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Lance Russell

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Career Highlights

  • Lance Russell spent nearly four decades as the voice of the Memphis territory, and he’s one of the greatest wrestling announcers ever to speak into a mic.
  • Lance’s smooth delivery and distinctive style was unrivaled.
  • Whether using his expertise to guide an inexperienced young wrestler through a TV promo or describing the action in the ring in his almost poetic style, Lance’s always delivered amazing work!
  • The CAC honored him in 2016 with an Announcer’s Award.
  • October 2, 2017: Lance Russell has passed away at the age of 91, more info here.  http://www.onlineworldofwrestling.com/legendary-commentator-lance-russell-passes-away-at-91/
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Debut

Play-by-Play Commentator (1959 - 1997)

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Hometown

Memphis, Tennessee

Gender

Male

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Status

Deceased