Mike Durham was an American professional wrestler, best known for his ring persona Johnny Grunge. He was born on July 10, 1965, in Sulphur, Louisiana, and passed away on February 16, 2006, in Peachtree City, Georgia.
Personal and Family Life
Mike Durham was married to Penny Bordeau until his death in 2006. Besides his wrestling career, not much detailed information is publicly available about his family life. He was known for his contributions to the wrestling world and held a strong presence in the ring.
Career Highlights
Durham debuted in wrestling in 1987 and gained fame in the 1990s as a member of the tag team Public Enemy. He competed in various promotions, including ECW, WWE, and WCW, and became notable for his high-risk wrestling style. Grunge was part of teams that won multiple tag team titles, including the ECW World Tag Team Championship.
Death and Legacy
Mike Durham passed away on February 16, 2006, due to complications from sleep apnea. His death marked the end of a significant era in professional wrestling, where he left a lasting impact and is remembered by fans and fellow wrestlers. His professional legacy lives on through the matches and moments he created during his career.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| WCW Bash at the Beach 1996 | 1996-07-06 | Johnny Grunge |
| WCW Bash at the Beach 1999 | 1999-07-11 | Johnny Grunge |
| WCW SuperBrawl VI | 1996-02-11 | Johnny Grunge |
| WCW Slamboree 1996 | 1996-05-19 | Johnny Grunge |
| WWE: Blood Sport ECW – The Most Violent Matches | 2006-02-07 | Johnny Grunge |
| ECW 3-Way Dance | 1995-04-08 | Johnny Grunge |
| WWE: Allied Powers – The World’s Greatest Tag Teams | 2009-01-01 | Johnny Grunge |
| ECW – Unreleased Vol. 3 | 2015-04-28 | Johnny Grunge |
| ECW: Bloodsport – The Most Violent Matches | 2006-02-07 | Johnny Grunge |
| ECW House Party 1999 | 1999-01-16 | Johnny Grunge |