Brian Mackney, Canadian Veteran And WWF Alum, Dies At The Age Of 77

Brian Mackney, Canadian Veteran And WWF Alum, Dies At 77

Brian Mackney, a respected Canadian wrestler known for his time in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), has passed away at the age of 77.

Career Highlights and Legacy

Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling, where Mackney competed, announced his death on Twitter, highlighting his significant impact on the wrestling community. They said:

MAPLE LEAF PRO is saddened to hear of the passing today of “Silent” Brian Mackney, a Maple Leaf Wrestling alumni and legend in Toronto. Mackney was more than a journeyman, who not only won the hearts of Toronto fans in the 1970s and 1980s, but gained international attention competing in Japan with both New Japan Pro Wrestling and All-Japan Pro Wrestling. He also worked in various NWA territories, including Mid-Atlantic.

When the WWF expanded into Toronto, “Silent Brian” continued to perform for Vince McMahon for several years, maintaining his strong presence in the region.

Overcoming Challenges

Remarkably, Mackney achieved all this despite being deaf, proving his hearing impairment did not hinder his success. His resilience and talent earned him respect worldwide.

We were humbled to have “Silent” Brian in attendance this past May for our event at the former Maple Leaf Gardens and we are proud of his place and legacy in Maple Leaf Wrestling history. We send our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fans of the Silent Warrior during this time.

Condolences

The team at eWrestlingNews.com joins Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling in extending heartfelt condolences to Brian Mackney’s family, friends, and fans.

Brian Mackney’s career exemplified determination and skill, leaving a lasting impression on Canadian and international wrestling despite his hearing challenges.

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