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Sid Eudy dead at 63: WWE legend nicknamed ‘Sycho Sid’ passes away after cancer battle as son posts tribute
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WWE legend Sid Sudy, known as Sycho Sid, has passed away at the age of 63.
The wrestling icon had battled cancer for the past several years.
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And his son confirmed the sad news in an online post.
Gunnar Eudy said: "Dear friends and family.
"I am deeply saddened to share that my father, Sid Eudy, has passed away after battling cancer for several years.
"He was a man of strength, kindness, and love, and his presence will be greatly missed.
"We appreciate your thoughts and prayers as we grieve this loss.
"Details for a memorial service will be shared soon. Thank you for your support."
Eudy’s wrestling career began in the 90s with WCW.
He later made the move to WWE, then known as WWF.
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And he became a fan favourite with his brilliant Sycho Sid character, as well as Sid Justice and Sid Vicious.
Eudy won six world championships during his career, with two belts apiece in WCW and WWE.
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His other two titles came in the USWA Unified World Heavyweight Championship.
While Eudy participated in some of wrestling’s most iconic matches.
He headlined two Wrestlemania events, first fighting Hulk Hogan in 1992 and then facing The Undertaker in 1997.
However, Eudy’s career came to a sudden end after suffering a bad leg injury in 2001.
He was diagnosed with cancer several years ago.
And tributes have poured in from wrestling fans around the world.
One said: “Damn too young, RIP big guy.”
Another declared: “RIP one of my favourites growing up.”
One noted: “He ruled the world, RIP Big Man, one of the best.”
Another added: “RIP, gutted to see this, made my childhood watching him battle with Taker.”
Several former wrestlers also paid tribute, with Marc Mero saying: “So sad to hear that friend and wrestling superstar Sid Eudy (Sid Vicious & Sid Justice) has passed away at 63 years young from cancer.
“He was one of the first wrestlers I wrestled when i was trying out for WCW.
“What a great guy. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends and his millions of fans.”
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Eric Bischoff added: “So very sad to hear of the passing of Sid Eudy. I have nothing but the fondest memories of working with Sid.
“My thoughts are with his family, friends, and fans.”
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