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Verne Gagne (Laverne Clarence Gagne) was born on 26 February, 1926 in Corcoran, MN, is an American professional wrestler. Discover Verne Gagne's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is He in this year and how He spends money? Also learn how He earned most of Verne Gagne networth?

Popular As Laverne Clarence Gagne
Occupation producer,director,actor
Age 89 years old
Zodiac Sign Pisces
Born 26 February 1926
Birthday 26 February
Birthplace Corcoran, Minnesota, U.S.
Date of death April 27, 2015
Died Place Bloomington, Minnesota, U.S.
Nationality United States

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Verne Gagne Height, Weight & Measurements

At 89 years old, Verne Gagne height is 5ft 11in and Weight 215 lb.

Physical Status
Height 5ft 11in
Weight 215 lb
Body Measurements Not Available
Eye Color Not Available
Hair Color Not Available

Who Is Verne Gagne's Wife?

His wife is Mary Gagne (m. ?–2002)

Family
Parents Not Available
Wife Mary Gagne (m. ?–2002)
Sibling Not Available
Children 4, including Greg Gagne

Verne Gagne Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Verne Gagne worth at the age of 89 years old? Verne Gagne’s income source is mostly from being a successful Producer. He is from United States. We have estimated Verne Gagne's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2023 Under Review
Net Worth in 2022 Pending
Salary in 2022 Under Review
House Not Available
Cars Not Available
Source of Income Producer

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Timeline

2004

Inducted into the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2004.

2003

Owner and president of Verne Gagne Reality, Inc. in Minniapolis, Minnesota. [November 2003]

2001

His son, Greg Gagne, worked as a wrestler in the AWA and behind the scenes in talent relations in WCW until 2001, when World Wrestling Entertainment purchased the faltering promotion from AOL Time Warner.

1993

Inducted into the WCW Hall of Fame on May 23, 1993.

1960

He was a nine-time heavyweight champion in the AWA, winning his first title in 1960, and retiring as champion in 1981. In between he also was a four-time AWA Tag-Team champion with various partners. One of the most beloved "scientific" i. e. "good guy" wrestlers in the AWA, Gagne had some legendary feuds with some of the greats in the sport including The Crusher, Maurice "Mad Dog" Vachon (both of whom he later teamed with to win the tag-team belts), "Wicked" Nick Bockwinkel, Gene Kiniski, Mr. M, and Doctor X. Gagne was never flamboyent, but he didn't really need to be as he let his wrestling do the talking.

1953

In September 1953, Gagne won the Chicago version of the NWA United States Championship. Gagne became one of the most well-known stars in wrestling during the golden age of television, thanks to his exposure on the Dumont Network, where he wowed audiences with his technical prowess. He was rumored to be one of the highest paid wrestlers during the 1950s, reportedly earning a hundred thousand dollars a year.

1949

In 1949, Verne was asked to play in the college all-star game in Chicago against the NFL Champions the Philadelphia Eagles. He also enjoyed a brief stint playing professional football with the Green Bay Packers.

1948

An amateur and professional wrestling legend, Verne Gagne's career covers the entire period of wrestling from the "real" to "fake" to "entertainment" eras. Gagne won two NCAA wrestling championships while at the University of Minnesota, and was a member of the 1948 Olympic Wrestling team for the United States. He soon turned pro and became champion of the new American Wrestling Association (AWA).