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Former WWWF star Johnny De Fazio has passed away at the age of 80.
The news was first reported by Allegheny-Fayette Central Labor Council President Darrin Kelly.
Statement from ACLC President @Darrinkellypgh:
“We are sad to learn that John DeFazio has passed away. John was a dedicated public servant, a union leader & a Vice President of our Labor Council, & a lifelong champion for working families in western Pennsylvania… (1/2) pic.twitter.com/vdiyWFu9aG
— Allegheny-Fayette County Labor Council (@AlleghenyLabor) February 26, 2021
De Fazio was active in the United Steelworkers of America union, as well as an Allegheny County councilman from 1999 until 2019
During his time with the WWWF (now WWE), De Fazio held the WWWF International Tag Team Championship with Geeto Mongol , and was a four-time WWWF Junior Heavyweight Champion.