Sad news broke out of the wrestling world: Macho Man Randy Savage has died of an apparent heart attack. While driving his truck, Randy lost control of his vehicle, leading to the fatal accident.
STORY: BREAKING NEWS: Macho Man Randy Savage Dead
Wrestlers like Mr. Perfect and Earthquake made the sport popular in the ’80s and ’90s and helped shape what it is today. They paved the way for the current superstars we watch on television.
We salute the wrestlers we grew up with and remember them on the next pages.
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Miss Elizabeth:
Elizabeth Heulette, 42, May 1, 2003. Passed away from a drug overdose.
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The British Bulldog:
Davey Boy Smith 39 May 17, 2002. Passed away from a heart attack.
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Mr. Perfect:
Curt Hennig 44 February 10, 2003. Passed away from a drug overdose.
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Yokozuma:
Rodney Anoia 34 October 22, 2000 Passed away from a heart attack.
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Captain Lou Albano:
Lou Albano – 1933 – 2009. Passed away from prolonged illness.
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Test:
Andrew Martin – 1975 – 2009. Passed away from overdose of drugs.
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Bam Bam Bigelow:
Scott “Bam Bam” Bigelow, 45, January 19, 2007. Passed away from a drug overdose.
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Chris Benoit:
Chris Benoit, 40, June 25, 2007. Suicide.
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Eartquake:
John “Earthquake” Tenta, 42, June 7, 2006. Passed away from bladder cancer.
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Owen Hart:
Owen Hart, 33, May 23, 1999. Accidental Fall.
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Eddie Guerrero:
Eddie Guerrero, 38, November 13, 2005.. Heart Failure
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Umaga:
Umaga – December 4, 2009 – Heart Attack.
