James Hellwig, who was known by his stage name of the Ultimate Warrior, has died at the age of 54. The news comes only three short days after his induction and appearance in the WWE Hall of Fame at Wrestlemania XXX.
The following statement was issued by the WWE on Wednesday.
WWE is shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the passing of one of the most iconic WWE Superstars ever, The Ultimate Warrior.
Warrior began his WWE career in 1987 and quickly went on to become one of the biggest stars in WWE history. Warrior became WWE Champion at WrestleMania VI, defeating Hulk Hogan in an epic encounter.
WWE sends its sincere condolences to Warrior’s family, friends and fans.
Warrior was 54 and is survived by his wife Dana, his two daughters, his mother, his two sisters and his two brothers.
The video is from the Ultimate Warrior’s appearance at Wrestlemania XXX on April 7, 2014.
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