You "80s Babies" might remember him.

I didn't even know he was still alive. Or how young he was (71). At this point it looks like the Iron Sheik is going to outlive literally every wrestler that has ever wrestled.

Paul Orndorff sure earned the respect of fans by displaying some of the most technically awesome wrestling moves, proving that he was well trained in olympic-style wrestling. His bouts were always interesting to watch because he took every opportunity to use classic wrestling moves instead of the flashy, "Hollywood", moves that some fans expected.

I remember back in 1986, Paul had a match with a new wrestler making his first appearance on the WWF. Paul and the new guy executed the most classically olympic-style bout that the whole audience really got into it with audible "oohs" and "aahs"!

Paul won the match, and the two westlers shook hands to the well-earned standing ovation from the entire arena and commendations from the broadcast hosts that evening.

Paul Orndorff was a man to respect and I am so sorry that he has left the ring forever.

Rest In Peace, Paul Orndorff