Dusty Rhodes Passes Away (Tribute Thread)

[Forrest OAKADA]

WWE is deeply saddened that Virgil Runnels, aka “The American Dream” Dusty Rhodes — WWE Hall of Famer, three-time NWA Champion and one of the most captivating and charismatic figures in sports entertainment history — passed away today at the age of 69.

Runnels became a hero to fans around the world thanks to his work ethic, his impassioned interviews and his indomitable spirit. Moreover, Runnels was a dedicated father to WWE Superstars Goldust (Dustin Runnels) and Stardust (Cody Runnels), a caring husband and a creative visionary who helped shape the landscape of WWE long after his in-ring career had ended.

WWE extends its sincerest condolences to Runnels’ family, friends and colleagues.

Source: WWE.com

Man, this day sucks. First Christopher Lee and now we lose a legend in Dusty.

R.I.P Dusty Rhodes.

 

[Stopspot]

Hard Times, daddeh!

RIP true legend. One of the greatest talkers out there.

 

[Bort]

Fuck, first Lee and now this. Sad day. Rest in peace both of you. Dusty was one of my favorite old school dudes.

 

[Forrest OAKADA]

Even on commentary he was entertaining...

 

[The GOAT]

RIP.

 

[Stopspot]

He dined with kings and queens, and he dined in back alleys, on pork and beans.

 

[Prince Bálor]

That's sad news to hear.

R.I.P. Dusty

 

[Stopspot]

Summerslam 89. Dusty vs Honky Tonk man. Insane pre match promo

 

[Just Kevin]

Damn, RIP Dusty!

 

[GrammarNazi82]

First I found out Christopher Lee died, now Dusty. : Not a happy day.

 

[Farooq]

Rest in Peace Dusty Rhodes. Have fun with the matches there with Warrior and Savage :sad:

 

[WarMachine1]

Shocking and very unfortunate news to wake up to today. He looked to be in great health and overall happy, like I legit want to know what happened here. My thought to his family and if there's a time to drop the Stardust character, it's now.

RIP

 

[Stopspot]

Meltzer says he collapsed in his home. Kidney failure is suspected. But nothing is certain until a statement is made.

 

[Stopspot]

Also: the final bionic elbow.

 

[Aids Johnson]

Jesus, what a loss. I hope we get Cody vs Golddust in an american dream outfit to kick out the Stardust bullshit and get them back on track. Cody should be an upper midcarder IMO, and hopefully Dusty's passing gets them out from under the shovel.