Sid Eudy, the pro wrestler whose towering and intense presence intimidated competitors in WWF and WCW from the late ’80s to the early 2000s, has died, the WWE announced on Monday.
He was 63 years old.
“WWE is saddened to learn that Sid Eudy has passed away. WWE extends its condolences to Eudy’s family, friends and fans,” the wrestling promotion wrote on social media.
In a Facebook post, Eudy’s son, Gunnar, explained that his father had battled cancer for several years.
“He was a man of strength, kindness, and love, and his presence will be greatly missed,” Gunnar Eudy wrote, thanking those who kept his father in their thoughts and prayers.
Sid’s many names
Eudy, born in Arkansas but closely tied with Memphis, Tennessee, broke through in professional wrestling in the late 1980s, competing with regional promotions and at least one overseas company, where he brought his 6-foot-9, 300-pound frame to audiences.
Eudy was most noted for his ring names throughout his …