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Sid Eudy passes away at 63 after battle with cancer

August 26, 2024 John Pollock

Sid Eudy, who was best remembered under the monikers of “Sid Vicious”, “Sid Justice”, and “Sycho Sid”, has died after fighting cancer.

Phil Donahue passes away at 88

August 19, 2024 John Pollock

Legendary daytime talk show host Phil Donahue has died at 88 and while his connection to pro wrestling was small, he had an impactful contribution in March 1992.

Afa Anoa’i Sr. passes away at 81

August 16, 2024 John Pollock

Samu Anoa’i confirmed on Friday that Afa Anoa’i Sr. has died and described it as a “peaceful transition and loved ones surrounded him.”

Former magazine publisher, editor & writer Dennis Brent passes away

August 14, 2024 John Pollock

Dennis Brent, who held many roles throughout his decades in the industry, died this past Sunday at the age of 73.

The Life & Career of “The Prince of Darkness” Kevin Sullivan

August 9, 2024 John Pollock

Kevin Sullivan, a renowned booker, wrestler, and speaker, has died at the age of 74 following health complications from a medical episode.

Leo Burke (Léonce Cormier) passes away at 76

July 26, 2024 John Pollock

Leonce Cormier, better known under his ring name “Leo Burke” passed away on Wednesday at the age of 76.

The Life & Career of The Wild Samoan Sika Anoa’i

June 26, 2024 John Pollock

Leati Sika Amituana’i Anoa’i, a member of the Samoan wrestling dynasty and Wild Samoans tag team, died on Tuesday at 79.

Former Turner Broadcasting chairman Jamie Kellner dies at 77

June 22, 2024 John Pollock

Jamie Kellner, a titan in the television industry and the man who made the call to cancel WCW, has died.

UFC 1 competitor Teila Tuli dies at 56

June 21, 2024 John Pollock

Teila Tuli, who fought at the inaugural UFC event in 1993, has died at the age of 56.

U.K. wrestler James Castle passes away after battling AML

June 17, 2024 John Pollock

U.K. performer James Castle has died following a four-year battle with acute myeloid leukemia.

Canadian independent wrestler Scott ‘Big Cat’ Henson passes away at 40

June 16, 2024 Neal Flanagan

Scott ‘Big Cat’ Henson, a well-known figure in the Pacific Northwest independent wrestling scene, has passed away at the age of 40.

POLLOCK’S UPDATE: El Signo dies at 69, NJPW Dominion Notes

June 10, 2024 John Pollock

A look at the career of the late El Signo, many notes following NJPW Dominion, Raw in Toledo, Cody Rhodes appearing on NXT & more.

Former Philadelphia independent wrestler Billy Reil dies

April 29, 2024 John Pollock

Brett Lauderdale of GCW shared the news that Philadelphia-based independent wrestler Billy Reil has died.

Report: Prolific sumo wrestler and professional wrestler Akebono dead at 54

April 10, 2024 Jack Wannan

Akebono, a former sumo Yokozuna and AJPW Triple Crown Champion, has reportedly passed away at 54.

Former JCP/WCW cameraman Jackie Crockett passes away

March 14, 2024 John Pollock

Jackie Crockett, who worked for years alongside his family in Jim Crockett Promotions, has died.

Paul “Butcher” Vachon passes away at 86

March 1, 2024 John Pollock

Paul “The Butcher” Vachon, who was a major promoter and wrestler out of Quebec, has died.

Virgil (Mike Jones) passes away

February 28, 2024 John Pollock

Mike Jones – who was best known as Virgil – has died following multiple health issues over the last several years.

Ole Anderson (Alan Rogowski) dies at 81

February 26, 2024 John Pollock

Ole Anderson, who was among the most powerful brokers in the industry, has died at the age of 81.

Independent wrestler Anthony Gaines dies suddenly at 30

February 24, 2024 John Pollock

Independent wrestler Anthony Nicometi Jr., who wrestled as Anthony Gaines has died at the age of 30.

The Life & Career of Masashi “Killer Khan” Ozawa

December 31, 2023 John Pollock

Masashi Ozawa, who was billed as ‘Killer Khan’ throughout most of his career, died at 76.