Obituary of Gene Okerlund

Gene Okerlund

Eugene Arthur Okerlund (born December 19, 1942 in Brookings, South Dakota) was a sportscaster and TV personality who was best known for his work in the World Wrestling Federation and World Championship Wrestling. Gene died on January 2, 2019 and his death was reportedly because of an accidental fall. He died at age 76.

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Gene Okerlund Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Okerlund, Gene
Common Name: Gene Okerlund
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Brookings, South Dakota, United States
Birth Date: December 19, 1942
Age: 76 (at death)
Also Known As: Mean, Jean
Occupations:
- Sportscaster
- TV Personality

Net Worth: $9 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Yoplait Yogurt
Favorite Color: Baby Blue
Favorite Scent: Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet
Favorite Actor: Jack Nicholson

Gene's Family Tree

Birth Name: Eugene Arthur Okerlund
Father: Arthur Okerlund
Mother: Helen Okerlund
Spouse/Partner:

Jeanne E. Okerlund (married 1964-2019, his death)

Son(s):

Todd Okerlund (born September 6, 1964)

Death Notice:

Date: January 02 2019 at age 76
Place: Sarasota, Florida, United States
Cause of Death: Accident (fall)

Category Tags:

Sportscaster TV Personality American Born on December 19th Born in 1942 Born in South Dakota Died in 2019 Died at age 76 Died from Accident

Quotable Quotes:

"Hey, pack your bags and get the hell out of here. I got a replacement for you." (IMDB)

"Gene Okerlund lived a full and remarkable life, leaving behind a legacy of entertainment and humor that will continue to be celebrated for generations to come. (V)"

"Gene Okerlund was a beloved professional wrestling interviewer and commentator, known for his charismatic personality and iconic interviews with some of the biggest names in the industry. He passed away at the age of 76, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire and entertain fans for generations to come. (V)"

Is Mr. Gene Okerlund still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.