A six-time wrestling champion and WWE icon, Sid Eudy, passed away on Monday at the age of 63 after a prolonged battle with cancer, his family has announced.
Eudy, known to fans as Sid Justice, Sid Vicious, and Sycho Sid, gained prominence in the 1990s as one of the most formidable and fearsome competitors of his era, according to WWE.
His son, Gunnar Eudy, described him as “a man of strength, kindness, and love” who will be “greatly missed.”
Gunnar thanked supporters on Facebook, noting that the family appreciates their thoughts and prayers during this time of grief. He also mentioned that details for a memorial service would be provided soon.
Born on December 16, 1960, in Arkansas, Sid Eudy made his wrestling debut in 1989 with World Championship Wrestling (WCW), where he competed against legends such as The Four Horsemen and The Steiner Brothers.
In a statement, the WWE said: “Sid’s reputation as one of the toughest and most thrilling superstars cemented his legacy in WWE, and his influence can still be seen in wrestling rings around the world.
“WWE extends its condolences to Eudy’s family, friends and fans.”
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— WWE (@WWE) August 27, 2024
Eudy debuted in WWE as Sid Justice, the organisation said, where he served as the special guest referee at the SummerSlam 1991, which included WWE legend Hulk Hogan.
His wrestling career saw the two-time WWE champion (then called WWF) headline WrestleMania twice, and take home two wins at the WCW’s heavyweight championship.
WWE said the wrestler’s accolades would have continued had he not suffered “a catastrophic in-ring leg injury” in 2001.
Condolences poured on from fans and other professionals following his death.
Two-time WWE hall of famer Booker T Huffman said Eudy’s impact on wrestling was “undeniable”, adding that he “paved the way for so many of us”.
“Without Sid Vicious, I don’t think my brother and I would have made it to WCW…My deepest condolences to his family during this difficult time,” he wrote on X.
Eudy is survived by his wife Sabrina Paige and his two children.