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Wrestling Legend Paul LeDuc Dies at 89
31 Aug
Summary
- Paul LeDuc, a Canadian wrestling icon, died at age 89.
- He was best known as one half of the influential LeDuc Brothers tag team.
- LeDuc also founded his own wrestling promotion, The FLQ, in 2000.
Paul LeDuc, a prominent figure in Canadian professional wrestling and promoter, has died at the age of 89. His passing was confirmed on August 30, 2026. LeDuc embarked on his wrestling journey as a teenager in 1957, quickly becoming a notable name.
He formed a celebrated tag team, the LeDuc Brothers, with his close friend Michel Pigeon, who performed as Jos LeDuc. Despite not being real brothers, their on-screen partnership achieved significant success in promotions across Quebec and Florida.
Beyond his in-ring career, LeDuc transitioned into promoting. In 2000, he established his own wrestling promotion, The FLQ, which remained active for over two decades. His career, which started in the 1950s, continued through occasional matches until 2008, and he remained connected to the wrestling scene in Quebec.
LeDuc's impact extended to his family, with his son Carl also pursuing a career in professional wrestling. Paul LeDuc's enduring legacy is cemented by his decades-long dedication to the sport as a competitor, promoter, and mentor.
