The Wrestling Thread

[the King]

RIP Macho Man

http://www.tmz.com/2011/05/20/randy-sav ... r-florida/

one of my all-time favorites

[Breetai]

RIP Macho Man

http://www.tmz.com/2011/05/20/randy-sav ... r-florida/

one of my all-time favorites

Whaaaaaaaa? Damn... He just got married. That's sad.

[Gamerforlife]

RIP Macho Man

http://www.tmz.com/2011/05/20/randy-sav ... r-florida/

one of my all-time favorites

Whaaaaaaaa? Damn... He just got married. That's sad.

Channeling Ron Simmons

DAMN!

Seriously though, "Oh yeah, dig it" is a part of my childhood and something I STILL quote as an adult. This is a real shame. He's a guy who was synonymous with wrestling to me. I would hope that Raw or Smackdown does some kind of tribute next week. I mean it's the frikking Macho Man. Did the WWE ever induct him into the Hall of Fame? Next year seems like the right time if you ask me

[Evildeadmanwalking77]

Ooooohhhhhhhh Yeeeaaahhhhh!!!

RIP Randy. Certainly one of the greats. I grew up watching him in the 80s. Very, very, sad news indeed.

No the WWE never inducted him for whatever reason. I know McMahon and Savage were not on the greatest of terms but they did release that dvd on him. It sucked though. They need to induct him and release a GOOD dvd set on him w/ a biography on him this time!

[sevin0seven]

one of my first favorite wrestler growing up as a kid.

here's a tribute to Macho:



(from his Rap Album)

and comments from other wrestlers:

Jeff Jarrett: Just got a call w the news. RIP Randy. I met him when I was 11yrs old. He would always teach, correct, encourage, and compliment as my... Career progressed. I have NEVER forgotten the intricacies and attention to detail he taught me over the years. Randy always had a method to His madness. Randy is gone, but will never be forgotten. Thoughts and prayers are w the entire Poffo family. And, he may be the greatest card player the business has ever seen... When he lost, he was only setting you up to take more money from you!

The Rock: RIP Randy "Macho Man" Savage - you were one of my childhood inspirations and heros. Strength, love and prayers to the Savage/Poffo family.

Kevin Nash: I lost a close friend today. If anybody in heaven is wondering who the cat in the ugly cowboy hat is it's Randy. Love you Bro. Never another

Shannon Moore: RIP Macho Man Randy Savage. One reason I loved wrestling.

Mick Foley: I just heard the sad news about the Macho Man. Randy Savage was one of my favorites performers, and my heart goes out to his loved ones

Jim Ross: Just heard Macho Man died this morning of a heart attack while driving his vehicle in Tampa. Condolences to all Randy Savage fans/family.

Hulk Hogan: I'm completely devastated, after over 10 years of not talking with Randy, we've finally started to talk and communicate. HH He had so much life in his eyes & in his spirit, I just pray that he's happy and in a better place and we miss him. HH We miss him a lot. I feel horrible about the ten years of having no communication. This was a tough one. HH

Shawn Michaels: @IAmJericho jus txt me the news. We've lost one of the greats!! Our prayers go out to the family & friends of Randy Savage.

RVD: Rest in Peace Macho Man Randy Savage.

Christopher Daniels: RIP Randy Savage, an inspiration who set the standard! As a fan, watching Randy in Wrestlemania 3,4 and 5 was incredible! True Story: at Turning Point 2004 (AMW-XXX cage match), I asked Randy's permission to drop the elbow of the top of the cage! Randy's reply? "God bless you, brother, I don't even do the elbow anymore." And, he gave me a thumbs up after the match as well!

Natalya: My prayers are with Randy Savage and his family right now.

Impact Wrestling: TNA joins the entire wrestling world in mourning the passing of the legendary "Macho Man" Randy Savage

Savage was one of the most talented athletes to ever compete inside a wrestling ring. He truly transcended professional wrestling, becoming one of the true "icons" of our sport. Millions of wrestling fans grew up watching Savage battle other legends such as Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair, Ricky Steamboat and many more.

Savage appeared with TNA during our 2004 "Victory Road" and "Turning Point" events - memorable moments that we hope wrestling fans will never forget.

TNA hopes all of our fans remember Randy Savage's amazing life and career, and how he helped shape the sport as we know it today.

WWE: WWE has issued the following statement about the passing of "Macho Man" Randy Savage.

Randy "Macho Man" Savage passes away WWE is saddened to learn of the passing of one of the greatest Superstars of his time, Randy Poffo, a.k.a. Randy "Macho Man" Savage. Poffo was under contract with WWE from 1985 to 1993 and held both the WWE and Intercontinental Championships.

Our sincerest condolences go out to his family and friends. We wish a speedy recovery to his wife Lynn.

Poffo will be greatly missed by WWE and his fans.

Slim Jim: A representative for Slim Jim says the company is "saddened" by the loss of Randy Savage, who was a spokesperson for the group.

He says, "We're saddened by the loss. Randy was a beloved ambassador for the Slim Jim brand for many years and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this time."

[flojocabron]

man! this is so sad! I grew up watching him and and imitating him when I was a kid!

http://youtu.be/MtzJpS7BgY4

Seeing him now in this youtube clip, I makes me wonder how awesome he would have been as a Santa Claus!

[AmishSamurai]

Snapping into a slim jim for the Macho Man. RIP

[Jmenglan]

I had the pleasure of seeing him live and winning his last major title at Bash at the Beach 1999. I was re-watching a match of his against Hogan just yesterday..eerie. RIP.

[Breetai]

I would hope that Raw or Smackdown does some kind of tribute next week. I mean it's the frikking Macho Man. Did the WWE ever induct him into the Hall of Fame? Next year seems like the right time if you ask me

I certainly hope that Vince would let the past be the past and do a proper Randy Savage tribute on Raw (or Smackdown). He should also be put in the Hall of Fame next year.

Vince had a major issue with Randy and holds a serious grudge. Apparently he had something going on with Stephanie before she was 18, but it has never been let out what exactly happened. Anyway, that's a personal issue and not a business issue. As a wrestler and entertainer, he was arguably the BEST the WWF/E has ever had. He really was up there with Hogan, Austin, The Rock, etc. He has one of the few commonly accepted 5-star matches in the WWF (screw Meltzer). As a professional, the man DESERVES to have proper tribute paid.

[J T]

The Macho Man music video
Dig It



I'm sure he's up on Saturn looking down on us now and covering all bases.