“Silent” Brian Mackney Passes Away at 77
Canadian enhancement wrestler Brian Mackney, known as “Silent” due to his deafness, has died at the age of 77. His hearing impairment became his signature trait, earning him recognition and respect in the wrestling world.
Legacy in Wrestling
Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling announced his passing, remembering Mackney as a legend and a beloved figure in Toronto’s wrestling scene during the 1970s and 1980s. He earned fans' admiration not only locally but also internationally.
MAPLE LEAF PRO is saddened to hear of the passing today of “Silent” Brian Mackney, a Maple Leaf Wrestling alumni and legend in Toronto.
Mackney competed in Japan with both New Japan Pro Wrestling and All-Japan Pro Wrestling and worked across various NWA territories, including Mid-Atlantic. After WWF took over Toronto, he continued to work for Vince McMahon for several years.
Overcoming Challenges
Despite being deaf, Brian Mackney defied expectations and excelled in his career, showing that his condition did not limit his achievements.
Remarkably, Brian Mackney accomplished all of this as a deaf person, showing that his hearing impairment would not slow him down – he rose above it all and accomplished what many do not.
Final Tributes
Mackney attended a Maple Leaf Wrestling event in May at the former Maple Leaf Gardens, a moment that highlighted his important place in the sport’s history. The organization extended their condolences to his family, friends, and fans.
We send our deepest condelences to the family, friends, and fans of the Silent Warrior during this time.
Career Beginnings
Born on September 10, 1948, in Hamilton, Mackney started his wrestling career in 1971 after being trained by The Love Brothers, Hartford (Wes Hutchings) and Reginald (Johnny Evans).
Summary: Brian Mackney, a deaf wrestler known as “Silent,” overcame his disability to become a respected international competitor and a cherished legend in Toronto’s wrestling community.