The professional wrestling world was shocked to hear that “Rowdy” Roddy Piper had passed away in his sleep this past weekend from a cardiac arrest. Only 61-years-old, Piper was one of the biggest stars in the business and played a major role in the brand that WWE is today. Madison Square Garden even paid its respects to the wrestler-turned-pop-icon-star.
“Rowdy” Roddy Piper – one of the all-time great performers @TheGarden and friend to us all. You will be missed. pic.twitter.com/tDI37tGsDf
— MSG (@TheGarden) August 3, 2015
And when it came time for the WWE and its fans to pay tribute to one of its stars, it didn’t disappoint. The entire WWE universe saluted the kilt-wearing wrestler.
The #WWEUniverse at #RAW shows respect for Rowdy Roddy Piper! #ThankYouRoddy https://t.co/DUhGkSjNEb
— WWE (@WWE) August 4, 2015
We pay tribute to @WWE Hall of Famer “Rowdy” Roddy Piper. #ThankYouRoddy #RAW #HotRod http://t.co/71fQ3Lowah
— WWE (@WWE) August 4, 2015
He’s wreaking havoc in heaven now.
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