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Blackjack Lanza (John Mortl Lanzo) was born on 14 October, 1935 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S., is an American professional wrestler (1935–2021). Discover Blackjack Lanza's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 86 years old?

Popular As John Mortl Lanzo
Occupation N/A
Age 86 years old
Zodiac Sign Libra
Born 14 October, 1935
Birthday 14 October
Birthplace Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
Date of death 8 December, 2021
Died Place N/A
Nationality United States

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Blackjack Lanza Height, Weight & Measurements

At 86 years old, Blackjack Lanza height is 6 ft 5 in and Weight 253 lbs.

Physical Status
Height 6 ft 5 in
Weight 253 lbs
Body Measurements Not Available
Eye Color Not Available
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Who Is Blackjack Lanza's Wife?

His wife is Barbara Kalil (m. 1957)

Family
Parents Not Available
Wife Barbara Kalil (m. 1957)
Sibling Not Available
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Blackjack Lanza Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Blackjack Lanza worth at the age of 86 years old? Blackjack Lanza’s income source is mostly from being a successful professional. He is from United States. We have estimated Blackjack Lanza's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
Salary in 2023 Under Review
House Not Available
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Source of Income professional

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1935

John Mortl Lanzo (October 14, 1935 – December 8, 2021) was an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, Blackjack Lanza.

Along with his long-term tag team partner, Blackjack Mulligan, Lanza was one-half of The Blackjacks: "black cowboy hat-wearing, cowboy boot-stomping, rugged hombres who drew money wherever they went".

Lanza was born on October 14, 1935, to William Lanza and Louise Mortl, and attended the University of Minnesota and worked as a sociology teacher.

1960

From the 1960s to 1980s, Lanza wrestled for promotions such as the American Wrestling Association, World Wrestling Association, and the World Wide Wrestling Federation, winning the AWA World Tag Team Championship, WWA World Tag Team Championship, and WWWF World Tag Team Championship alongside Mulligan.

He is a member of the WWE Hall of Fame and the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame.

1961

Lanza, from Minneapolis, Minnesota, was trained by local promoter Verne Gagne and started his wrestling career in 1961.

He wrestled a few matches for NWA Mid-America in Birmingham, Alabama, under the name "Joe Lanza".

1962

In 1962, he briefly held the NWA Southern Junior Heavyweight Championship.

Lanza had a sporadic wrestling career with the St. Louis Wrestling Club from 1962 to 1963 and again from 1966 to 1978.

In mid-1962, Lanza returned to Minnesota, where he joined Gagne's American Wrestling Association as Jack Lanza.

He teamed with Bobby Duncum and was managed by Bobby Heenan.

During his time in the company, his gimmick was that of a Western cowboy.

1963

In 1963, Lanza joined the Charlotte, North Carolina-based Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling promotion, wrestling as "Jack Lanza".

He left the promotion the following year.

1967

Lanza wrestled for the Indianapolis, Indiana-based World Wrestling Association from 1967 to 1972.

Accompanied by Bobby Heenan, he defeated Wilbur Snyder for the WWA World Heavyweight Championship in September 1967.

1969

In February 1969, he had a 60-minute draw against former NWA World Heavyweight Champion Gene Kiniski, solidifying his status as an "instant contender."

His reign lasted until August 1969, when he was defeated by Dick the Bruiser.

1970

In the 1970s, Lanza and Mulligan teamed up to form The Blackjacks.

Lanza was a main-eventer when the duo began teaming together.

They were managed by Bobby Heenan.

1971

In 1971, The Blackjacks began wrestling in the WWA.

In November 1971, they defeated Paul Christy and Wilbur Snyder for the WWA World Tag Team Championship.

1972

Their reign lasted until September 1972, when they lost to The Crusher and Dick the Bruiser.

1973

Lanza debuted in the World Wide Wrestling Federation in mid-1973 as "Blackjack Lanza".

His regular opponents included André the Giant, Chief Jay Strongbow, and Dean Ho.

He left the promotion in December 1973.

1974

In January 1974, The Blackjacks joined the Dallas, Texas-based NWA Big Time Wrestling promotion.

Later that month, they were named the NWA American Tag Team Champions.

Their reign lasted until July 1974, when they were defeated by Ken Patera and Tex McKenzie.

In December 1974, he won the vacant NWA American Heavyweight Championship.

He lost the championship to Fritz Von Erich later that month.

1975

In 1975, they joined the WWWF.

On August 26, 1975, The Blackjacks defeated Dominic DeNucci and Pat Barrett for the WWWF World Tag Team Championship.

The match was a two-out-of-three falls match, and the Blackjacks won the match by winning the first and third falls.

As part of his tenure in WWWF, Vince McMahon Sr. promised Lanza that he would receive one World singles title shot a month.

1976

The duo won the AWA World Tag Team Championship on July 23, 1976.

1979

In 1979, Lanza wrestled for Georgia Championship Wrestling.

He defeated Bob Armstrong for the NWA Georgia Television Championship in April, holding the championship until August 1979, when he was defeated by Ray Candy.

1983

After Georgia Championship Wrestling, Lanza was inactive from wrestling until 1983.