Lanny Poffo was a Canadian-American actor known for his roles in WWF Championship Wrestling, Summerslam, and Saturday Night’s Main Event. He gained fame under the ring names “The Genius” and “Leaping Lanny Poffo.”
Personal and Family Life
Lanny Poffo was born on December 28, 1954, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He was married to Sally from 1985 until their divorce in January 1996. He was the son of Angelo Poffo and had a brother, Randy Savage, who was also a well-known professional wrestler.
Career
Lanny Poffo was recognized for his unique style of throwing frisbees with his poetry to fans during his wrestling matches. He achieved fame for his appearances in various wrestling promotions, particularly in the WWF, where he entertained fans with his charisma and talent.
Death and Legacy
Lanny Poffo passed away on February 2, 2023, in the United States due to natural causes. He is remembered for his contributions to professional wrestling and the entertainment industry, leaving a lasting impact on fans and colleagues alike.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Curse of the Wolf | 2006-09-22 | Logan |
| Wrestling with Disaster | 2016-12-31 | Himself |
| ROH: Bound by Honor – ROH Champions vs. Bullet Club | 2018-04-28 | Lanny Poffo |
| YouShoot: Lanny Poffo | Himself | |
| Breaking Kayfabe with Lanny Poffo | 2012-11-10 | Self |
| WWE: The Best of Saturday Night’s Main Event | 2009-02-10 | The Genius |
| Ninja: Prophecy of Death | 2011-07-21 | Angelo |
| The WWF’s Even More Unusual Matches | 1987-02-01 | |
| WWE Survivor Series 1989 | 1989-11-23 | The Genius (Manager) |
| WWE WrestleMania VIII | 1992-04-05 | The Genius (Manager) |
| Alien Danger 2! With Raven Van Slender | 2021-10-11 | Mr. Eddie Cheddar |
| Bret “Hit Man” Hart: His Greatest Matches | 1993-07-05 | Manager |
| Biography: WWE Legends | 2021-04-18 | “Leaping” Lanny Poffo |