Having battled such larger-than-life opponents as Hulk Hogan, Tito Santana, Cactus Jack and Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat throughout the ’80s and ’90s,  Paul Orndorff earned the moniker “Mr. Wonderful” thanks to his bodybuilder physique and in-ring dominance. Best remembered for his time in the World Wrestling Federation during the ’80s, Orndorff spent much of his career in the Atlanta area, competing for Georgia Championship Wrestling in the early ’80s, then ending his career with World Championship Wrestling in 2000 (where he also went on to become a trainer).

A member of the WWE Hall of Fame, Orndorff has recently been battling an opponent of a different kind since being diagnosed with throat cancer and lymphoma. Still residing in the Atlanta area, some of Orndorff’s friends in the local wrestling community have joined forces to put on a benefit show for the wrestling legend this weekend at Southern Comfort Restaurant and Lounge.

Among those scheduled to appear are Georgia wrestling legend Terry “The Rocker” Lawler, Micah Taylor, “Island Girl” Tracy Taylor, Lamar Phillips and others. Wrestlers will be doing autographs for fans and there will be food and drink specials, raffles for items ranging from wrestling memorabilia to a big-screen TV,  and other festivities, with proceeds going towards helping Orndorff with his medical bills. Other fun includes karaoke and local bands, including the Southern Gold Band, Southern Comfort’s house band.

Benefit for “Mr. Wonderful” Paul Orndorff. $3 ($5 for autographed photos). 1 p.m. May 8. Southern Comfort Restaurant and Lounge, 1383 Cedar Grove Road, Condley, Ga. 404-361-5675. www.southerncomfortbar.com.