Terry Funk

Terrence "Terry" Funk was an iconic American professional wrestler and actor renowned for his influential hardcore wrestling style, which significantly shaped the careers of future stars, including Mick Foley. Over his extensive career, Funk showcased his talent across numerous wrestling organizations, including NWA, AWA, WWF/E, WCW, ECW, USWA, ROH, and TNA.

Funk's impressive accolades include being a two-time world heavyweight champion, having captured the NWA World Heavyweight Championship once and the USWA Unified World Heavyweight Championship once. He also won the ECW World Heavyweight Championship twice, with the second win designated as an honorary lifetime title by ECW. His remarkable contributions to professional wrestling have led to his induction into multiple prestigious Halls of Fame, including the WWE Hall of Fame, WCW Hall of Fame, Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame, NWA Hall of Fame, Hardcore Hall of Fame, and Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame.

A central figure in the documentary film "Beyond the Mat," Funk is celebrated not only for his wrestling prowess but also for the longevity of his career, marked by numerous "retirement" matches that captivated fans. Terry Funk's legacy continues to influence and inspire wrestlers and fans alike throughout the sport.