Jack Tunney

Acting

21 Jan 1935

† 24 Jan 2004

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Biography

John Tunney Jr. was a Canadian wrestling promoter, best known for his role as the president of the WWF during the 1980s and 1990s, when the company reached its Golden Era. He was instrumental in creating many historic angles for the company, including iconic rivalries like Hulk Hogan vs. Ultimate Warrior at WrestleMania VI. His on-screen character as president was crucial during key moments of the shows, like suspensions and title vacuums, but he never got physically involved in matches. Over t...