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What is Kevin Von Erich’s ring name derived from?

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  • His father's name

  • His favorite superhero

  • His real name

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Kevin Von Erich’s ring name is derived from his real name. His real name is Kenneth Wayne Adkisson. He adopted the name Kevin Von Erich when he started wrestling in 1975. The name Von Erich was inspired by his German heritage. The name Erich is a common German surname. The name Von Erich was also inspired by his father, Fritz Von Erich, who was a famous professional wrestler.
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