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Joe Doering dies at 44 after third brain tumor diagnosis

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 10:26 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Joe Doering dies at 44 after third brain tumor diagnosis
Summary

Joe Doering, a former pro wrestling champion, passed away at the age of 44 on June 26 due to complications from brain cancer, as announced by his family and Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA). He had been battling brain cancer for nearly a decade and was recently hospitalized after a third tumor was discovered. Doering's health declined in recent months, leading to hospice care shortly before his death. Renowned for his time in TNA and a title reign as AJPW Triple Crown Heavyweight Champion, Doering began wrestling in 2004. Following his passing, tributes have poured in from fellow wrestlers, including Adam Pearce.

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  • •Joe Doering died on June 26 after complications from brain cancer.
  • •He had been diagnosed with a third brain tumor earlier this year.
  • •Doering was known for his time in TNA and AJPW.
  • •He began his wrestling career in 2004 and held a championship title.
  • •Tributes from the wrestling community have followed his passing.
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  • 10:26 PMYahoo Sports — Joe Doering, Former Pro Wrestling Champion, Dies at 44 After Being Diagnosed with 3rd Brain Tumor
What they're saying
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“A commanding in-ring performer and a wonderful person, he will never be forgotten,” Total Nonstop Action Wrestling said of Doering

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