Lanny Poffo, Best Known As WWE’s “Leaping” Lanny Poffo & The Genius, As Well As Macho Man Randy Savage’s Brother, Passes Away At 68! RIP.
WWE reports.
Lanny Poffo passes away
WWE is saddened to learn that Lanny Poffo, best known to sports-entertainment fans as The Genius, passed away at 68 years of age.
The son of Angelo Poffo and younger brother of WWE Hall of Famer “Macho Man” Randy Savage, Lanny Poffo had a style all his own. Arriving in WWE in 1985 alongside his brother, “Leaping” Lanny Poffo was one of the first high-flyers in WWE. While he achieved some success as a fan favorite reading his own poetry and throwing Frisbees to the crowd, he reached new heights as The Genius while managing Mr. Perfect.
WWE extends its condolences to Poffo’s family, friends and fans.
The sad news was first announced by WWE Hall of Famer Hacksaw Jim Duggan.
With a very, very heavy heart, I've been asked to let everyone know about the passing of our friend and colleague Lanny Poffo, The Genius.
RIP Lanny pic.twitter.com/4ve4J2HSHT
— Hacksaw Jim Duggan (@RealHacksawJim) February 2, 2023
On behalf of the IP team, I offer our condolences to the family, friends and fans of Lanny Poffi.
