Wrestling Legend Bobby "The Brain" Heenan Dies Aged 73

Wrestling Legend Bobby "The Brain" Heenan Dies Aged 73

Some sad news for the wrestling world today as it's been revealed that legendary manager and commentator Bobby "The Brain" Heenan has passed away. Hit the jump for details and a look back at his career...

By JoshWilding - Sep 18, 2017 09:09 AM EST
Filed Under: WWE
Last night, it was announced that WWE Hall of Famer Bobby "The Brain Heenan" has died. A cause of death hasn't been revealed but he's been battling health issues for years. He revealed back in 2002 that he had been diagnosed with throat cancer and continued to fight that, having reconstructive jaw surgery in 2007, and later battling tongue cancer in 2013.

To WWE, WCW, and AWA fans, Heenan was an icon and is widely considered the greatest wrestling manager of all-time. He also had an underrated run as a wrestler and alongside Gorilla Monsoon, Heenan was part of one of best announce teams ever. 

Heenan was present at ringside for a long list of historic moments as he managed Andre the Giant at WrestleMania 3 and provided plenty of memorable moments when he served as a commentator for Ric Flair's Royal Rumble win in 1992. He was also there when Hulk Hogan joined the New World Order and provided a voice to the rise of Bill Goldberg in WCW.

It goes without saying that we're sending our thoughts and prayers to his friends and family at this time. Feel free to share your favourite memories of "The Brain" down below.
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