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WWE Hall of Famer Howard Finkel Dead at 69

Howard Finkel -- one of the most famous announcers in the history of pro wrestling -- has died, WWE confirms. He was 69.

Details surrounding his death are unclear at the moment.

"The Fink" (as he was lovingly called) had been ring announcing since 1977 -- when he was hired by Vince McMahon Sr. for the WWE's predecessor, WWWF

He became a full-time staffer in 1979 and went on to become WWE's longest-serving employee.

Besides that famous voice, Fink was involved in a bunch of WWE storylines over the years involving superstars like Mr. Perfect, The Million Dollar Man, CM Punk and more.