Pro wrestling legend ‘The American Dream Dusty Rhodes’ dead at 69

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Former professional wrestler Virgil Runnels, better known as “The American Dream Dusty Rhodes,” has died at the age of 69.

The WWE posted the news on their official Twitter account.

Rhodes was a three-time NWA champion and WWE Hall of Fame member.

Fans quickly turned to social media to express their shock and sorrow over the news.

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