Dory Funk Jr. Bio, Wiki, Age, Height, Education, Wife, Children, Family, Wrestler and Net Worth

Publish date: 2024-05-21

Dory Funk Jr. Biography

Dory Funk Jr. is an American retired professional wrestler and wrestling trainer. He is well known as the brother to wrestler Terry and son to Dory Funk. He was the promoter of Western States Sports in Amarillo, Texas. Funk runs a professional wrestling school called the Funking Conservatory.

10 Quick Facts About Dory Funk Jr.

  • Name: Dory Funk Jr.
  • Age: 81 years old
  • Birthday: 3 February
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
  • Height: 6 feet 2 inches
  • Nationality: American
  • Occupation: Wrestler and wrestling trainer
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Salary: Not Available
  • Net worth: $7 million dollars
  • Dory Funk Jr. Age

    Dory Funk Jr. is 81 years old as of 2022, he was born on 3 February 1941, in Hammond, Indiana. He celebrates his birthday every 3 February. His birth sign is Aquarius.

    Dory Funk Jr. Height

    Funk Jr stands at an average height of 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 meters)

    Dory Funk Jr. Education

    Dory went to West Texas State University. He had a successful football career while at college before becoming a wrestler.

    Dory Funk Jr. Family

    Funk Jr. was born and raised by his parents Dory Funk and Dorothy Funk Culver in Indiana. He has a brother called Terry Funk who is also a professional wrestler.

    Dory Funk Jr. Wife

    Dory married his first wife, Jimmie, on 8th June 1960. They later separated and were officially divorced on 6th July 1983. In 1980, Funk met Marti who became his second wife after they got married in 1989.

    Dory Funk Jr. Children

    Dory has three children from his first marriage. His children are Dory III, Adam Dirk, and Penny. He also has five grandchildren. From his second marriage, Funk has two children. His son Dory III went into medicine and now practices out of Colorado.  while his other son Dory IV is now training to be a wrestler under Dory Jr.

    Dory Funk Jr. Net Worth

    Funk Jr.’s has an estimated net worth of $7 million dollars as of 2022. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a wrestler. Through his various sources of income, Dory has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

    Dory Funk Jr. Measurements and Facts

    Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Funk Jr.

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    Dory Funk Jr. Wrestler

    Funk began his professional wrestling career in 1963 just after graduating from college. His first match was with Don Fargo in which he won. He later fought Harley Race, Wild Bull Curry, and Iron Mike DiBiase in his father’s Western States Sports promotion in Texas. In February 1969, Funk won the NWA World Heavyweight Championship against Gene Kiniski and held the NWA World Champion for the next four and a half years. He wrestled his last match in November 2018 under the wrestling stable Tokyo Gurentai.

    He now runs the Funking Conservatory Professional Wrestling School in Ocala, Florida. As the coach there, he teaches the Dory Funk Method of Professional Wrestling. Some of his students include; Mickie James, Matt Hardy, Mansoor, Ted DiBiase, and Christian Cage. His matches feature on BANG TV which is run by his wife.

    Some of his accomplishments include NWA International Heavyweight Championship (2 times), NWA International Heavyweight Championship Tournament (1981), World’s Strongest Tag Determination League Technical Award (1977) – with Terry Funk, and World’s Strongest Tag Determination League Skill Award (1985) – with Giant Baba

    Frequently Asked Questions About Dory Funk Jr.

    Who is Funk?

    Funk Jr. is an American retired professional wrestler and wrestling trainer. He is well known as the brother to wrestler Terry. He was the promoter of Western States Sports in Amarillo, Texas. Funk runs a professional wrestling school called the Funking Conservatory.

    How old is Dory?

    Dory is an American national born on February 3, 1941, in Hammond, Indiana.

    How tall is Funk?

    Funk Jr stands at an average height of 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 meters).

    Is Dory Funk married?

    Dory married his first wife, Jimmie, on 8th June 1960. They later separated and were officially divorced on 6th July 1983. In 1980, Funk met Marti who became his second wife after they got married in 1989.

    How much is Funk worth?

    Dory has an approximate net worth of $7 million. This amount has been accrued from his leading roles in the wrestling industry.

    How much does Funk make?

    Details about Dory’s salary are not yet disclosed. However, information about how much he makes will be updated as soon as it is available.

    Where does Dory live?

    Funk Jr. lives in Ocala, Florida, the U.S., we shall upload pictures of his house as soon as we have them.

    Is Funk dead or alive?

    Dory is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

    Where is Dory Now?

    Funk Is still active in her career as a wrestler and wrestling trainer.

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