WWE Stars React to Jimmy Superfly Snuka's Death
Today, the wrestling community lost one its legends as Jimmy 'Superfly' Snuka passed away. He was [...]
Today, the wrestling community lost one its legends as Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka passed away. He was 73-years-old. You can click here to read all about it.
As the news has begun to spread, retired and current wrestlers — including Hulk Hogan and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson — have been paying tribute to Snuka via their social media accounts. I've gone around collecting as many as I could. Click on "Start Slideshow" (above/below) to check them out.
So sorry to learn of the passing of the legendary Jimmy Snuka. His career had such a huge impact on my life. pic.twitter.com/I4JZP7XICJ
— Mick Foley (@RealMickFoley) January 15, 2017
Personally, I grew up a huge fan of the WWF (before it was forced to rebrand itself as the WWE), and one of my favorite wrestlers was Snuka, so today's news of his passing is quite sad. At the height of his career, there were hardly any acrobatic wrestlers of his ilk. He would beat his opponents with the highest high-flying assaults you ever saw. Seriously, nobody soared through the air with total abandon for his own safety like Snuka did. Plus, the colorful character and costume he presented in the ring made him easy to root for. Heck, I still remember crying like a baby — I was convinced wrestling was real — when Rowdy Roddy Piper smashed Snuka in the face with a coconut during Piper's Pit.
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to Snuka's family and friends.
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prevnextOur family @TaminaSnuka asked me to share the sad news that her dad Jimmy Snuka has just passed away. Alofa atu i le aiga atoa. #RIPSuperfly
— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) January 15, 2017
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prevnextRIP SuperFly ?? pic.twitter.com/aLgL6TxNae
— Charlotte Flair (@MsCharlotteWWE) January 15, 2017
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prevnextWhen I was 15, Jimmy Snuka was the first big name I ever refereed for. It was a very exciting day in my young life. pic.twitter.com/2Lbq3vWr1B
— jimmyjacobs.net (@JimmyJacobsX) January 15, 2017
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prevnextAs a kid you entertained me. As a co-worker you accepted me. THANK YOU!! I will never forget you. #RIPSuperfly WE LOVE YOU BRUDDAH!! pic.twitter.com/3SsKCzfHCs
— Bubba Ray Dudley (@bullyray5150) January 15, 2017
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prevnextRespect for the family of Jimmy Snuka! Can't help but shed a tear thinking of you... Much Love! @TaminaSnuka @WWE
— Curtis Axel (@RealCurtisAxel) January 15, 2017
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prevnext#RIPSuperfly one of the greatest icons in the history of our business. Sending our love and prayers to the entire family. https://t.co/AxmHKYrDj8
— Stephanie McMahon (@StephMcMahon) January 15, 2017
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prevnextJimmy Snuka was my 1st favourite wrestler, I love him & his family, so many great conversations w him that I'll treasure 4ever #superfly
— Santino Marella (@milanmiracle) January 15, 2017
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prevnextSad to hear about the passing of Jimmy Snuka. My heart and prayers go out to his family. Rest easy uce. Gods got you now. #RIPSuperfly
— Dustin Rhodes (@Goldust) January 15, 2017
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prevnextOne of the most iconic photos in wrestling. Before high risk was high fashion. Jimmy Snuka captured the imagination of us all. pic.twitter.com/1o1M3UBMpN
— Brian Heffron (@BlueMeanieBWO) January 15, 2017
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prevnext@TaminaSnuka my prayers and condolences go to you and your family ! He is another angel looking over you ! Stay strong girl. Much ❤️
— Dana Brooke WWE (@DanaBrookeWWE) January 15, 2017
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prevnextWhen asked how he was doing, the late Jimmy Snuka would smile and often say, "Lovely, Bruddah." #RIPSuperfly
— Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) January 15, 2017
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prevnextAlways representing the legacy.
— Roman Reigns (@WWERomanReigns) January 15, 2017
Malolo i le filemu. #RIPSuperfly
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prevnextSad to hear a LEGEND, Jimmy Snuka has passed. I was lucky enough to tag w/Snuka in ECW. Learned tons from him. #trailblazer #RIPSuperfly
— TAZ (@OfficialTAZ) January 15, 2017
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prevThank you for the education, thank you for being my friend Uncle Jimmy, everything will be "Lovely", see you down the road.#RIPSuperfly pic.twitter.com/xeWYJLM5U1
— Bill DeMott (@BillDeMott) January 15, 2017