A much-beloved figure in the pro wrestling industry, WWE released a statement this afternoon honoring the late Gene LeBell, highlighting his contributions to the industry. WWE is saddened to learn ...

Pioneering martial artist, stuntman and author Gene LeBell passed away at the age of 89 this week, prompting many fans of his work in the worlds of MMA and movies to share their tributes to him on ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. LeBell died in his sleep early Tuesday morning at his home in Sherman Oaks, his trustee and business manager, Kellie Cunningham, ...

Gene LeBell, regarded as America’s first martial arts sensation before parlaying his athleticism into a career as a professional wrestler, actor and stuntman, has died at the age of 89, his family ...

Gene Lebell, who had an acting and stunt career that stretched from The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet to 24 and who the WWE called today “a towering figure in the world of martial arts,” has died.

Influential combat sport icon “Judo” Gene LeBell has died at 89. LeBell, whom many credit for bringing judo into the MMA space, served as a mentor to former UFC champion Ronda Rousey throughout her ...