Rest in Peace- Ultimate Warrior Passes away at age 54

I am in shock. Less than 24 hours after appearing on Raw, the Ultimate Warrior left this earth. Full details have not been released at this time. It is reported that he collapsed outside of his hotel in Arizona. I am deeply saddened by this news, and my heart goes out to his wife and children.

RIP Warrior.

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