I grew up in mn. i seen larry the ax. his son wrestle alot. one time i went to a small bar in lorreto mn. had a beer. sitting next to me was larry Henning. i told him he and his son were both great wrestlers. he said thank u very much. he was a great guy. thank u
Much respect for this wrestling family. I met grandson Curtis Axel (Joe) at Omni Fitness center in Cleveland a few years ago and he was a very respectful young man. Talked about Curt and Scott Hall in the AWA Days and he was happy to talk about it!
Was a little kid back then , eating saltines and watchng rasslin with my now gone brother , after rasslin go in bedroom and rassle ! , jump off da bed on my brother and makes a big noise and mom says WHAT YOU GUYS DOING IN THERE ? NOTHING ! THEN BROTHER HIT ME ON BACK AND I HIT DA WALL ! AGAIN WHAT YOU GUYS DOING IN THERE.? NOTHING ! 😀😀 Iam 70 yrs old now and this video brings back memories 😀😀
devon's killing all the other shoot interviewers. good job. and hats off to him for making them available on here. he's shooting them out left and right, pun intended. ;-)
Great interview, talking about how quick his match with Roddy was, and the Road Warriors couldn't beat him and couldn't catch Curt - still in kayfabe mode I guess!!! These are all great interviews Devon - so much better having video compared to an audio only. Keep it up to keep memories of all these past greats!
That happens a lot in wrestling unfortunately. Stu Hart and Fritz Von Erich outlived some of their sons. In Fritz’s case, he outlived all of that except Kevin. That should never be the case with people. No parent should have to bury their own kid.
That's awesome-- he and Kurt were with Ventura when he found out he won the Governor election-- Minnasotans- I'd always heard he and Verne -were not chum chummy-- & I'd seen the AWA- documentary where Greg Gagne talks about how indeed they had discussed a buyout- 15 million bucks for the AWA in what 1983 !! That's what an ego does to you folks-- & in the end Verne even had to sell lake minnitonka - hind sight is 20/20--
So that’s the father and trainer of one of the best to ever step into the ring. If his son’s talent is anything to go by, then he must’ve been a fucking master in the ring.
From a personality aspect, he seems so serious and conservstive where as Curt was a prankster. Everyone knows that Curt and Shawn Michaels are arguably the two best wrestlers. Very sad that his son only made it to 44. I'm sure he holds his emotions back. It must kill him. Luckily Larry has 25 ? Grandkids... and Curtis Axel to divert his attention. When i think of guys like Hennig and Rude, its very sad. Wrestling is a demanding sport and guys do things that they shouldn't. Nobody is perfect; no pun intended. To lose a son who had such life to him....thats a killer. The Axe handles it with class
I remember a WCW Nitro show (I believe that's what it was) and I wanna say it was in Minnesota, because Curt had a match with whoever, BUT, Larry The Ax was there and I think Heenan pointed it out prior to Curt's match...Anyway, Curt got whoever he was wrestling on the floor and got him by his dad, and The Ax just gives a couple good punches in and looks up at the camera basically doing what a wrestler -sorry, HEEL-would do after whaling on someone really good with punches, by gloating to the cameraman for everyone to see, and the audience was going nuts over it, whooping it up, slapping him on the back, Curt raises his dad's arm and gives him a hug....awww man, I'm telling you, it was definitely one of those father/son moments, you could easily tell! He was so proud of Curt, and you KNEW Curt felt the same pride as well❗❗
I wish I could find the Roadies' promo after that match where they busted Curt's head, while it was stuck in the ropes. Got to see it one time and Hawk was like, "Why is Larry Hennig so mad about this? You'd think we busted him up." It wasn't exactly that but it was a good promo, for what I remember.
“So What’s Larry Hennig so hot about? Just because we beat the living hell out of his son. Just because he was gushing blood everywhere to be seen. What are you so hot about? Well you just keep hot. Because your gonna need that temper. For us in New York…..The Meadowlands. You gonna need every advantage you can get, but it still won’t make any difference. The people in New York know it too. Aint nobody ever IN THE STINKING WORLD gonna beat us tell him animal…..” After they retained the AWA World Tag Team Title Vs the Hennigs. Animals says “ Those two are worse then Verne and Greg Gagne they’re never getting another shot at us. Paul Ellering say “ Winning is not everything it’s the only thing Hawk then grabs the mike and says. “ We still got the belts. You don’t like it? WE DON’T CARE!” I swear it’s all from memory haven’t seen it in YEARS! but I’ll never forget it…..peace. :)
Never got to see Larry wrestle ,but knew about him. Seen him at the www.sctimes.com/story/life/2015/06/04/shopping-mall-sits-old-home-rox/28464171/ (minor league St Cloud MN) about 60 plus yrs ago when i was a kid. The Axe looked so big and strong...i was in awe of him.
RIP Larry Hennig. Now, there's a perfect reunion in Heaven.
Today is March 28 2018 Curts 60 birthday he was the best period still can't believe he is gone the world hasn't been the same without Mr.Perfect in it
@Dynamite Kid NOBODY cares what you thimk
I grew up in mn. i seen larry the ax. his son wrestle alot. one time i went to a small bar in lorreto mn. had a beer. sitting next to me was larry Henning. i told him he and his son were both great wrestlers. he said thank u very much. he was a great guy. thank u
Came back hearing about Larry's passing. Now him and his son can be a tag team once again.
Sir...you are the father of the greatest wrestling personality to have performed. He honoured your career with his. Good health to you Mr Hennig.
Much respect for this wrestling family. I met grandson Curtis Axel (Joe) at Omni Fitness center in Cleveland a few years ago and he was a very respectful young man. Talked about Curt and Scott Hall in the AWA Days and he was happy to talk about it!
Was a little kid back then , eating saltines and watchng rasslin with my now gone brother , after rasslin go in bedroom and rassle ! , jump off da bed on my brother and makes a big noise and mom says WHAT YOU GUYS DOING IN THERE ? NOTHING ! THEN BROTHER HIT ME ON BACK AND I HIT DA WALL ! AGAIN WHAT YOU GUYS DOING IN THERE.? NOTHING ! 😀😀 Iam 70 yrs old now and this video brings back memories 😀😀
Pretty Boy Larry Hennig...I remember him teaming with Harley Race early on in the AWA.....Unbeatable...
Hennig and Race vs Dick the Bruiser and Crusher was absolute classic matches. Standing room from coast to coast.
The Ax! Loved watching him in the Awa with Raschke, Bruiser,Crusher, Bockwinkel & Stevens and so many more. Thanks for some great memories!
man these interviews with the old timers are great!
A true legend and someone who paid his dues in triplicate!
What a kind man. Seems so thankful for what he has had
devon's killing all the other shoot interviewers. good job. and hats off to him for making them available on here. he's shooting them out left and right, pun intended. ;-)
25 grandkids !! that is AWESOME Safe bet we should see some more Hennigs in the squared circle- at some point-- they definitely have the pedigree-
he aged great hes like 75 but looks60 still wouldnt want to mess with him
81!
@@algiee30 wow damm
He's beaten up a lot of people over the years
Mr. Perfect was perfect. Great interview.
Great interview, talking about how quick his match with Roddy was, and the Road Warriors couldn't beat him and couldn't catch Curt - still in kayfabe mode I guess!!! These are all great interviews Devon - so much better having video compared to an audio only. Keep it up to keep memories of all these past greats!
Man do I still wish Curt Hennig was here.
Thanks for that clarification on Amy Hennig I always wondered what happened to her.
R.i.p. the ax.
The Ax is amazing. His son was one of my favs as well.
RIP Larry "The Axe" Hennig.
Always like listening to the greats but especially to Larry Hennig. He is, was, and always be one of the best wrestlers of all time.
HENNIG, NOT Henning.
@@Danimal77 Thanks for the correction asshat.
Rip Ax. You were awesome.
Wow he outlived his son
That happens a lot in wrestling unfortunately.
Stu Hart and Fritz Von Erich outlived some of their sons. In Fritz’s case, he outlived all of that except Kevin. That should never be the case with people. No parent should have to bury their own kid.
Old School Personified...."The Axe" has so much knowledge and wisdom from his career! His Stories belong in a book to be sure.
The Ax is right up there with the toughest wrestlers of all time. He and Race were damn near unbeatable as a team.
"He owns the ferris wheel and all the seats."
Perfect was a AMAZING wrestler :0(
the Ax is still sharp
That's awesome-- he and Kurt were with Ventura when he found out he won the Governor election-- Minnasotans- I'd always heard he and Verne -were not chum chummy-- & I'd seen the AWA- documentary where Greg Gagne talks about how indeed they had discussed a buyout- 15 million bucks for the AWA in what 1983 !! That's what an ego does to you folks-- & in the end Verne even had to sell lake minnitonka - hind sight is 20/20--
i will always remember how the ringside tv commentator on AWA wrestling described him every week " big enough to go bear hunting with a switch
So that’s the father and trainer of one of the best to ever step into the ring.
If his son’s talent is anything to go by, then he must’ve been a fucking master in the ring.
Curt was one of the best ever. There is not much of an argument on that one.
He still looked like he wasn't to be messed with in the last few years of his life
One of my favorite AWA matches of all time was Curt Henning vs Nick Bockwinkel at Super Clash II!
HENNIG, NOT Henning.
From a personality aspect, he seems so serious and conservstive where as Curt was a prankster. Everyone knows that Curt and Shawn Michaels are arguably the two best wrestlers. Very sad that his son only made it to 44. I'm sure he holds his emotions back. It must kill him. Luckily Larry has 25 ? Grandkids... and Curtis Axel to divert his attention. When i think of guys like Hennig and Rude, its very sad. Wrestling is a demanding sport and guys do things that they shouldn't. Nobody is perfect; no pun intended. To lose a son who had such life to him....thats a killer. The Axe handles it with class
Shawn Michaels? Not Bret Hart?
@@synthonaplinth5980 exactLy
I watched you and your Son and I really enjoyed you both. I'm very sorry about Curt. I wish your Grandson much success, he comes from great stock!
Piper was a 15 year old kid that had never wrestled before,Piper's legend and career greatly succeeded hennigs too.
I remember a WCW Nitro show (I believe that's what it was) and I wanna say it was in Minnesota, because Curt had a match with whoever, BUT, Larry The Ax was there and I think Heenan pointed it out prior to Curt's match...Anyway, Curt got whoever he was wrestling on the floor and got him by his dad, and The Ax just gives a couple good punches in and looks up at the camera basically doing what a wrestler -sorry, HEEL-would do after whaling on someone really good with punches, by gloating to the cameraman for everyone to see, and the audience was going nuts over it, whooping it up, slapping him on the back, Curt raises his dad's arm and gives him a hug....awww man, I'm telling you, it was definitely one of those father/son moments, you could easily tell! He was so proud of Curt, and you KNEW Curt felt the same pride as well❗❗
Karl E Paul he ric k rude n Curt Henning greetings him at ringside n he put his arms around them yeahhh
One big tough guy. Hart Perfect were some of the best matches ever. Verne was a fool in the end. Agreed about Curt.
I am specially sad at these days cuz my father passed away on december 6th, 2018. I was 12.
The "AXE" is still in the house!
That thumbnail is the first where Hannibal isn't dwarfing the guest.
You can still see the sadness over curt 😢😢
I wish I could find the Roadies' promo after that match where they busted Curt's head, while it was stuck in the ropes. Got to see it one time and Hawk was like, "Why is Larry Hennig so mad about this? You'd think we busted him up." It wasn't exactly that but it was a good promo, for what I remember.
“So What’s Larry Hennig so hot about? Just because we beat the living hell out of his son. Just because he was gushing blood everywhere to be seen. What are you so hot about? Well you just keep hot. Because your gonna need that temper. For us in New York…..The Meadowlands. You gonna need every advantage you can get, but it still won’t make any difference. The people in New York know it too. Aint nobody ever IN THE STINKING WORLD gonna beat us tell him animal…..”
After they retained the AWA World Tag Team Title Vs the Hennigs. Animals says “ Those two are worse then Verne and Greg Gagne they’re never getting another shot at us. Paul Ellering say “ Winning is not everything it’s the only thing Hawk then grabs the mike and says. “ We still got the belts. You don’t like it? WE DON’T CARE!”
I swear it’s all from memory haven’t seen it in YEARS! but I’ll never forget it…..peace. :)
He kinda looks like the old man from the movie theater in the movie Last Action Hero
Now that's a 'perfect' interview!!!!!
Thank You Devon
greatest legend ever
great interview
Never got to see Larry wrestle ,but knew about him. Seen him at the www.sctimes.com/story/life/2015/06/04/shopping-mall-sits-old-home-rox/28464171/ (minor league St Cloud MN) about 60 plus yrs ago when i was a kid. The Axe looked so big and strong...i was in awe of him.
One tough hombre
More of the axe please
Class act!
Bless him for his loss.
he looks younger than flair
Rip. To. All
1:00... is that Wade Keller in the back?
R.I.P Curt
Numbering your grand kids... hahaha nice
so vince just walked into a territory and took it.
Perfect v bret '91
Wrestlers seem to be Canadian, minnesota yankeees or Texans....wtf
You have some from Florida like Hulk Hogan, Mike Graham, Steve Kern, Dick Slater,
Curtis Axel actually looks more like him than Mr. Perfect huh