Kerry Adkisson

Nascimento : 1960-02-03, Niagara Falls, New York, USA

Morte : 1993-02-18

História

Kerry Gene Adkisson was an American professional wrestler under the ring names Kerry Von Erich, The Modern-Day Warrior, and The Texas Tornado and was part of the Von Erich family of professional wrestlers. He is best known for his time with his father's promotion World Class Championship Wrestling (WCCW), where he spent eleven years of his career, and his time in WWE. Adkisson held forty championships in various promotions during his career. Among other accolades, he was a five-time world champion: a four-time WCWA World Heavyweight Champion and one-time NWA World Heavyweight Champion, and a one-time WWF Intercontinental Champion.

Filmes

The Iron Claw
In Memory Of
A história da ascensão e queda da família Von Erich, uma dinastia de lutadores que teve um enorme impacto no desporto desde os anos 60 até aos dias de hoje.
It's Good To Be The King: The Jerry Lawler Story
Himself
You hear his voice calling the action every week on WWE's flagship show, Monday Night Raw, but there is more to being king other than having the best seat in the house! In this regal new documentary, Jerry "The King" Lawler shares the amazing story of his rise to royalty. Follow the WWE Hall of Famer from his early days to his championship-laden career in the ring, his incomparable reign at the broadcast table and a king-sized list of accolades along the way. Friends and peers also join The King for this revealing look inside the life of this enduring and revered figure in sports entertainment.
WWE: 150 Best Pay-Per-View Matches, Vol 1
Texas Tornado
Volume 1 of the 150 best PPV matches in WWE history.
WWE: Allied Powers - The World's Greatest Tag Teams
Kerry Von Erich
Throughout the decades, fans of sports entertainment have long enjoyed the controlled chaos of tag-team wrestling. Many future Hall of Fame performers started as part of a popular duo, such as Shawn Michaels (the Rockers), Bret “Hit Man” Hart (Hart Foundation). Now, for the first time on DVD, fans can enjoy the greatest tag teams in sports entertainment history in Allied Powers: The World’s Greatest Tag Teams. Hosted by The Miz and John Morrison who are the current World Tag Team champions and the longest-running WWE Tag Team Champions in recent history. They bring their own brand of humor to this 3-DVD set that hits the biggest and the best duos throughout the annals of sports entertainment.
WWE: Nature Boy Ric Flair - The Definitive Collection
Himself
This is a tremendous documentary recounting a tremendous career. Starting with Flair's original entry into wrestling, the plane crash that nearly ended his career and his eventual rise to being NWA's Travelling Champion.
WWE: The Triumph and Tragedy of World Class Championship Wrestling
Self
Documentary that chronicles the story of the Von Erich family, siblings and wrestlers who attained the heights of championship glory but who also struggled with despair, tragedy and suicide.
Heroes of World Class
Kerry Von Erich
In 1983 World Class Championship Wrestling and its franchise stars, the Von Erich brothers, were known around the world. A small Dallas based promotion running out of a shack of a venue, the Sportatorium, World Class was one of the most syndicated television programs in America, making the Von Erichs household names. Run by legendary wrestler Fritz Von Erich, a.k.a. Jack Adkinsson, World Class made his oldest sons, Kevin, David and Kerry, three of hte biggest stars in the world of wrestling. Little did anyone know that just as the Von Erichs and World Class were reaching worldwide stardom they would begin a downfall that would cast a full eclipse on their meteoric rise to fame. Directed by Brian Harrison who, as a ten year old in 1983, watched on television as wrestling's world of staged combat between good and evil took a sharp turn into a surreal and tragic reality.
WWF Bashed in the USA
The Texas Tornado
While Mr. Perfect goes on search for the 'perfect' stamp, enjoy some exciting matches filmed exclusively for the WWE Universe, including Virgil challenging Shawn Michaels for the WWE Intercontinental Championship, The Undertaker going one-on-one with Yokozuna, and more. Plus, witness an exciting 40-Man Battle Royale!
ECW/WWA Battle of The Belts
Kerry Von Erich
Eastern Championship Wrestling and The World Wrestling Alliance collide in an event of epic proportions featuring the hottest pro wrestling stars of today!
WWE World Tour 1992
The Texas Tornado
Join "Lord" Alfred Hayes in London, England, for an exciting look at some incredible matches. From High Energy taking on The Beverly Brothers to Shawn Michaels going one-on-one with "The Macho Man" Randy Savage in a rarely seen encounter, WWE's World Tour 1992 boasts an extraordinary lineup of in-ring action.
WWE Crunch Classic
"The Texas Tornado" Kerry Von Erich
Join "Rowdy" Roddy Piper for a collection of incredible matches, as The Hot Rod hosts WWE's Crunch Classic. In this exclusive presentation, witness "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan & Sgt. Slaughter take on The Natural Disasters in a Tag Team Match, "The Model" Rick Martel facing off against "The Texas Tornado" Kerry Von Erich, and many more exciting in-ring battles!
WWE Royal Rumble 1992
The Texas Tornado
The 1992 WWE Royal Rumble was the fifth annual Royal Rumble. It took place on January 19, 1992 at The Knickerbocker Arena in Albany, New York. The main event, as in past Royal Rumble events, was the event's namesake match. The 1992 Royal Rumble match was historic because for the first time in the history of WWE, the last man standing in the match would win the WWE Championship, which had been vacated in December 1991. The match was won by Ric Flair, who last eliminated Sid Justice to win the match and the WWE Championship. Featured matches on the undercard were The Natural Disasters vs. The Legion of Doom for the WWE World Tag Team Championship, The Beverly Brothers vs. The Bushwhackers & Roddy Piper versus The Mountie for the WWE Intercontinental Championship.
WWE Survivor Series 1991
The Texas Tornado
WWF Survivor Series 1991 is an American wrestling event within part of the World Wrestling Federation or (WWF). It took place on Thanksgiving Eve, November 27, 1991 at the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan.
WWE Rampage '91
The Texas Tornado
While "Mean" Gene Okerlund and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan invite Sean Mooney to join them for a game of golf, the WWE Universe is treated to a collection of exciting in-ring action with WWE Rampage '91. In this lineup of exclusive matches, witness The Undertaker, Mr. Perfect, The Rockers, and many more classic WWE Superstars in competition!
WWE Battle Royal at the Albert Hall
The Texas Tornado
Twenty man over the top rope Battle Royal featuring: The Barbarian, Big Boss Man, Jim Duggan, Earthquake, Ric Flair, Hercules, Marty Jannetty, Brian Knobbs, The Legion of Doom (Hawk and Animal), Shawn Michaels, The Mountie, The British Bulldog, Roddy Piper, Paul Roma, Jerry Sags, Tito Santana, Typhoon, The Undertaker, and Kerry Von Erich Legion of Doom vs Power & Glory The British Bulldog vs The Barbarian Texas Tornado vs The Mountie The Undertaker vs "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan Earthquake vs Big Boss Man Tito Santana vs Ric Flair The Nasty Boys vs The Rockers
WWE SummerSlam 1991
The Texas Tornado
WWE SummerSlam '91 was the fourth annual SummerSlam. It took place on August 26, 1991 at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York. it is remembered for the on-screen wedding of Randy Savage and Miss Elizabeth, dubbed "A Match Made in Heaven" by announcer Vince McMahon. This was contrasted with "A Match Made in Hell", which was a handicap tag team match between WWF Champion Hulk Hogan and The Ultimate Warrior against Sgt. Slaughter, General Adnan and Colonel Mustafa. Among the other on-screen highlights of the event was "The Legion of Doom" The Road Warriors defeating The Nasty Boys to win the WWE World Tag Team Championship. The team became the only tag team in wrestling history to have held the WWE World Tag Team Championship, the NWA World Tag Team Championship, and the AWA World Tag Team Championship. Another highlight was Bret "The Hitman" Hart going for his first singles championship in WWE when he faced Mr. Perfect for the WWE Intercontinental Championship.
WWE SummerSlam Spectacular '91
The Texas Tornado
The Superstars of WWE get ready for The Match Made in Heaven/The Match Made in Hell with some red-hot in-ring action!
WWE WrestleFest '91
The Texas Tornado
Macho Man Randy Savage hosts this explosive WWE extravaganza...his first Coliseum assignment since his retirement!
WWE SuperTape vol. 4
The Texas Tornado
WWE U.K. Rampage 1991
The Texas Tornado
The superstars of The World Wrestling Federation make their annual trek across the pond for WWE U.K. Rampage '91 from London, England!
WWE WrestleMania VII
"The Texas Tornado" Kerry Von Erich
WrestleMania VII was the seventh annual WrestleMania professional wrestling pay-per-view event produced by the World Wrestling Federation . It took place on March 24, 1991 at the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena in Los Angeles, California. The main event saw Hulk Hogan defeat Sgt. Slaughter for the WWE Championship as part of a controversial storyline in which Sgt. Slaughter portrayed an Iraqi sympathizer during the United States' involvement in the Gulf War. Significant events in the undercard included The Undertaker's WrestleMania debut and the beginning of his renowned winning streak, as well as the final match of the original Hart Foundation, after which Bret "Hitman" Hart became primarily a singles wrestler.
WWE SuperTape vol. 3
The Texas Tornado
Take flight with Sean Mooney and "Lord" Alfred Hayes on a journey through some exciting in-ring action. From The Ultimate Warrior teaming with The Legion of Doom to take on Demolition in a Six-Man Tag Team Match to Jake "The Snake" Roberts going one-on-one with Mr. Perfect, this exclusive presentation boasts some unforgettable battles.
WWE Royal Rumble 1991
The Texas Tornado
The 1991 WWE Royal Rumble was the third annual Royal Rumble professional wrestling pay-per-view event produced by the World Wrestling Federation, and fourth overall. It took place on January 19, 1991 at The Miami Arena in Miami, Florida. The main event was the 1991 Royal Rumble match. Featured matches on the undercard were The Ultimate Warrior versus Sgt. Slaughter for the WWE Championship, "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase & Virgil versus "The Common Man" Dusty Rhodes & Dustin Rhodes and The Mountie versus "The Birdman" Koko B. Ware.
WWE Survivor Series 1990
The Texas Tornado
Survivor Series (1990) was the fourth annual Survivor Series pay-per-view professional wrestling event produced by the World Wrestling Federation (WWF). It took place on Thanksgiving Day, November 22, 1990 at the Hartford Civic Center in Hartford, Connecticut. This Survivor Series saw the on-screen WWF debut of The Undertaker, who went on to become WWF Champion at the next Survivor Series one year later, and the debut of the Gobbledy Gooker. In addition, Sgt. Slaughter — who was then using an Iraqi sympathizer heel gimmick — delivered a promo where he insulted servicemen stationed in Iraq for Thanksgiving during Operation Desert Shield. Randy Savage, as the "Macho King", was interviewed by "Mean" Gene Okerlund, and issued a challenge to the Ultimate Warrior for the WWF Championship. Ravishing Rick Rude was replaced by Haku after being suspended by WWF President Jack Tunney for insulting the mother of the Big Boss Man.
WWE Survivor Series Showdown '90
"The Texas Tornado" Kerry Von Erich
The Superstars of The World Wrestling Federation battle it out in the lead up the the Thanksgiving night tradition, Survivor Series!
TWA Autumn Armageddon '90
"The Modern-Day Warrior" Kerry Von Erich
Terry Funk and Jerry Lawler renew a nearly ten-year rivalry in The City of Brotherly Love!
WWE SummerSlam 1990
The Texas Tornado
WWE SummerSlam '90 was the third annual SummerSlam professional wrestling pay-per-view produced by The World Wrestling Federation. It took place on August 27, 1990 at The Spectrum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card featured ten televised matches, including two main events. The pay-per-view also included three title matches.
WWE SummerSlam Fever
The Texas Tornado
The Summer heats up as the Superstars of WWE hit the ring for some rope-meltingly hot action in the lead up to WWE SummerSlam '90!
O Pestinha
Neo Nazi
Ben quer ter um filho, mas sua mulher Flo não pode engravidar. Um agente lhes apresenta um curioso e rebelde menino de sete anos que foi devolvido trinta vezes ao orfanato devido ao seu caráter incorrigível.
TWA Spring Spectacular
Kerry Von Erich
The Tri-State Wrestling Alliance bring you an incredible night of action with the biggest wrestling superstars!
AWA SuperClash III
Kerry Von Erich
The American Wrestling Association teams up with various other regional promotions to deliver the third SuperClash, live from Chicago on December 13, 1988.
WCCW Cotton Bowl Extravaganza '88
"The Modern-Day Warrior" Kerry Von Erich
The King and The Modern-Day Warrior collide with both The WCCW & AWA World Titles on the line!
AWA The Road to SuperClash III
Kerry Von Erich
A who’s who of WWE Hall of Famers, including Cactus Jack, Jeff Jarrett, Kerry Von Erich and more compete in this AWA spectacular.
WCCW Christmas Star Wars '87
Kerry Von Erich
The High Holidays bring high tension deep in the heart of Texas. Can The Von Erich's come out unscathed?
WCCW Cotton Bowl Extravaganza '87
Kerry Von Erich
Stadium show from deep in the heart of Texas
WCCW Cotton Bowl Extravaganza '86
Kerry Von Erich (Ringside)
The Eyes of Texas fall upon The Cotton Bowl in Dallas for the hottest action around!
WCCW Parade of Champions '86
Kerry Von Erich
World Class Championship Wrestling returns to Texas Stadium with some all-star action!
WCCW Christmas Star Wars '85
Kerry Von Erich
Testemunhe uma batalha brutal quando os Von Erichs colidem com os Freebirds.
WCCW Thanksgiving Star Wars 1985
Kerry Von Erich
WCCW hosts their Thanksgiving Day event from the Reunion Arena in Dallas, Texas.
WCCW Cotton Bowl Extravaganza '85
Kerry Von Erich
The Dynamic Duo of Gino Hernandez & Chris Adams square off with Kerry & Kevin Von Erich in a Hair vs. Hair Tag Team encounter.
AWA: SuperClash '85
Kerry Von Erich
SuperClash '85 – The Night of Champions was the first SuperClash professional wrestling supercard event promoted by the American Wrestling Association (AWA). It was billed as AWA's flagship supercard, their biggest event of the year. The event was held at Comiskey Park in Chicago, Illinois on September 28, 1985, only a few months after WrestleMania, which was promoted by the rival World Wrestling Federation (WWF) promotion. The show drew a paid attendance of 20,347, although it was announced as 25,000. SuperClash – Night of Champions was one of the co-promotional efforts by the AWA, National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) and World Class Championship Wrestling (WCCW) to compete with the WWF's increasing national presence and popularity. The jointly promoted venture was known as Pro Wrestling USA.
WCCW Parade of Champions '85
Kerry Von Erich
The second annual David Von Erich Memorial Parade of Champions held at Texas Stadium in Irving, Texas
WCCW Christmas Star Wars '84
Kerry Von Erich
Kerry Von Erich seeks revenge and The NWA World's Heavyweight Championship from "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair.
WCCW Thanksgiving Star Wars '84
Kerry Von Erich
Its turkey time in Texas with all the stars of World Class Championship Wrestling.
WCCW Cotton Bowl Extravaganza '84
Kerry Von Erich
The feud between Kevin Von Erich and Chris Adams gets personal when blood is shed.
WCCW Parade of Champions
Kerry Von Erich
The first annual David Von Erich Memorial Parade of Champions at Texas Stadium in Irving, Texas features David's brother Kerry Von Erich battling Ric Flair for The NWA World's Heavyweight Championship.
WCCW Christmas Star Wars '83
Kerry Von Erich
The most wonderful time of the year sees some intense action inside the squared circle in The Lone Star State.
WCCW Thanksgiving Star Wars '83
Kerry Von Erich
Kerry Von Erich and Michael Hayes clash in a steel cage in a loser leaves town match.
WCCW Star Wars (June 1983)
Kerry Von Erich
Kevin Von Erich tangles with NWA World's Heavyweight Champion Harley Race with the 'Ten Pounds of Gold' up for grabs!
WCCW Christmas Star Wars '82
Kerry Von Erich
Kerry Von Erich faces Ric Flair in a bloody Steel Cage Match with Michael "P.S" Hayes as referee with the NWA World's Heavyweight Championship hanging in the balance!
WCCW Star Wars (August 1982)
Kerry Von Erich
It's Kerry Von Erich vs. Ric Flair with the NWA World's Heavyweight Championship on the line in a grueling best 2 of 3 falls contest!
WCCW Fritz Von Erich Retirement Show
Kerry Von Erich
The Texas Legend rides off into the sunset. but tries to take down a mountain of a man in Big Daddy Bundy and take his Texas Championship before the sun sets.
WCCW Christmas Star Wars '81
Kerry Von Erich
Christmas Day bring the action and excitement of World Class Championship Wrestling comes in the form of season's beatings when the Von Erich boys ride into town.
WCCW Star Wars (February 1981)
Kerry Von Erich
Kerry Von Erich gets his shot at the NWA World's Heavyweight Championship. But to become a champion "The Modern-Day Warrior" will need to topple NWA kingpin Harley Race.