Former WWF wrestler dies after lengthy health battle saw him have leg amputated
FORMER wrestling star Jack Armstrong has died aged 79.
TL;DR
- Jack Armstrong, a former professional wrestler, has died at age 79.
- His wrestling career began in 1963 and lasted over 30 years.
- He competed in federations like WWF, AWA, and UWF, and also wrestled in Japan.
- Armstrong also had a career as an actor in the 1980s.
- He faced health issues later in life, including a leg amputation and dialysis.
- Armstrong used multiple stage names, such as Lenny Solomon, Super Scorpion, Black Jack, and Sailor Jack.
- Close friend Laura Creavalle announced his death, noting his sense of humor despite his illness.