WWE legend Paul Bearer dies aged 58

The wrestling world is in mourning following the death of Paul Bearer.

Bearer, real name William Moody, passed away on Tuesday night at the age of 58.

Making his WWE debut in 1991 as The Undertaker’s manager, Moody’s spooky alter ego quickly became one of the most recognisable stars working for Vince McMahon.

And the tributes have been pouring in since the sad news was confirmed by McMahon’s sports entertainment company.

Triple H tweeted: "Rest in peace, Paul Bearer. You will never be forgotten. There will never be another.”

Wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, who had many memorable battles with The Undertaker and Bearer, added: “Very sad about Paul Bearer, he was a great person and one of the original boys.

“He was what made wrestling great. Much love.”

Standing out due to his ghostly white make-up and high-pitched voice, Bearer used his previous experience of working within the funeral business to great effect.

He often used the urn he carried as a weapon to aid The Undertaker and played a major role in the storyline when the WWE introduced Kane to the roster.

Moody left the WWE in 2002 but returned for a short spell two years later.

He was last seen on TV screens in 2012 and is fondly remembered by fans and grapplers alike.

Speaking on Twitter, former WWE world champion Shawn Michaels said: “I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Paul Bearer.

“Our prayers go out to him and his family. God bless!”

WWE superstar The Miz added: “Just found out Paul Bearer died tonight.

“He was always so nice when I talked to him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.”


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