Heath McCoy explained

Heath McCoy is a Canadian sports journalist and author,[1] [2] best known for his work on professional wrestling, having written two acclaimed books about Canadian professional wrestling.[3] [4]

Career

McCoy has written two non-fiction historical books about professional wrestling in Canada, the first being in 2005 which is about the iconic Stampede Wrestling promotion and territory, and the second being 2008's about wrestler Chris Benoit and his double-murder and suicide. Both books were considered for the Wrestling Observer Newsletter award for Best Pro Wrestling Book.[5] McCoy was lauded for his expert research for the book Pain and Passion.[6]

Outside of his writing McCoy has also appeared in media several times, often being interviewed for his deep knowledge on wrestling. He appeared on the Chris Benoit Memorial Show[7] and in the documentary film .[8]

Personal life

McCoy was married to fellow journalist Tamara Gignac who died in 2015 of cancer.[9] [10] [11] They have one daughter, Bronwyn, and one son, Finn.[11] [12]

Works

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Saddle up with new Stampede book: Heath McCoy brings memories of the Calgary promotion to life . McNamara . Andy . . . October 31, 2005 . 2017-02-15.
  2. Web site: Author of Stampede Wrestling book covers Martha Hart's lawsuit for The Vancouver Sun, Jim Ross comments on the suit, and more . . Bixenspan . David . June 23, 2010 . 2017-02-15.
  3. Web site: Shining a Spotlight on Stampede and the Harts . . Michael . Weyer . October 25, 2007 . 2019-05-11.
  4. Web site: Looking At The New Books Scheduled For Release This Month: Batista, Bret Hart, Stampede Wrestling, Chris Jericho And More . . Johnson . Mike . October 1, 2007 . 2019-05-11.
  5. Web site: The 2008 WON Awards . December 2, 2008. Staff . . 2019-05-11.
  6. Web site: Eric and My Throat . December 21, 2006 . . . 2019-05-11.
  7. Web site: Recap of E! Canada Chris Benoit Special, Which Aired Without an Ending. September 3, 2008 . Lebow, Adam . . 2017-08-20.
  8. Web site: "Survival of the Hitman" documentary answers the "why?" on Bret Hart's return after 12 years . March 23, 2010 . James Caldwell. . 2019-05-11.
  9. Web site: Heath McCoy discusses his experience watching wife battle cancer . . Staff . September 14, 2015 . 2019-05-11.
  10. Web site: Calgary Herald reporter Tamara Gignac and husband Heath McCoy were the reason hundreds gathered for the Team Tamara Fundraiser. . . Brooks, Bill. September 3, 2015 . 2019-05-11.
  11. Web site: Beloved mom, wife and Herald reporter passes away . . Staff . May 31, 2015 . 2019-05-11.
  12. Web site: Tamara Gignac and her husband Heath McCoy celebrate their daughter Bronwyn's 7th birthday. . . Staff . October 13, 2014 . 2019-05-11.

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