THE 2005 CAC HONOREES

It's our 40th reunion, and in keeping with the scope of this event some of the most recognizable figures in the history of wrestling are getting the nod for their contributions to the industry.

TERRY FUNK
IRON MIKE MAZURKI AWARD
The former NWA World Heavyweight champion is one of the undeniable greats of the professional wrestling business, who has excelled in many aspects of entertainment.
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PAUL CHRISTY & BUNNY LOVE
The first-ever husband and wife team to be honored by the CAC... and with good reason. Christy was an outstanding all-around performer, and Love his sassy and feisty counterpart.
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JACK BRISCO
LOU THESZ AWARD
Oklahoma legend who followed his NCAA amateur titles with two NWA World Heavyweight title runs, and became one of the premier figures in the history of the mat game.
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"THE BIG CAT" ERNIE LADD
The giant of the gridiron who became a pillar of the industry. Few were bigger, few were meaner, and few were ever as successful.
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LES THATCHER
ART ABRAMS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
A man who has truly done everything in the wrestling business. A pioneer and an innovator who continues to represent the very best the sport has to offer.
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"SODBUSTER" KENNY JAY
When you think of the wrestlers who made the stars look like stars, this carpenter of the squared circle stands at the top of countless lists. 
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SIR OLIVER HUMPERDINK
The flamboyant and quick-witted character who is simply one of the best managers of the past 30 years.
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