Professional wrestler Sid Vicious dies at 63 after battle with cancer

The wrestling community has lost one of its legends.

Sydney “Sid Vicious” Raymond UdeThe professional wrestler known for his distinctive gaze and intensity has died after a long battle with cancer, his son has announced. Gunnar Audi He confirmed his death on social media, and he was 63 years old.

“He was a strong, kind, loving man and will be greatly missed,” Gunnar wrote of his father in a Facebook post on Aug. 26. “We appreciate your thoughts and prayers as we grieve this loss. Details of a memorial service will be shared soon. Thank you for your support.”

Sid burst onto the professional wrestling scene in 1989 after signing with World Champion Wrestling (WCW). He debuted with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) two years later under the name “Sid Justice” and was known, according to a statement from WWE, as one of the “most feared competitors of his generation.”

During his time in the wrestling industry, Sid fought against other greats including: sign ““The contractor” Callaway And the Four Horsemen group led by Ric Flair.