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Wrestling Star Joe Doering Dies After Brain Cancer Battle

6/28/2026

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Joe Doering Passes

Joe Doering, 44, died on Friday after a prolonged battle with brain cancer.
He entered hospice care earlier that week when doctors found a third brain tumor.
Doering held two Triple Crown Heavyweight titles and four World Tag Team titles in All Japan Pro Wrestling, plus two Impact World Tag Team titles in TNA.
Wrestlers and promotions across the industry posted tributes on social media following his death.

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Mandy Banh Fundraises

Mandy Banh launched a GoFundMe campaign in November 2025 to cover Joe Doering’s medical costs.
Doering’s chemotherapy ended in May 2025 and he entered hospice care on June 23 2026.
The fundraiser appealed for fan help with daily needs, including wheelchair assistance.
Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling issued a tribute highlighting Doering’s enduring influence on friends and fans.

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Joe Doering Tribute

Josh Alexander said Doering’s July 1, 2022 match was his final bout, unaware of cancer.
He noted Doering performed moves such as an angle slam off the apron and a superplex despite illness, praising his determination to finish a PPV title match in pain.
Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling, led by Scott D’Amore, issued a notice highlighting Doering’s influence, mentorship, and confirming he is survived by wife Lindsay, family, friends and fans.

History

Historical Context

The fatal fall of Owen Hart on May 23 1999 at the WWF’s Over the Edge event sparked intense criticism of the promotion’s safety practices. After a year-and-a-half lawsuit, the company settled for $18 million on November 2 2000, funds that Martha Hart used to launch the Owen Hart Foundation, a charity that supports at-risk communities.

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Joe Doering Passes

Joe Doering, 44, died on Friday after a prolonged battle with brain cancer.
He entered hospice care earlier that week when doctors found a third brain tumor.
Doering held two Triple Crown Heavyweight titles and four World Tag Team titles in All Japan Pro Wrestling, plus two Impact World Tag Team titles in TNA.
Wrestlers and promotions across the industry posted tributes on social media following his death.

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