The Ultimate Warrior Passes Away

[BSA2Tone22]

I am deeply saddened to hear that WARRIOR has died. It just goes to show, cherish every moment here on God's Earth, because you never know when Time Catches up to you. My prayers are with his family.

It's a weird, eerie feeling because all fans just saw him on RAW on 4-7-14 and a day later, dead. His Speech was ironically about hearts stopping, breathing final breaths, and living forever through his fans. This is extremely sad as he was one of my child hood heroes. I started watching wrestling when I was 4. 27 Years ago. My favorite was Sting because of his face paint and also because he was the first wrestler I ever saw wrestle. Later Warrior joined WWF and because of his paint, physique, and wild personality I became a fan. Later I discovered the two started together as Power Team USA and the Blade Runners. Sting had the better Career, but Warrior was extreme. Warrior may have left soon after he beat HHH at WrestleMania, but I agreed with why. Vince is very vindictive. I agreed with Warrior's political views and his speeches and videos on youtube. Wouldn't surprise me if Vince or WWE had something to do with his DEATH. Vince is Illuminati. I'm glad Warrior was able to forgive and bury the hatchet before he died. And I'm glad he experienced one last hoorah. Love you Warrior. You will be missed. You were one of the good guys. God Bless.

 

[THTRobtaylor]

Twelve hours on and we know more... the initial suidice thoughts which many of us had have thankfully proven groundless... Are we ashamed for thinking it? Perhaps we should be but it's easy to see why because so much of this past 4 days of Warrior's life seems so loaded with eerie symbolism now that it's arguably ghoulish.

On Saturday he said some things that now make a lot of sense. His reaction to the "one more match" chants for example was a firm "No"... not the standard "never say never". He knew he wasn't ever wrestling again.

He righted some wrongs, be they perceived or real and did so with humility rather than bitterness. His comments about the DVD being wrong were true, it was wrong and I am sure now Vince is glad the record will be put straight as he would be the first to admit it wasn't HIS finest hour. Perhaps most importantly, he made a VERY public display of his love for his family, and the most heartbreaking moment of his HOF speech looking back was an almost freudian slip "I was a good guy. I am a good guy".

Come Sunday I felt he seemed off and almost disappointed, there wasn't the reaction he got on RAW and you could see it perhaps hurt him a bit but come Monday the look on his face when he came out said it all, he was a happy man...

Looking back he didn't look well at all, the photo of he and Vince confirms this... his speech was eerie looking back but while he had taken Saturday to say "goodbye" to his family in a way, this was him saying "goodbye" to the other love of his life...his fans.

Clearly he was unwell, and he probably knew. He would be the kind of guy not to tell his wife I feel, he'd just get his affairs in order and make sure he did everything he could for them before he went (signing a legends deal etc.), so much now makes sense. Like the video game/Legends deal, so his family can benefit from his legacy, like the Vince letter leaking, almost like he wanted the world to know he wasn't "just a dick about money" before he went, even mending his fences with Vince enough to accept the HOF... he perhaps felt that Savage let pride get in the way and decided not to do the same.

The look in Warrior's eyes at the end of that RAW promo told us we were never going to see him again in public once he got home. No one was expecting it to be so soon, perhaps he didn't as he was still jovial at the airport but he knew we weren't seeing him again and he wouldn't be around for another show, his words prove that.

No one EVER gets to pick how they go unless the do it themselves... Warrior is perhaps the luckiest son of a bitch I have ever heard of, he got the perfect last 3 days of life... he got to tell his kids how much he loved them in front of the world, show them how much he meant to other people and thus they'll never be alone even if he's gone. He got to make peace with old enemies, heal old wounds and see old friends... he got to see his legacy up close at Mania 30 and got to say goodbye and to "feel the power" one last time... The only thing that COULD have made it better was he and Hogan in the ring together... but even then I guess it wasn't about that they talked I am sure and ironed it out the same as he did with Vince and Jake and even DiBiase (who clearly took his HOF rib in good humor). The tragedy is he just didn't make it home...

Hell maybe there is something to those "gods" he always talked about, cos you don't see such a "perfect end" to a life very often from any of the so called "supreme beings" people worship so much.

He died a good man, content, happy and once again beloved... if he had any issues such as the university speech they will now be forgotten.

However... there IS a side to this that many will not like.

If Taker wasn't done before he is now...Shawn isn't returning, Triple H will wind down and we may see a lot of guys like Christian, Ziggler who already have known concussion issues disappear. Sting or Angle may well not happen for in ring runs. Harsh as it sounds, Vince will be VERY relieved neither Taker or Warrior died on a show this weekend. Both could have clearly... This may mean we finally see an age cap brought in for active participation in matches at the minimum because the last thing WWE needs is someone like Shawn, Angle, Christian, Sting or any other 45+ or injured talent dying live on TV.

Hell even Vince himself looks OLD in the pic, perhaps THAT's the scariest thing in it...

 

[nikvoodoo]

I am glad Warrior and WWE came together to bury the past and allow, what turned out to be, some of his final memories. Warrior always seemed to come from such a dark and chaotic place. Watching him this weekend it looked as though he had finally made peace with so much of his life. His family obviously has something to do with that and I hope those girls realize how special they were to him.

He never caught on with me as a wrestler. I gravitated elsewhere, but I respect the hell out of what he did for the WWF/E and if his words from Raw are true.....Long live the Immortal Warrior in our hearts and minds.

 

[Schuyler]

I'm so dam sad, every time, I read anything about the Ultimate Warrior, I start to cry. I still have my Ultimate Warrior jacket from when I was a kid, no matter what the Warrior did, I always believed in the good things he brought to us. Everything he did in the last few days of his life was unbelievable, and his last promo will stay with us forever. It was the Ultimate Warrior who made me a fan of pro wrestling like many of us, which we all thank him for.

 

[closet_fan]

There have been reports that Warrior didn't look right and you can tell from his RAW appearance. He seemed so red, out of breath and not with it. I'm wondering if he suffered a massive heart attack.

I just watched the RAW speech again and it's so eerie (best word used). It's like he knew that was going to be his final farewell. He didn't look good at all coming up the ramp afterwards.

But I am glad he did what he needed to do and he was able to get his image and his voice back out to the masses one more time.

 

[boozinjedi]

Watching his speech on raw now,looking back is downright scary!!!
Something the way the mask sat upon his face looked weird,he seemed flustered..
I thought it was just emotion of the moment.
I hope they put the HOF ceremony AND the post-mania raw on the bluray as a tribute...
It'd be an insult to him if they didn't

 

[Con T.]

He died a good man, content, happy and once again beloved... if he had any issues such as the university speech they will now be forgotten.

Good man?

A few quotes, if you will.

After Katrina:

If we could be shown what general conditions they lived in before the hurricane, we would see that had little respect for what they did have. We would see just how unorganized, unclean and dysfunctionally they lived. They never gave a care for order, cleanliness or function before, but now that they can get someone's attention who will possibly take over the responsibility of their life for them, they go on these tirades about how their life has been ruined. Their lives were already in ruin — self ruin. Ruined by the bad choices they made over and over.


And they are fat. Have you ever seen so many fat people? Poverty? Poverty of what? Having enough to buy so much food to eat that you become obese — this is poverty? Only one TV? This is poverty? A house with a roof over your head? This is Poverty? Indoor plumbing? Electric appliances? Refrigeration? Phones? Cell phones? Computers? Designer clothes made by rap stars? $200 Nikes? Free medicine and medical care if you really need it? Is having all this poverty? What the hell, then, do we call the scenes they shoot out of Africa that they use to lay guilt trips down on all of us?


They claim New Orleans was (is) a great city. Maybe once it was, I don't know. Too, maybe it's just always been corrupt as it has been for years and years. Truth is, today, it was nothing more than a pornographic cesspool of decadence and depravity. You know, an East Coast version of that Las Vegas take on vacation time — "what you do there stays there." You go there, drink and drink and drink and behave like a pervert, reprobate and degenerate, take a huge dose of antibiotics and a nice extra long shower before you hop on the plane back home, and, "Hey, who knows any better?" You go back to the church, PTA, and local council and "squarely" fit right back in. One thing is for sure, IF New Orleans ever was a great city, it certainly was not because it had leaders and citizenry like the leaders and citizenry it has today.

Regarding MLK:

Martin Luther King can have his own self-titled birthday recognized as a National Holiday, but not our country's First President? Should I go on? Should I have to? Do I want to? Will I? You bet your ass I will.

Let's see if I understand this correctly. Or should I say, let's see if I can get to anywhere near a "correct understanding" of this piece of nonsense by, first, understanding it sensically using political-incorrectness?

Martin marched a few times from Selma, AL to Montgomery, AL. It's only about 40 miles and he walked along paved roads with security escorts and modern comforts and conveniences. He wrote a few jailhouse letters, plagiarized a great many speeches, and played up his last name "King" as if he was ONE. He led his best rally amid the monuments of Washington, DC. He preached proper, righteous behavior while he at the same time committed adultery many publicly verifiable times — oh, and he had "a dream."

When Heath Ledger died:

By today's standard, though, I do have to agree that he was a great father. Perhaps even greater then the father of the year, Hulk Hogan. After all, Leather Hedger did what it took to kill himself. His kid is without a father, yes, but the negative influence is now removed and his own child has the chance for a full recovery.

Good is not the word I'd use... Troubled seems far more apropos. And perhaps that's the ultimate tragedy behind the Ultimate Warrior... A troubled man, leaving behind a wife and children, at a age far too young for anyone. A part of me understands that tragedy, and realizes the very real pain here. That part of me can channel all of my good feelings towards Warrior... And feel pity towards those that are truly at loss here.

But the realist in me realizes that, while sad, I can't separate him from his stances. I feel pity for the man... While at the same time realizing the man had his demons in life. But that doesn't excuse someone acting like a jackass.

So, perhaps I feel pity most for him. Again, I can spare that luxury, even when it appears he was not so capable.

 

[scottyshowman82]

Very sad news. The Ultimate Warrior was one of my favourite personalities ever, in any form of entertainment. The man inspired me and made my imagination bigger and entertained me like he did for millions and millions. There are people who haven't watched a wrestling program in many many decades who are deeply saddened right now which show the attraction and reach of the man.

The Main Event of Wrestlemania 6 had such an impact on me. It's a match that is very close to my heart. I don't know it's because I'm from Toronto or that moment when Hogan and Warrior come face to face. There is just something about that match. When I watch the Self-Destruction of the Ultimate Warrior DVD and they have that chapter on Wrestlemania 6, I tear up when I see it. It was magic.

He was amazing. The way he looked, his promos, he really took advantage of the over the top nature of pro wrestling and many people benefited from seeing him perform in and out of the ring.

I will never forget this man. My heart goes out to his family and friends and fans. Thank you Warrior.

 

[jaymoe2112]

This is my first post here at WrestleZone. Brone E. Langston's assertion that UW was not a good man based on the quotes offered up is a reflection of the type of person UW had no respect for in the first place. I was willing to just move on after reading Brone E. Langston post, but then Brone E. Langston called himself a "realist". That's when I decided it was time to call BS. If Brone E. Langston is a realist, perhaps he should offer up some real truths about what UW got wrong in his quotes. Otherwise, Brone E. Langston is just another Kool-Aide drinking apologist.

Rest In Peace, Ultimate Warrior - a VERY good man, father, husband, and American.

 

[Headman]

Good man?

A few quotes, if you will.

After Katrina:




Regarding MLK:



When Heath Ledger died:



Good is not the word I'd use... Troubled seems far more apropos. And perhaps that's the ultimate tragedy behind the Ultimate Warrior... A troubled man, leaving behind a wife and children, at a age far too young for anyone. A part of me understands that tragedy, and realizes the very real pain here. That part of me can channel all of my good feelings towards Warrior... And feel pity towards those that are truly at loss here.

But the realist in me realizes that, while sad, I can't separate him from his stances. I feel pity for the man... While at the same time realizing the man had his demons in life. But that doesn't excuse someone acting like a jackass.

So, perhaps I feel pity most for him. Again, I can spare that luxury, even when it appears he was not so capable.

And you're a guy who came into a memorial thread to crap on a guy. So I guess you're not a very good person by those standards. Maybe you'll smarten up some day.

Now back to the subject at hand. The Warrior meant a lot to a lot of people. I see so many people talk about losing their childhood hero and I feel the same way. He turned an 8 year old boy from a casual pro-wrestling observer to a full blown wrestling mark. The WWF had no shortage of colorful characters but the Warrior set himself apart from all of them. While I enjoyed watching Hogan, the Warrior was my guy and everyone who knew me knew it. The Warrior stood for facing adversity without fear. The Warrior taught me that the unknown wasn't something to be feared. It was something to be taken on and conquered. The people who become great don't turn away from challenges nor do they always do what is popular. Greatness is standing up for what you believe in and taking something further than you thought you could. In the Warrior's writings he said we all had the ability to be great. I believe that too. Thank you Warrior for giving me the mentality to do things that aren't always easy. There aren't many life lessons I've ever learned from a pro-wrestler. But I can safely say I learned a lot from the Ultimate Warrior.

 

[Con T.]

This is my first post here at WrestleZone. Brone E. Langston's assertion that UW was not a good man based on the quotes offered up is a reflection of the type of person UW had no respect for in the first place. I was willing to just move on after reading Brone E. Langston post, but then Brone E. Langston called himself a "realist". That's when I decided it was time to call BS. If Brone E. Langston is a realist, perhaps he should offer up some real truths about what UW got wrong in his quotes. Otherwise, Brone E. Langston is just another Kool-Aide drinking apologist.

Rest In Peace, Ultimate Warrior - a VERY good man, father, husband, and American.

And you're a guy who came into a memorial thread to crap on a guy. So I guess you're not a very good person by those standards. Maybe you'll smarten up some day.

Kind of a stretch I say I crapped on him... I offered up things Warrior has said in the past. I then gave my opinion, that I'm conflicted on how to celebrate the guy. Or even, if I should.

I'm not going to outright say Warrior was a bad guy... Just troubled. Clearly, clearly troubled. And there's a part of me that feels pity for that.

But there's also a part of me that acknowledges the troubles I have in celebrating his legacy. Namely, that his legacy includes quotes (plenty more beyond these) which lead me to feel a certain opinion of the guy.

He exercised a lot of demons. Great for him. I'm glad he found peace with WWE, and that they honored his career. But that doesn't absolve him of his other issues.

 

[THTRobtaylor]

Good man?

A few quotes, if you will.

After Katrina:




Regarding MLK:



When Heath Ledger died:



Good is not the word I'd use... Troubled seems far more apropos. And perhaps that's the ultimate tragedy behind the Ultimate Warrior... A troubled man, leaving behind a wife and children, at a age far too young for anyone. A part of me understands that tragedy, and realizes the very real pain here. That part of me can channel all of my good feelings towards Warrior... And feel pity towards those that are truly at loss here.

But the realist in me realizes that, while sad, I can't separate him from his stances. I feel pity for the man... While at the same time realizing the man had his demons in life. But that doesn't excuse someone acting like a jackass.

So, perhaps I feel pity most for him. Again, I can spare that luxury, even when it appears he was not so capable.

Here's the thing - Jim Hellwig was born an American and died one.

He had the right to free speech and his views and the right to air them within reason. They were not "mainstream" by any stretch but I see nothing there that would make me dislike the man because he clearly understood the basic concept that he had the right to disagree with you...and you him... that was kind what the Warrior character was. He didn't show up on Chatshows forcing his doctrine... he put out videos or did talks that people WANTED to watch or hear... they knew what they were getting, they knew he wasn' going to shy from what he thought... he never forced his views on anyone and if you didn't like what he had to say he'd listen or answer you.

He DID die a good man because you could see the good in him and that he had brought to the world. His daughters and how he clearly doted on them and his wife at the HOF, that he was able to put aside differences that had been entrenched and bitter like DiBiase with a light hearted gag, that he could be man enough to admit he wasn't perfect, but not the lunatic he had been made out to be and fight that corner... and be humble in perhaps knowing he didn't have long, and using his moment on RAW to put the fans and the new generation over rather than himself, even down to spending many of those last precious moments with fans taking pictures and being accessible... when he could have just said "I'm with my family now". For a man who was a recluse for 20 years he had a pretty eventful last week of life, he clearly got it by the end, that his views didn't mean a damn thing, he may have said the wrong things for some... but for those who mattered to him he did more good than harm, the fans, the business and his family... so that's dying a good man, a contented one and perhaps even a wise man.

 

[ChickenCordonBleu]

It saddens me greatly, because I was a big fan of him. I didn't get to watch most of his stuff until later in years, but I love the energy and intensity that he brought to the ring with him, his entrance has always remained one of my favorites, nobody could ever repeat (no, not even Batista's attempts to shake the ropes around could work).

I've done a lot of reading about this, I heard he was able to patch things up with Jack Roberts, he was also able to do the same with Kevin Nash, the two of them even hugged one another. And his speech on Raw, was so emotional and heartfelt. All of these things have me thinking he knew his time was coming, he did what he needed to do, he made up with people, addressed the WWE fans one last time, spoke about the legacy he left behind and the fans that allowed him to create that legacy, he did everything he needed to do before he passed on.

Much love and respect Warrior, I thank you a lot for the memories.

R.I.P. Warrior.

 

[Headman]

Kind of a stretch I say I crapped on him... I offered up things Warrior has said in the past. I then gave my opinion, that I'm conflicted on how to celebrate the guy. Or even, if I should.

I'm not going to outright say Warrior was a bad guy... Just troubled. Clearly, clearly troubled. And there's a part of me that feels pity for that.

But there's also a part of me that acknowledges the troubles I have in celebrating his legacy. Namely, that his legacy includes quotes (plenty more beyond these) which lead me to feel a certain opinion of the guy.

He exercised a lot of demons. Great for him. I'm glad he found peace with WWE, and that they honored his career. But that doesn't absolve him of his other issues.

I liked the tone of this post better and to be honest I think it would be appropriate because the Warrior himself never had a problem sharing his thoughts about the deceased. BUT... and there is a but. I'm curious to know which parts of those quotes you posted bothered you and why? He didn't say anything that wasn't true. Was it the delivery you didn't like? He was very blunt, but if you're fact checking you'll have a hard time discrediting the things he said. I think the Warrior said things the way he did to serve as a slap in the face. People get bogged down in political correctness and conversation goes no where when people won't even look at the facts because they don't want to hurt someone's feelings. I mean seriously, we talk about free speech but you're not allowed to say anything bad about MLK (even if it's true) without coming off as a racist. You can't talk about how people are taking advantage of government programs without sounding heartless. Why can you use statistics to find the location of stars but god forbid you use them to tell us who's more likely to mug you in the streets. The Warrior was right about political correctness. He was right about a lot of stuff.

 

[HatchetMan84]

There is a good article up over at Bleacher Report talking about Warrior through the years, and going in depth that one of the things Warrior was worried about years ago was him having an early death. Very creepy.

They have an excerpt from him speaking in court in 1999 - and he said he had just turned 37, and figured that he had 20 years left, since his father died at 57, and his grandfathers died in their 50's. It might not seem like much but it was on his mind that he feared dying early.

They also speculate on whether or not it was known by WWE that Warrior was sick and perhaps the whole deal of him coming back to WWE was done because Warrior himself knew he didn't have long and wanted to mend fences so to speak. I personally don't believe it, but it sure seems prophetic now when you look at his final speech on raw, and even what he said in his HOF speech about "one more match" - he said "that's not going to happen now".

Plus now there are all these stories coming out about how sick and frail Warrior looked over wrestlemania weekend. I thought he looked awful on RAW, and obviously he did as the man would die 24 hours later, but i really had to re-watch because at first i just figured he was out of breath because he was overcome with emotion and might be having some anxiety.... Re-watching it I feel there is just no coincidence that he said the things he said - i think he knew he was going to die and truly wanted to make amends and say goodbye to the fans that he always loved...

 

[Sabutage]

One thing im curious about is I kept reading so many people backstage saying warrior looked unhealthy, lile he was "about to blow a gasket......looked weak.....looled like his tie was choking him" etc. Then why didnt anyone ask one of the medical staff to check him over? Im not saying it was wwes fault, but if it was so obvious he was unwell like so many backstage people are saying now, why didnt they do something about it?

 

[HatchetMan84]

I heard a rumor that Warrior was supposed to be a mystery entrant in the Andre memorial battle royal, and at the last minute he could not get clearance to get in. I don't know how true that is but several wrestling sites have reported it. I believe Warrior hinted at this during the "one more match" chant at the HOF - to which he frankly replied "That's not gonna happen now" (after he failed the physical)

IF IT IS TRUE - then like you said, i wonder why someone didn't check him out further, because i am not sure the extent of the WWE physical. Does it check for just general fitness? With no medical knowledge, what i am asking is - if one fails the WWE physical is that a big deal to where they should get more testing done? Would it have detected whatever it was that killed him? So they say, Taker almost didn't get clearance last year to wrestle CM Punk...

This might just be a sad case of everyone knew something was up but nobody did anything about it, and it was too late. Or, perhaps Warrior really knew he was dying (possible), and was holding on to make peace with the WWE and try and put his name in a positive light before his passing.

I do know that according to him, the "self destruction" DVD really broke his heart because he felt like people weren't getting to see all sides of him and those who did not truly know anything of his career could only get filled in with the biased, one sided portrayal of him in the self destruction DVD...

 

[CyberPunk]

I didn't watch a whole lot of Warrior from the past, but I do recognize his importance and contribution to the business. What he did or didn't do is no longer relevant.

RIP Warrior.

 

[Sabutage]

I heard a rumor that Warrior was supposed to be a mystery entrant in the Andre memorial battle royal, and at the last minute he could not get clearance to get in. I don't know how true that is but several wrestling sites have reported it. I believe Warrior hinted at this during the "one more match" chant at the HOF - to which he frankly replied "That's not gonna happen now" (after he failed the physical)

IF IT IS TRUE - then like you said, i wonder why someone didn't check him out further, because i am not sure the extent of the WWE physical. Does it check for just general fitness? With no medical knowledge, what i am asking is - if one fails the WWE physical is that a big deal to where they should get more testing done? Would it have detected whatever it was that killed him? So they say, Taker almost didn't get clearance last year to wrestle CM Punk...

This might just be a sad case of everyone knew something was up but nobody did anything about it, and it was too late. Or, perhaps Warrior really knew he was dying (possible), and was holding on to make peace with the WWE and try and put his name in a positive light before his passing.

I do know that according to him, the "self destruction" DVD really broke his heart because he felt like people weren't getting to see all sides of him and those who did not truly know anything of his career could only get filled in with the biased, one sided portrayal of him in the self destruction DVD...

Yeah I guess there's too many if, buts or maybes. If its true about him failing a test, then it does make me question how in depth the tests are. If they can prohibit a performer performing but not notice something more serious?

Its something wwe needs to look into either way even though its not directly related to warrior, because employing people 40+ to throw their bodies around will always bring risks and they need to make sure people are ok on the inside even once they stop them competing in the ring.

 

[HatchetMan84]

It's starting to look more like something happened to warrior within the last few months where he sort of "disappeared" so to speak from the public eye.

There was a guy posting over at another board who said he followed Warrior's official youtube videos. Last summer he looked fantastic and full of life when he made the commercial for WWE2K14. I mean the dude was ripped and in shape like always.

He said like 4 months ago there were videos up of Warrior working out, running on his personal track at his home, etc.. he seemed fine. Whatever happened to him happened in the last few months. I am still stunned that so many people saw him all messed up backstage prior to the HOF and didn't at least tell him to go get checked out. Maybe after failing the physical (this is still a rumor at this point), Warrior figured he'd finish up the HOF stuff, do Raw, and then go home and get checked out. His death is still tragic, but WWE dodged a bullet IMO that this didn't happen during his speech, on RAW, or god forbid if he actually would have gotten to wrestle.

I don't really believe that he knew he was dying all along and did nothing (although maybe there was nothing they could do, ie) severe heart disease or something with no cure). Although you have to admit after seeing him on Raw and watching that speech, it sure seems like he knew he was going to die.

 

[occ2]

I liked the tone of this post better and to be honest I think it would be appropriate because the Warrior himself never had a problem sharing his thoughts about the deceased. BUT... and there is a but. I'm curious to know which parts of those quotes you posted bothered you and why? He didn't say anything that wasn't true. Was it the delivery you didn't like? He was very blunt, but if you're fact checking you'll have a hard time discrediting the things he said. I think the Warrior said things the way he did to serve as a slap in the face. People get bogged down in political correctness and conversation goes no where when people won't even look at the facts because they don't want to hurt someone's feelings. I mean seriously, we talk about free speech but you're not allowed to say anything bad about MLK (even if it's true) without coming off as a racist. You can't talk about how people are taking advantage of government programs without sounding heartless. Why can you use statistics to find the location of stars but god forbid you use them to tell us who's more likely to mug you in the streets. The Warrior was right about political correctness. He was right about a lot of stuff.

Not to devolve this in to a political debate, but statistically, the people most likely to mug you in the street are poor, disenfranchised people - mostly addicts. Do more of these people come from one race than another? Maybe. Is that fact probably indicative of larger, systemic societal problems that we, as self proclaimed "civilized" people, should address? Absolutely.

It's not the statistical or factual accuracy of the Warrior's political statements that people disagree with, it's the inferences he drew from them. It's the failure, whether intentional or not, to recognize that the things that he rallied against had causes and implications beyond their face values. It was a perceived ignorance of the issues that he didn't help change by BEING so blunt.

All that being said, I was genuinely shocked and disturbed by the news when I heard it last night. The Ultimate Warrior is a nostalgic character for me - one that brings me back to a time in my life when the problems of society, their causes and the things people said about them didn't matter to me, and my thoughts were instead consumed by larger-than-life wrestling heroes.

Every time one of those guys passes, a generation loses another little bit of it's innocence. The fact that we have so little of it left makes news like this harder every time.

A terrible tragedy for his family. I truly hope that they had the chance to enjoy their last few days with him.

 

[The Warlord]

Interesting...every wrestler that has a twitter mentioned something about Warrior's death, except Shawn Michaels. Was there any bad blood between the two??

 

[123NewChamp]

Hello there everyone. I am another one of the shocked fans that were shocked to hear of Warrior's passing. Just some hours after appearing on Monday Night Raw for the first time in 18 years. He was full of life and in bright spirits. No one knew that would be the last time we would ever see him alive. But I was glad that not only I was alive to see him wrestle, but I was able to see him make peace with the WWE.

But there's a few lesson in this that I would like to share if I may. #1. We never know the time the minute nor the hour when God will call us on to our heavenly home. Cherish those you love, and every moment, from your parents, siblings, Children, to your favorite WWE Superstars and legends. When you watch them wrestle, or make a promo, take in every move, every submission hold, every catchphrase, every Peoples Eyebrow, Every Spina-Roony, Every Yes Chant, and Fandango Dance.

And #2. Whatever mess you have brewing with someone, forgive them. Who ever thought Warrior and McManon, Bret and McManhon, Bret and Shawn, would bury the beef they had between them? Don't transition on to glory with hatred in your heart. When that time comes, you don't want to die with none of that in your heart and in your mind.

To conclude this post, I will really really really miss the Ultimate Warrior. All we have are memories. But they are good memories. Like how his music would hit, and he'll sprint down to the ring, beat up his opponent and end the match in less than a minute and run back to the locker room leaving out with more energy than what he came in with. Or how I seen him take finishing moves like The Pedigree, and Jerry Lawler's piledriver, and get back up like it was nothing only to end the match in Ultimate Fashion. I was just watching his Summerslam bout from 1992 on Monday Night, and I'm glad to say that him and his Summerslam Opponet Macho Man Randy Savage (OOOOHHHHH YEAH) are now headlining the biggest main event in all of Heaven's history in that great Big Arena in the Sky. And all of it's wrestling fans up there are rejoicing. God brought one of his most boldest soldiers home, and what better soldier to bring in the ranks than a WARRIOR!!!! THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR!!!!!! #LoveYouWarrior.

 

[lowandmighty]

So many people loved The Ultimate Warrior. He will be missed.

My personal favourite match he had was the cage match at Summerslam 1990 where he exposed Rick Rude's ass. Even though both guys are gone now that memory will live with me forever.

Another legend gone.

 

[enviousdominous]

I'm glad that he was able to end his story his way before passing. He was able to do what few of us will ever be able to do. He was able to say goodbye and thanks to his fans before his untimely passing. We'll remember him how he wanted to be remembered and how he should be remembered. He made the show we love more exciting, and our memories of that make his image immortal.