"The Magnificent"
GENE DUBUQUE
Eugene Earl DuBuque
Height
5'11" (180 cm)
Weight
205 lbs (93 kg)
Born
December 11, 1927
Died
March 13, 1974
Age
46 years (at death)
Gender
Male
Birthplace
New York City, New York, United States
Nationality
American
WWE Debut
January 24, 1953
Retired
September 18, 1953
Biography
Gene DuBuque, often performing as Magnificent Maurice, was a prominent fixture in the WWWF during the 1960s. He is best remembered for his successful tag team partnership with "Handsome" Johnny Barend, frequently managed by Bobby Davis. During his tenure, he challenged Bruno Sammartino for the WWWF World Heavyweight Championship and feuded with legends like Bobo Brazil and Pedro Morales. After a hiatus, he made a final return to the promotion in 1971 before pursuing a career in acting.