Pro Wrestling World Honors WWE Hall of Famer 'Mr. Wonderful' Paul Orndorff
WWE Hall of Famer Paul Orndorff passed away at the age of 71 on Monday, and as soon as the news [...]
WWE's Statement
prevnextWWE is saddened to learn that WWE Hall of Famer "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff has passed away at the age of 71.
WWE extends its condolences to Orndorff’s family and friends.https://t.co/dtWZHJk3x3
— WWE (@WWE) July 12, 2021
Hulk Hogan
prevnextJust got slammed with the Paul Orndorff news,RIP my brother,love you and thank you for always making me fight for everything in our matches,heaven just got even more Wonderful,love U4LifeHH
— Hulk Hogan (@HulkHogan) July 12, 2021
A Strong Argument
prevnextI think there's an argument to be made that Paul Orndorff is one of the greatest to never hold a title in the WWF.
— Mr. Clerical Error Hayes (@MrWarrenHayes) July 12, 2021
Iron Sheik
prevnextPAUL ORNDORFF. MY BROTHER. YOU WERE THE TOUGHEST. WE TRAIN TOGETHER. WE RIDE TOGETHER. YOU WERE EXCELLENT BUBBA. I AM SO SAD I LOVE YOU FOREVER REST IN PEACE pic.twitter.com/RXovORjxVp
— The Iron Sheik (@the_ironsheik) July 12, 2021
Good Ol' JR
prevnextPaul Orndorff was a true, man’s man. A stud.
Condolences to Paul’s family and friends. 🙏🤠 https://t.co/e1wDZVGEcO
— Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) July 12, 2021
An Iconic Moment
prevnextOnly a few weeks ago, this historic moment turned 35 years old: The Great Betrayal, when Paul Orndorff turned on @HulkHogan
Listen to those boos!
Want to remember Mr Wonderful for moments like this.
— On This Day in WWE (@OTD_in_WWE) July 12, 2021
Other Companies
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of pro wrestling legend "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff. We offer our sincere condolences to his friends and family.
— IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING) July 12, 2021
Tragic news breaking this afternoon. The legendary Hall of Famer, ‘Mr.Wonderful’ Paul Orndorff has passed away, his son has confirmed on instagram. He was 71 years of age.
He will be sorely missed by the whole wrestling world. Rest In Power, Paul 💪❤️ pic.twitter.com/zjliVcM0Ci
— Wrestling Travel (@WrestlingTravel) July 12, 2021
MLW extends its condolences to the family, friends and fans of “Mr. Wonderful” Paul Orndorff. pic.twitter.com/r3Qho0JLKf
— Major League Wrestling (@MLW) July 12, 2021
prevnext"Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff has sadly passed away. A true legend of the sport. You will be missed, Mr. Wonderful. 😢😢🙏🙏
— FITE (@FiteTV) July 12, 2021
Simply Wonderful
prevnextJust now seeing the news about "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff passing away.....Paul should've been a World Champion....definitely in 1986 in WWF and could've been NWA Champ in 1982-83......one of the best performers in the business in his prime.... pic.twitter.com/dySEkYaWcC
— Kris Zellner (@KrisZellner) July 12, 2021
Triple H
prevnextA #WrestleMania main eventer, @WWE Hall of Famer, and one of the industry’s best bad guys. Our thoughts and sympathy are with his family at this difficult time. https://t.co/7UKP1s2yiI
— Triple H (@TripleH) July 12, 2021
Kane
prevnextPaul Orndorff, one of the all-time greats, has passed away. RIP, Mr. Wonderful.
— Kane (@KaneWWE) July 12, 2021
Ted DiBiase
prevMy heart and my prayers go out to the family of my friend and colleague, Mr. Wonderful, Paul Orndorff. Great wrestler and many great memories.
Rest In Peace my friend. pic.twitter.com/wmmAxtNpA5
— Ted DiBiase (@MDMTedDiBiase) July 12, 2021