Birthdate: December 29, 1942
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Brookings, South Dakota, United States
Died: January 2, 2019
Gene Okerlund was a notable figure in American professional wrestling, known for his talent as an interviewer, announcer, and television host. He rose to fame through his contributions to the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) and World Championship Wrestling. Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2006 by Hulk Hogan, Okerlund had a lifetime contract with WWE and remained active in promotional activities. He is regarded as one of the finest interviewers in professional wrestling history, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.
