WWE and TNA, the two leading sports entertainment promotions, issued statements Friday on the death of “Macho Man” Randy Savage.
Savage, one of the most recognizable professional wrestlers of all time, died Friday after a heart attack while driving caused him to lose control of his vehicle. His car swerved across a concrete median, and he ultimately crashed into a tree. He was transported to the Largo Medical Center, TMZ says, where he died from his injuries.
His wife Lynn was in the car but did not suffer major injuries.
WWE, which will likely spotlight Savage’s career during Sunday’s “Over the Limit,” wrote, “WWE is saddened to learn of the passing of one of the greatest Superstars of his time, Randy Poffo, a.k.a. Randy “Macho Man” Savage. Poffo was under contract with WWE from 1985 to 1993 and held both the WWE and Intercontinental Championships. Our sincerest condolences go out to his family and friends. We wish a speedy recovery to his wife Lynn. Poffo will be greatly missed by WWE and his fans.”
TNA wrote, “TNA joins the entire wrestling world in mourning the passing of the legendary “Macho Man” Randy Savage
Savage was one of the most talented athletes to ever compete inside a wrestling ring. He truly transcended professional wrestling, becoming one of the true “icons” of our sport. Millions of wrestling fans grew up watching Savage battle other legends such as Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair, Ricky Steamboat and many more.
Savage appeared with TNA during our 2004 “Victory Road” and “Turning Point” events – memorable moments that wrestling fans will never forget.
TNA hopes all of our fans remember Randy Savage’s amazing life and career, and how he helped shape the sport as we know it today.”