Wrestling

[Wayne]

I will be booing both Cena and Rock from a few thousand miles away!

The only vested interest I have in Wrestlemania these days is the legends angles and the Undertaker's streak [which he will never end anyway - but its still fun to watch].

[Shorty]

Paul Bearer has passed away

It's always such a shock and so sad when a wrestler or a manager suddenly dies. He was only 58

[Wayne]

Yeah, its extremely sad. Around the mid-to-late 80's with the sudden rise of Bobby Heenan, Jimmy Hart, JJ Dillon, Miss Elizabeth, Sensational Sherri, Classie Freddie Blassie [new role as manager] and Paul Bearer + many more, the role of the manager suddenly became as important as the gimmick of the wrestler they were managing. For about 6 or 7 years, the Undertaker needed Paul Bearer to build his character. Such an important figure in wrestling, and another great loss to the industry.

HULK HOGAN: Very sad about Paul Bearer,he was a great person and one of the original boys,he was what made wrestling great much love much respect HH

I highly doubt we'll hear anything from the Undertaker about this as he's extremely private; but I'm sure that as part of his next appearance on Raw, he'll do something in tribute.

[Shorty]

People are saying they should put him into this year's Hall Of Fame as a last minute person.

Paul always said he wanted to go into the HOF when Taker went in, so sad he won't be alive to have that happen

There was hopes he'd reunite with Taker (as the last time they were together he turned on him to go with Kane) and be ringside for his match with Punk at Mania. Having Paul Heyman and Paul Bearer at ringside at the same time would have been epic!

[Wayne]

What wrestling's finest had to say...

Hulk Hogan: "Very sad about Paul Bearer,he was a great person and one of the original boys,he was what made wrestling great much love much respect HH"

Bret Hart: "Goodbye to a good friend, Paul Bearer. Say hi to Owen for me."

Kevin Von Erich: "Percy Pringle was such a funny guy. Everyone loved him."

Triple H: "Rest in peace, Paul Bearer. You will never be forgotten. There will never be another."

Michelle McCool (wife of the Undertaker): "#RIPPaulBearer ....you always made me smile. Great entertainer, even better man! We love you & will forever miss you! God bless..."

Shawn Michaels: "I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Paul Bearer. Our prayers go out to him and his family. God Bless!!"

Ted DiBiase Sr: "The wrestling world lost a good man today and I lost a good friend. Paul Bearer, rest in peace my friend"

Jeff Jarrett: "Sad, sad news… Percy my friend, I will always cherish our friendship we shared over the years… Since 88? you've always made me smile From the 1st time we shared our love of country music or our love of this business, you always put that "Perciville perspective" on things.. R I P Percy… Love ya my friend…"

Jerry Lawler: "This picture was taken 10 days ago...we lost a dear friend today..you will be missed by many, Paul Bearer. pic.twitter.com/ceLtqapzB0"

Hulk Hogan: "Very sad about Paul Bearer,he was a great person and one of the original boys,he was what made wrestling great much love much respect HH"

William Regal: "Very sorry to hear of the passing of Paul Bearer.My best wishes to his family.A lovely man and my friend.RIP."

Howard Finkel: "Saddened to learn of the passing of Paul Bearer (William Moody). He was a unique, one of a kind individual both in and out of the ring. RIP"

Edge: "Very sad to hear about William Moody/Paul Bearer. Such a sweet man, and my friend. My condolences to his family. I'll miss ya Uncle Paul"

Bully Ray: "R.I.P. Paul Bearer. Thankful I had the opportunity to work with him."

Dusty Rhodes: "R.I.P. Paul , always a Pro. And a real kind man , may your family be strong , and you be with God"

Stephanie McMahon: "#RIPPaulBearer"

Dixie Carter: "Our condolences go out to the many family, friends and fans of William Moody. A great performer in our industry."

Tom Prichard: "RIP Percy. All the good guys are leaving. But I know you're in a better place and seeing a lot of people we love..."

The Honky Tonk Man: "Saddened to hear of my pal Paul Bearer passing away. I was informed a few moments after he silently went. A great fellow has gone"

Kevin Nash: "R.I.P my friend,you will never be replaced.Not to late to add to the HOF"

Tommy Dreamer: "Paul Bearer is 1 of the good guys. Reading everyone's tweets great 2 c how 1 man has touched so many God Bless."

Miz: "Just found out Paul Bearer died tonight. He was always so nice when I talked to him. My thoughts n prayers are w/ his family #RIPPaulBearer"

Taz: "Sad to hear of the passing of William Moody (Paul Bearer). A super guy, always helpful, complimentury & his talents were underrated. RIP"

Kofi Kingston: "Very saddened to hear about the passing of Paul Bearer. What a good dude. Condolences to his family."

Mikey Whipwreck: "Very sad to hear of Paul Bearer's passing. What a sweet and genuinely nice man. My condolences to his family."

Frankie Kazarian: "Man... Very, very sad to hear of the passing of William "Paul Bearer" Moody. What a true class act and all around good human being. RIP."

Wade Barrett: "RIP Paul Bearer. A legendary performer and a very nice chap."

AJ Lee: "#RIPPaulBearer When I first met Paul Bearer I completely marked out & he was kind enough to humor me. So sweet & humble. Such a legend."

Michael McGillicutty: "Sad to hear the loss of Paul Bearer. He was always very friendly to me and very passionate about this business. He will be missed."

Joey Ryan: "RIP William "Paul Bearer" Moody. I feel blessed that I got to work with him at @CWFHollywood. A true gentleman in a business of scoundrels."

Tensai: "RIP Paul. A good man and an asset to this business and locker room. Always brought a smile to people's faces. You'll be missed."

Bill DeMott: "So sad the news about the great Paul Bearer (William), always the gentleman and pro! Thank you for being my friend-you will be missed!"

Sean Waltman: "I'll miss you William Moody. George Jones on the radio & Jack Daniels. His crazy sense of humor.I laughed more to him than just about any1."

Beth Phoenix: "Condolences to the family of Paul Bearer...kind soul who entertained so many for so long. You remain in our prayers always."

Ezekiel Jackson: "#RIPPaulBearer didn't get to spend much time with him but the one day at lunch in Calgary will go in my book if I ever wrote one. #Godspeed"

Ricardo Rodriguez: "Paul Bearer/William Moody, you taught me so much. It truly saddens me to hear about this! I Love You, and I thank you eternally! RIP. You always spoke very highly of me and I can not thank you enough for that! That you! #RIPPaulBearer"

Justin Roberts: "Very sad night. RIP Paul Bearer, a man I grew up watching on tv and was lucky enough to have later on, as a friend."

Ted DiBiase Jr: "Losing one of our own @WWE feels like losing a family member. Thank you for the memories Paul! God Bless #RIPPaulBearer"

Tara: "I am deeply saddened to hear that Paul Bearer has passed away. He will be deeply missed. May he rest In peace"

Shane Helms: "I've never heard one bad thing said about Paul. In this biz, that's extremely rare. It says a lot about the man."

Sean Waltman: "I'm so at a loss right for words right now. I've known him since 1995 & I can't get myself together enough to write anything at the moment."

Michael Cole: "So sad. We lost a great person and a wonderful man today. Rest in peace paul bearer. God bless his family and Godspeed."

D.O.C/Luke Gallows: "RIP Paul Bearer...one of the good ones, you will be truly missed."

Rikishi: "You will be missed by so & I will never forget when we bust a move together my brother #RIPPAULBEARER."

MVP: "The scary man with the strange voice. Rest In Power Paul Bearer..."

Shane Helms: "Saddened to hear about the passing of Wrestling Legend @wweURNiverse Glad I got to see ya one last time just recently Paul. Bless your fam."

Mickie James: "Very sad to hear that Paul Bearer has passed away tonight... My thoughts, prayers, & heart go out to his family, friends & loved ones... RIP"

Some old pictures of the legend...

[Wayne]

This tribute video made me tear up! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrWoG-MTfwo

Poignant and very sad; the earliest memory I have of Paul is being shit scared of him in a promo video for the 1994 Royal Rumble - where Undertaker is building a casket for Yokozuna. I was only 5 at the time, but man great memories!

[Shorty]

Dammit, shouldn't have read all those messages from the wrestlers, I'm very close to tears now

[Wayne]

I've had to create a topic on it, as I'm sure there's a few people here that know him from the old school days that no longer follow wrestling, but would probably like to know.

Have you seen the official WWE tribute, Shorty? Its SAD. http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=pl ... ymkvV0s2OY

[bennie26]

Me my favorite is The rock and John Cena specially their fight.