Known as a founding member of The Four Horsemen, Ole’s tough-as-nails approach and rugged demeanor were instrumental in shaping the group into one of the most renowned stables in the history of sports-entertainment.
Trained under the tutelage of WWE Hall of Famer Verne Gagne, Anderson enjoyed a prolific career as a highly decorated tag team wrestler, notably alongside Arn Anderson in The Minnesota Wrecking Crew.
Their partnership later evolved as they joined forces with Ric Flair, Tully Blanchard, and manager J.J. Dillon to form the legendary stable known as The Four Horsemen.
Throughout their illustrious tenure, The Four Horsemen engaged in memorable rivalries with the likes of Dusty Rhodes, The Rock ‘N Roll Express, The Road Warriors, and countless others, setting a standard of excellence, charisma, and accomplishment that has left an indelible mark on the industry.
I Am Forever Thankful To Ole And Gene For Bringing Me In To Crockett Promotions As A Cousin. It Launched My Career. I Will Be Grateful Forever For You Giving Me The Opportunity To Become Who I Am Today. We Didn’t Always Agree With Each Other, But The Honest To God Truth Is You &… pic.twitter.com/bYinfeWhKp
— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) February 26, 2024
Barnorama extends heartfelt condolences to Anderson’s loved ones, colleagues, and admirers during this difficult time.