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Curt Hennig - Trivia, Family, Bio

Professional wrestler known as "Mr. Perfect" who died of a cocaine overdose in 2003.

Before Fame

He first wrestled in the American Wrestling Association under the name "Cool" Curt Hennig.

Trivia

He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2007.

Family Life

He had four siblings: two brothers and two sisters. He fathered four children with his wife Leonice. His father was professional wrestler Larry Hennig and his son is professional wrestler Joseph "Curtis Axel" Hennig.

Associated With

He partnered up with Chris Benoit during his time in the WCW.