Wrestling legend Dennis ‘Loverboy’ Condrey, a cornerstone of tag team excellence as one half of The Midnight Express, has passed away at age 74. The news has sparked an outpouring of tributes across the wrestling community, honoring his pioneering contributions.
Early Tributes from AEW Star Dax Harwood
Dax Harwood, an AEW standout and former WWE competitor, leads the remembrances. He shared videos of Condrey’s recent appearances alongside himself and WWE Champion CM Punk in AEW and ROH segments. Harwood described Condrey as a “true pioneer of wrestling.”
GoFundMe Launched for Funeral Costs
Harwood established a GoFundMe campaign to assist Condrey’s wife, Theresa, with funeral expenses and other financial needs. The page highlights: “Dennis Condrey is one half of the greatest tag team of all time, The Midnight Express. For years they brought excitement and entertainment to millions of people. However, as great as he was in the ring, it doesn’t hold a candle to the human being he was.”
It continues: “A sweet, God-fearing man who LOVED his wife Theresa. With her permission, I’ve opened this Go Fund me to help with funeral expenses and bills that she now has to take on her own. She didn’t ask for this. I asked, in his honour, could I do this for him. She allowed me to do this for Dennis & her, but is expecting absolutely nothing but love in return.”
Harwood urges: “If Dennis Condrey and the Midnight Express ever brought any amount of joy to your life, and you’re able to help, please do. If not, it’s absolutely ok! Please send all your thoughts and prayers to Theresa Condrey in her time of need. God speed, “Loverboy” Dennis Condrey.”
The Legacy of The Midnight Express
Condrey teamed with Bobby Eaton under manager Jim Cornette to form one of wrestling’s most iconic tag teams. The group evolved over time, featuring WWE alumni like Bob Holly (Hardcore Holly), The Honky Tonk Man, and Bart Gunn. Notable managers included Jimmy Hart and WWE’s Paul Heyman.
Jim Cornette, original manager, has yet to issue a personal statement but has amplified fan tributes online. The cause of Condrey’s death remains undisclosed.
Career Milestones
Condrey retired from in-ring action in 1990, made a brief Midnight Express reunion in 2004, and later served as a trainer in WWE’s developmental system until 2011.
