Terry Funk Dies: WWE Hall of Famer Passes Away at 79, Wrestling Fraternity Mourns Loss of Legend

WWE legend Terry Funk has passed away at the age of 79. Funk was inducted into WWE's coveted Hall of Fame in the year 2009 after a remarkable career. The news rocked the wrestling fraternity with tributes pouring in from all corners for the legend on social media platform X, formerly Twitter. WWE also paid condolences to the legendary wrestler's family and friends. "WWE is saddened to learn that WWE Hall of Famer Terry Funk has passed away at the age of 79," their post read. John Cena Set To Wrestle for the First Time in India! 16-Time World Champion 'Excited' To Be in Action at WWE Superstar Spectacle 2023 in Hyderabad.

Terry Funk Passes Away

WWE is saddened to learn that WWE Hall of Famer Terry Funk has passed away at the age of 79.

WWE extends its condolences to Funk’s family, friends and fans. pic.twitter.com/1elQq5ZkDn

— WWE (@WWE) August 23, 2023

'True Legend'

A true legend. RIP https://t.co/1zj3wZuofC

— Kane (@KaneWWE) August 23, 2023

Mic Foley's Tribute for Terry Funk

Terry Funk is gone. I just talked to Terry’s daughter, Brandee, who gave me the awful news. He was my mentor, my idol, one of the closest friends. He was the greatest wrestler I ever saw.

If you get the chance, look up a Terry Funk match or a Terry Funk promo, and give thanks… pic.twitter.com/WwdFLwXqZ0

— Mick Foley (@foleyispod) August 23, 2023

Ric Flair's Heartfelt Tribute

In My Entire Life, I’ve Never Met A Guy Who Worked Harder. Terry Funk Was A Great Wrestler, Entertainer, Unbelievably Fearless, And A Great Friend! Rest In Peace My Friend Terry Funk Knowing That No One Will Ever Replace You In The World Of Professional Wrestling! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/EYMAKOzxnx

— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) August 23, 2023

'An Icon of Our Industry'

Every night in cities all over the world, Terry Funk left it all in the ring for our business and for the fans. An icon of our industry.

My thoughts are with Terry’s family, friends and fans.

— Triple H (@TripleH) August 23, 2023

'Forever'

Forever…Forever…FOREVER!!! pic.twitter.com/jiTiAHDXBS

— Drew (@DMcIntyreWWE) August 23, 2023

'Rest Peacefully'

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May you rest peacefully. pic.twitter.com/FasmXbGqnU

— GUNTHER (@Gunther_AUT) August 23, 2023

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