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Michael Jones, best known as Virgil during his run in the WWE in the 1980s and '90s, has died at 61 years old, the company announced Wednesday.
In an interview with Wrestling Inc, Virgil spoke about Paul Orndorff, who recently passed away, and how much he helped him early in his career. Here are highlights: On Paul Orndorff: “I loved Paul Orndorff. He helped me so much early in my career. He was the man. My gym partner, we banged that iron together. 1-2-3, 670 pounds up in the air and down. Grateful for Paul.” On the origin of Soul Train Jones: “Soul Train Jones, that was down in Memphis, TN. I was one of the greatest Americans of all time. Apollo Creed did steal my gimmick. Look at him when he fought Rocky. I’m the reason. I...