famous, as Adams and Hernandez drew high revenues and television ratings for World Class in their feud with the Von Erichs. She later received a recorded message from a gangland source who was close to Hernandez, claiming that her son was not murdered.[10]. FORT WORTH - Gino Eric Hernandez, 40, passed away Sunday, Aug. 11, 2019. I went so far as to call up Jimmy Crockett, who I always had an open door policy with, and made a deal to go to the Carolinas in January, 1986. His time was also spent as a promoter as well and not just an active competitor. However, due to personal issues with Regal, that never materialized. Verify and try again. AboutPressCopyrightContact. "The Gentleman" Chris Adams pic.twitter.com/aNGcbePOBG. A deleted scene from the documentary aired where Hernandez's mother, Patrice Aguirre, revealed she was secretly married to WWE Hall of Famer Jimmy Snuka for ten years. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. 0:41. According to David Manning, paranoia was taking over Ginos daily life and getting him to act in disturbing ways. March 18, 2023. Shocked family members scrambled for answers, and fans mourned the loss of a heel performer they loved to hate. This led to an instant disqualification. This gimmick was later used in the WWF by Brutus Beefcake. Their feud with the fan favorite Von Erichs was red-hot. Despite these achievements, Gentleman Chris Adams is still considered an unsung hero in wrestling today. I just want everybody to remember him as a good man. Houston's independent source of It was real emotion spilling out into the ring. He is from United States. ). The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo (2018-19), Dark Side of the Ring The Mysterious Death of Gorgeous Gino, Dino Bravo | His Shocking Death and Why He Was Murdered by the Mob, Jimmy Snuka and the Death of Nancy Argentino. Today we look at the relationship between Gary Hart and Gino Hernandez. "[7] Hernandez's mother Patrice Aguirre and ex-wife Janice Marie Bancroft expressed the belief that he was probably murdered; Aguirre reported that criminal Jon Royal had told her of debts owed to him by Hernandez. photo: decal By Ryan on October 25, 2016 1980s, 1986, Dead Before 50, Drug Overdose Al Green - Dead at 57 Ashura Hara - Dead at 68 Eddie Guerrero - Dead at 38 Karen Heuer 3 years ago He may have pissed somebody off. "He was a good son and father, says Ginos mother, Patrice. WCCW management intended this new feud to become its top storyline throughout 1986. Gino, always the opportunist, "blinded" Adams by taking advantage of him while arguing with the referee. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. In storyline, the previous champions, Dusty Rhodes and Dick Murdoch, had been stripped of the title. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. But another thing that becomes heavily developed in the right situations can be a father-son relationship, usually between a booker or promoter and one of their top stars. Try again later. Gino Eric Hernandez was born in Fort Worth, Texas, July 11, 1979. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Adams then competed for the Jim Crockett NWA Dallas promotion. If someone wants to get you, theyll get you.". In 1997, Adams came to World Championship Wrestling which saw him face the likes of Randy Savage, among others. If he wanted to, he could take that room and have everybody in that room hating his guts and wanting to kill him in REAL life. Oops, something didn't work. No matter what I tried, I couldnt chase them away. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. The late Howard Hughes is buried, along with his family, at Glenwood Cemetery in Houston. Full head of hair, hes got all the shit!". Gino wore his boots to honor his stepfather during his first few matches and credited Luis for how easily wrestling came to him, saying, "My dad did it for me. As they lowered Ginos casket down, a gust of wind came, and up in the trees there were bells and wind chimes, and they started making noise. Gary and Bruiser Brody had to intervene in the skirmish and make peace between everyone. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Between 83 and 87, Adams competed for World Class Championship Wrestling, among other promotions. The family never saw his body, which was concealed by Hernandez's manager Walter Ayman due to its decomposed state, and honored in a closed-casket service. Hernandez and Blanchard's tag-team act became so successful that they were the top (based on box office drawing power) heels in the state of Texasregardless of territory. And she came to see me and my father came in town. After the match, Hernandez attempted to escape, but was tackled by Chris Von Erich, who was at ringside, and eventually had his hair shaved bald. ", Roberts continues, "He could talk. Unfortunately, that was the last straw to be grasped at and as many longtime wrestling fans and newer fans thanks to Dark Side Of The Ring, Gino would soon be found dead in his apartment. But another booker that took many under his wings was the late, great Gary Hart. On one occasion at Ginos condominium, Jeanie Clarke claims to have seen him take out a big bowl full of cocaine and, about 30-40 minutes afterward, insist on her not making noise. We have estimated Gino Hernandez's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets. Charles Eugene Wolfe, Jr. (August 14, 1957 - February 2, 1986) was a professional wrestler better known by his ring name Gino Hernandez. Please enter your email and password to sign in. During the early part of his career, Adams was trying to find his way in the ring. Resend Activation Email. Unfortunately, it was short-lived as their success together was met with a new feud against one another. Through it all, we hope his family has found peace. One thing you will frequently hear from people in the professional wrestling business, especially the old-timers, is that it is a brotherhood. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. His career spanned nearly a quarter of a century, where he held nearly thirty championships. To sell the blindness angle even further, Adams eyes were bandaged when out in public, and his girlfriend guided him. "I was married ten years to Jimmy Snuka. Chris Adams held the title on five separate occasions. Lothario was also instrumental in breaking Shawn Michaels into the business later on. Learn more about merges. Many have described Vince McMahon as a father figure, including Bret Hart, Shawn Michaels and Triple H (that last one is especially poignant). He was convinced people were also following him and trying to harm him. Whether it was in Mike Georges World Wrestling Alliance, Southern Championship Wrestling, or the NWA, Adams was popular with fans and known for putting on highly competitive matches. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Eddie and Mike Graham Years after Their Deaths, We Still Ask: Why? Ginos mother, Patrice Aguirre, worked as a professional model for a time but mostly dedicated much of her adult years as a homemaker. "People, youd just hand them the mic, and theyd do it." There was a problem getting your location. "The three of us went out, and the first night we went out, they danced, I didn't even know my father could dance like that. You can always change this later in your Account settings. She claims they would watch a program where the protagonist faked his death, leaving a wife and a child behind but reappearing seven years later. Other than hearing his name frequently through the years, I went into 'The Mysterious Death of Gorgeous Gino' with virtually no knowledge of Hernandez's backstory or even how he died. I called Jimmy Crockett back, and told him the deal was a no-go. Today, Adams moves are used fairly regularly by several stars. It was here where Gary reconnected with Paul Boesch after years of heat between the two. His mother was Patrice Aguirre and his father was Charles Eugene Wolfe Sr., with the latter's identity being unknown to the point that wrestling fans speculated that Wolfe's father was actually Houston Wrestling promoter Paul Boesch, due to how close they were. Dark Side of the Ring The Mysterious Death of Gorgeous Gino. After a few years, Fritz Von Erich reached out to Adams to join his promotion, Dallas-based World Class Championship Wrestling. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. By using this site, you agree to the legal terms set out in ourDisclaimer, Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and Disclosure. By the early winter of 1985, the Dynamic Duo pairing of Hernandez and Adams once again came together to face The Von Erichs. It seemed that any animosity would be put to rest between the Von Erichs and Adams if he fired Gary Hart. "He was one who typically did everything his way. Hernandez and Sunshine would then feud with Hollywood John Tatum and his manager, Missy Hyatt. [10] Wrestler Brutus Beefcake has rejected the murder theory, saying that Hernandez "had a serious drug problem" and was an "intense, crazy partier". When he did return to the US, he once again competed for WCCW and Texas All-Star Wrestling. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Gino Hernandez (6182701)? Chris then proceeded to slap Hernandez for not tagging him into the match. At one point, he faced NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair. His time there was immediately met with championship success. To my dismay, no matter how hard I tried to convince them, they were flat-out not interested in leaving Texas. He did everything for me.". You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. Failed to delete flower. He held nearly every major wrestling title in the World Class Championship Wrestling Association. And I said, 'What? The pair remarried on April 12, 1978 before divorcing again on July 19, 1979. Randy and Liz on Dark Side of the Ring Lanny Poffo Responds, Boy Meets World vs. Vader: Secret Story Behind 90s Collision, Why Ric Flair Left WCW for Arch-Rival WWF in 1991, Fan vs. Shooter: The Ill-Fated $1000 Sugar Hold Challenge, Fritz Von Erich and the Christmas Day Massacre, Yam Bag: The Night I Wrestled an Elderly Woman, The Tragic Killing of Rikidozan: The Father of Puroresu, Roddy Piper on the Very Beginnings of Professional Wrestling, Sam Houston | A Wrestler Coming to Terms With His Past, 6 Times Professional Wrestlers Were Blinded, Pat Patterson | Hard to Emulate, Mentor of the Greats. Even with the above information that surfaced three decades after Gino Hernandez tragically succumbed to his demons, doubts remain over what really happened, and conspiracy theories still abound amongst fans and wrestling historians alike. I just found out recently that he passed away, and I felt very bad 'cause he was regardless of what people said about him about the time he married me, was the time that they say he had killed some woman or something. This browser does not support getting your location. After WCCW came to a close, he competed in the Pat OConnor Memorial Tag Team Tournament. It also became a point where training partners became close friends. [4], Wolfe's drug abuse (e.g., alcohol and cocaine, among others) was no secret to many World Class mainstays, including onscreen manager/one-time booker Gary Hart, who claimed to have repeatedly encouraged Wolfe to "get clean". "Gino once had a friend with him who owned a plane. Do we want it not to be as easy as saying he "overdosed on a combination of drugs and alcohol?" There is a problem with your email/password. Thats what I would do." David Manning added, "That goes to show how believable WCCW was," referring to the fans actually believing that someone, in this case, Adams, might go to the extremes of murdering Gino because he had blinded him. On several occasions, he teamed with Gino Hernandez and WWE Hall of Famer Jake Roberts. It was later revealed that this mans name was John Royal. An automatic gun was found near his partially clad body, according to investigators. On the premiere of Dark Side of the Ring: Confidential, Conrad Thompson and series creators Evan Husney and Jason Eisener looked back at the 2019 episode of The Mysterious Death of Gorgeous Gino. During his career, his greatest successes came from competing for World Class Championship Wrestling. Are you sure that you want to delete this flower? This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Try again later. A system error has occurred. Dark Side of the Ring: Confidential airs every Tuesday on ViceTV at 9 pm ET. Gino also formed a tag-team with Chris Adams; WCCW called them "The Dynamic Duo", as SCW had Gino and Tully. "You could see that he was afraid, it seemed, of the dark in his mind. On February 4th, 1986, the wrestling world and the real world came to a tragic crossroads after the body of "Gorgeous"Gino Hernandez was found dead in his condominium. For instance, his feud with King Parsons, for example. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. Adams career would continue on for Bill Watts and his UWF promotion that was later a part of the NWA. Adams contributions to the wrestling industry would have gone beyond just competition. I booked a match between Gino Hernandez and Kevin Von Erich, with the stipulation being that if Gino beat Kevin we would shave Kevins head, and if Kevin beat Gino he would shave Ginos head. cemeteries found in Houston, Harris County, Texas, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Judge Roy Bean is shown holding court in Langtry in 1900, trying the case of an alleged horse thief. Several days had passed before WCCW referee Rick Hazzard discovered him. Try again later. So, I think he went to Japan on a wrestling tour, and his mother, I convinced her to come and see me in Houston. But their connection was still strong, and soon enough, they would be back on the same team. Please try again later. Later that night, the Von Erich boys were riled up and jumped Gino, feeling he was a mole due to his relationship with Boesch. Also known as the World Class American Heavyweight Championship. ", David Manning recalls a time in Las Vegas when some unsavory characters accompanied Gino, and he believes this was the point of no return for the wrestling star. To use this feature, use a newer browser. He also remembers a group of men attending who handled all the needed expenses. ). For 30 years, the family of wrestling star Gino Hernandez believed his tragic death was a drug-related murder. We have set your language to Some of the people he hung with were powerful people. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. He was the stepfather of Charles Eugene Wolfe Jr., who would later be known as Gino Hernandez. "The Handsome Half-Breed" wrestler Gino Hernandez; circus entrepreneur Mollie Arline . These antics eventually led to a matchup between Hernandez, Adams, and the Von Erichs. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Try again later. "When I met Snuka at the matches, and he asked me for a date," Aguirre recalled. The president isn't buried here, but his alleged killer is, as well as another one of his victims and the man who captured the moment on film. Try again. Joint Promotions aired on British TVs World of Sport. According to former WCCW colleague Jake Roberts, Hernandez was involved with the gay community in Houston. Hart went into shock and cried for an hour while wrestler Tim Brooks was there when Hart received the awful phone call and just started cursing endlessly. Gino Hernandez | Obituary - Dead | Gino Hernandez Cause of Death. According to famed WCCW play-by-play announcer Bill Mercer, Gorgeous Gino (also calling himself the Handsome Halfbreed in previous territories) started to become the person he portrayed at the arenas and on television, becoming almost indistinguishable from his in-ring persona. The fame and finances fueled Hernandez's thirst for excitement, which. After no-showing two wrestling bookings and being unable to be reached, there was a concern over Gino Hernandezs well-being. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? Gino's hobbies included playing basketball, playing pool, watching movies, and swimming. He was only 29 years old. Adams was a national Judo Champion three times over by the age of 21. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Due to still selling his blinding angle at the time, the matches never aired on World Class television. This series will strive to shine a light on those who fall into that category. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. While Gary would no longer manage the team, anytime they needed any advice, they always went to Gary for his input, even if he was no longer in the territory with them. "It didnt feel so safe with some of the people he might be hanging out with, things I was hearing. When asked, "Did you know or come to know at any point that Gino had an issue with drugs?" Gino was a loving and devoted son. ", Baby Doll (Nickla Roberts) worked as Ginos valet/bodyguard in late 84 but had known him since he wrestled a few times in Lubbock, Texas, where her father had promoted for over 20 years. This helps us provide free content for you to enjoy! [5], Wolfe was married twice, both times to Janice Marie Bancroft. While Gino ended up going to work for Boesch out of loyalty, Gary told him that he was always there for him. The storyline feud with Lothario culminated in a "hair vs. hair match", which Hernandez losthaving his head shaved in the ring, as a result. NWA International Junior Heavyweight Championship, NWA United States Heavyweight Championship, NWA Big Time Wrestling / World Class Championship Wrestling, List of premature professional wrestling deaths, "Brutus Beefcake on 'Was Gino Hernandez murdered? It is said that all this was used to give Adams time off to visit relatives in England. [6] They were first married on April 10, 1976 in Harris County, Texas, before divorcing soon after on January 27, 1977. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. From NWA Dallas, Adams traveled to compete for the AWF. ", He reassured Ginos mother that their family had nothing to worry about with anything that happened. Maybe it is time to focus on Gino Hernandezs talent rather than the unfortunate circumstances surrounding his passing. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. He smoked dope, did cocaine, uppers, and downers it was the 70s and 80s, we all did.". Solomonster talks about. Again, Uncle Gary comes to the rescue. [1] Gino became quite close to promoter Paul Boesch and got his big break working for him in Houston in the late 70s to early 80s, where he won the NWA Junior Heavyweight Championship over Chavo Guerrero. Charles Eugene Wolfe Jr. (August 8, 1957 February 2, 1986) was an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, Gino Hernandez. Adams was dispised while he was there. Gino Eric Hernandez was born in Fort Worth, Texas, July 11, 1979. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Speaking on Ginos death, Tully Blanchard said, "He was a tremendous talent. Gino would sometimes be a lightning rod for controversy, but Gary always ensured he was cared for and looked after. Joe Blanchards Southwest Championship Wrestling (SCW) based out of San Antonio, Texas, was one of the first places Gino Hernandez worked. If you have yet to watch "The Mysterious Death of Gorgeous Gino" (AKA Gino Hernandez), you can see it in the 44-minute video below. Pro Wrestling Stories - Your daily source of nostalgia and a peek behind the curtain wall of wrestlings past! Commenting on the last day she saw him, Ginos mother said, "He was in a hurry, always in a hurry. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? After a couple of personal issues, Adams embarked on a tour of Japan in the Spring of 1986. He is perhaps best known for his appearances with the Dallas, Texas-based promotion World Class Championship Wrestling between 1976 until his death in 1986. He is perhaps best known for his appearances with the Dallas, Texas-based promotion World Class Championship Wrestling between 1976 until his death in 1986. "Well, I wish it wasnt him in there. Make sure that the file is a photo. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Paul looked at him and said, Our boy is gone, before the two embraced in a hug. With that, I had a perfect opportunity for Gino to get out of Texas, and a way for me to spend more time with him and watch over him. Prichard claims that the men toasted with champagne glasses and would say, "To you, Gino!" And demons just wouldnt let him go. Try again later. Make sure that the file is a photo. Solomonster talks about how big of a star Gino was in WCCW, the events surrounding his untimely demise, the drug trafficker his family suspected of having something to do with his death and a rumor killer on Gino's real father.For the FULL Solomonster Sounds Off 599 episode, click here: https://bit.ly/2WC4L4N.Listen to the Solomonster Sounds Off weekly on TheSolomonster.com, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher and iHeartRadio!Like what you hear? Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. I was on him quite a bit about his addiction, because it was hard for me to watch him go through that. Adams moved around quite a bit. Recap of Jeanie Clarke on In Your Head Wrestling Radio, 05/08/2015. Embracing a more selfish in-ring persona. Officials said the cause of death had not . The highlight was a storyline feud with David Von Erich over the NWA Texas Heavyweight Championship, which Gino won and lost back to David. ", Ginos ex-wife Janice Gillespie remembers feeling very unsafe at times. As the evening went on, Hernandez didn't tag in. Its called charisma, and he had charisma, man. We have set your language to Looking back, and knowing what I know now, maybe his being in the Carolinas wouldnt have made any difference on his habit - but believe me, I was trying. Please reset your password. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. In 1982, Gino instigated a storyline feud with Chavo Guerrero by hitting him over the head with a beer bottle, and later insulting the Guerrero family name. Aguirre's father also . ", Royal says that Gino left with some airline stewardesses, which was the last time he saw him alive. Despite their relationship, Hart struggled in that environment, skipping David Von Erichs funeral. Rumors have run rampant about what happened, but Hart truly believes it was nothing more than an overdose. Drag images here or select from your computer for Gino Eric Hernandez memorial. The body was discovered about 6 p.m. by his business manager, Walter Ayman of Houston, police said. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? based on information from your browser. The cream, which looked more like a black liquid gel, was sprayed into Adams eyes in a controversial and believable angle that caught all the wrestling magazines attention then. Years later, Houston promoter Paul Boesch had given Gary the book in the territory and asked him to keep an eye on Gino, who was now in his first year in the business. A system error has occurred. His tragic passing is still talked about by friends today. And in case you missed previous entries in the series, here are some quick links to those: "The Killing Of Bruiser Brody" "The Match Made In Heaven" "The Montreal Screwjob "The Mysterious Death of Gorgeous Gino" He says that Gino was involved in selling drugs and probably died because of a combination of alcohol and drugs, saying that drugs "took hold of him. "He was in a good mood and drinking a lot, and I assume he was doing some drugs. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Gino clogged the kitchen sink with a towel and let the water run. I think the whole thing was over money, and Gino was made an example of., The hatred amongst the former Dynamic Duo members before Gino died and the blinding of his former tag partner Chris Adams felt so real to the fans that they demanded authorities investigate Adams as a possible suspect in Ginos death. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. 28K views 3 years ago Viceland looks at "The Mysterious Death of Gorgeous Gino" Hernandez in their latest Dark Side of the Ring special, one of their best ones to date. If it hadnt been for the bells in the trees, my memory of that day would have been different. Gino Hernandez Net Worth. Gino Hernandez's income source is mostly from being a successful . As the evening went on, Hernandez didnt tag in. He was just everything you could want, but he had demons. It's Me, Margaret. There was a nightclub in Houston called Judges, where "Gino was front and center and frequented a lot, especially Fridays after the matches. He continues, "I never saw Gino out of control on drugs, but he liked to party and have a good time." I've had the fortune to interview wrestlers from Lucha Underground, TNA, Ring of Honor, GFW, and former WWE talent as well. show, she said, I think he was killed because he was expendable, and he was also a good way to make an impression on someone, like "Look what we did. After recently serving a 30-year prison term for trafficking cocaine, Ginos former close friend and the person who did the eulogy at his funeral was contacted. The Fascinating, Tragic Tale of The Missing Link, Doomed To Repeat Itself - The Graham Family History, The Brilliance of Eddie Graham and His Influence on The American Dream. Gino Hernandez - His Tragic Death and The Mystery That Remains Author: Javier Ojst Mar. Memorial Oaks Cemetery in Houston, TX. His early achievements came against the likes of Mark Rollerball Rocco and Marty Jones. For 30 years, the family of wrestling star Gino Hernandez believed his tragic death was a drug-related murder. After the death of Gino Hernandez, Adams embarked on a new direction on his own. Gino had many trades, but his passion was becoming a barber. According to his ex-wife Janice, one of the people not allowing family members to see Gino was his manager. Gary was immediately enamoured with Ginos natural look and ability in the ring and, soon enough, took him under his wing and into his group.

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