Throughout professional wrestling, many families have left a mark on the sport.
What makes this list truly special is the unique bond that runs through it—the bond between fathers and sons who’ve not only shared the same passion for wrestling but have also forged their legacies within the squared circle.
Moreover, this list will explore some of the most iconic and dynamic wrestling father-and-son duos. From the larger-than-life personalities to the awe-inspiring athleticism, these families have showcased their remarkable skills and charisma, captivating fans worldwide. As we embark on this journey through the wrestling world, we’ll be celebrating the heritage, the tradition, and the incredible moments these wrestling dynasties have brought to the ring.
From the Hart family’s technical prowess to the Samoan dynasty’s ferocity, and from the Flairs’ charisma to the Guerrero family’s high-flying acrobatics, these father-and-son pairings have left an indelible mark on professional wrestling. So, fasten your seatbelts as we dive into the world of suplexes, submissions, and smackdowns, and join us in exploring the remarkable legacy of wrestling’s most iconic father-and-son duos.
Father : Son List
- Vince McMahon : Shane McMahon
- Ric Flair : David Flair
- Dusty Rhodes : Dustin Rhodes, Cody Rhodes
- Johnny Valentine : Greg Valentine
- Fritz Von Erich : Kerry Von Erich, David Von Erich, Mike Von Erich, Kevin Von Erich
- Bob Armstrong : Brian Armstrong, Brad Armstrong, Scott Armstrong, Steve Armstrong
- Jerry Lawler : Brian Lawler
- Rocky Johnson : The Rock
- The Rock : Ava
- Sika Anoa’i : Roman Reigns
- Stu Hart : Smith Hart, Bruce Hart, Keith Hart, Wayne, Dean Hart, Bret Hart, Ross Hart
- Ivan Putski : Scott Putski
- Verne Gagne : Greg Gagne
- Boris Malenko : Dean Malenko, Joe Malenko
- Larry Hennig : Curt Hennig
- Angelo Poffo : Randy Savage, Lanny Poffo
- Jerry Jarrett : Jeff Jarrett
- Bob Orton, Jr. : Randy Orton
- Emile Dupree : Rene Dupree
- Jimmy Snuka, Sr. : Jimmy Snuka, Jr.
- Bruno Sammartino : David Sammartino
- Davey Boy Smith : Harry Smith
- Dory Funk, Sr. : Dory Funk Jr., Terry Funk
- Bill Watts : Erik Watts
- Bob Orton, Sr. : Barry O, Bob, Jr.
- Gory Guererro : Eddie Guererro, Hector Guererro, Chavo Guererro, Mando Guererro
- Chavo Guererro, Sr. : Chavo Guererro, Jr.
- Mike Dibiase : Ted Dibiase
- Butcher Vachon : Luna Vachon
- Chavo Guererro, Sr. : Chavo Guererro, Jr.
- The Assassin (Jody Hamilton) : Nick Patrick
- Black Jack Mulligan : Barry Windham, Kendall Windham
- Wild Samoan Afa, Sr. : Samu, Tahitan Warrior
- Jess McMahon : Vince McMahon, Sr.
- Vince McMahon, Sr. : Vince McMahon, Jr.
- Gene Anderson : Brad Anderson
- Ole Anderson (Rogowski) : Bryant Anderson (Rogowski)}
- Eddie Graham : Mike Graham
- Stan Staziak : Shawn Staziak
- Tony Bourne : Matt Bourne
- Ed Lewis : Dale Lewis
- Eddie Graham : Mike Graham
- Sika : Yokozuna, Tonga Kid
- Bill Dundee : Jamie Dundee
- Grizzly Smith : Jake Roberts, Rockin’ Robin, Sam Houston
- Jim Neidhart : Nattie Neidhart
- B.J. Annis : Teddy Hart, Matthew Annis
- Jack Britton : Gino Brito, Sr.
- Gino Brito, Sr. : Gino Brito, Jr.
- Arlie Gilbert : Tommy Gilbert
- Tommy Gilbert : Eddie Gilbert, Doug Gilbert
- Roy Welch : Buddy Fuller
- Buddy Fuller : Robert Fuller, Ron Fuller
- Sandy Barr : Shawn Barr, Jesse Barr, Art Barr
- Joe Blanchard : Tully Blanchard
- Bob Brown : Kerry Brown
- Warren Bockwinkel : Nick Bockwinkel
- Pedro Castillo : Jesus Castillo
- Sammy Cohen : Steve Shaun Simpson
- Jim Crockett, Sr. : David Jim Crockett, Jr.
- El Cobarde, Sr. : El Cobarde, Jr.
- El Gladiador : El Hijo Del Gladiador
- El Rayo de Jalisco : El Rayo de Jalisco, Jr.
- Super Medic I : Super Medic II, Super Medic III
- Ronnie Garvin : Jimmy Garvin
- Fuerza Guererra : Juventuud Guererra
- El Rayo de Jalisco : El Rayo de Jalisco, Jr.
- Duke Keomuka : Pat Tanaka
- Gene Kiniski : Kelly Nick
- Lizmark : Lizmark, Jr.
- El Rayo de Jalisco : El Rayo de Jalisco, Jr.
- Rey Mendoza : El Villano I El Villano III El Villano IV El Villano V
- Paul Morton : Ricky Morton
- Rikidozan Momota : Mitsuo Momota, Yoshihiru
- Angelo Mosca Sr. : Angelo Mosca Jr.
- Frankie Murdoch : Dick Murdoch
- Paul Nabors. : Paul Heyman
- Larry Oliver : Rip Oliver
- Miguel Perez : Miguel Perez, Jr.
- Ricky Romero : Jay Chris Mark Youngblood
- Jaques Rougeau, Sr. : Armand Jaques Raymond Philipe
- Tug Taylor : Chaz
- Ultramon : Ultramon 2000
- Dr. Wagner : Dr. Wagner, Jr. Silver King
- Steven Wright : Alex Wright
- William Regal : Charlie Dempsey
- Brian Pillman : Brian Pillman Jr..
- Rey Mysterio Jr. : Dominik Mysterio
- Rick Steiner : Bron Breakker
- Bull Buchanan : Brooks Jensen
- Wayne Bloom : Von Wagner
- Rikishi : Jey Uso, Jimmy Uso & Solo Sikoa
- Mike Rotunda (aka I.R.S.) : Bray Wyatt, Bo Dallas