Ultimate Warrior: Iconic wrestler in shock death aged 54

Just days after being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, superstar wrestler Ultimate Warrior died at the age of 54.

16:36 09 April 2014

Iconic wrestler Ultimate Warrior has died at the age of 54. The news that shocked the wrestling community came just days after he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame and just one night after he appeared on RAW. 

 

WWE has confirmed the news. In a statement, it said: "WWE is shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the passing of one of the most iconic WWE Superstars ever, The Ultimate Warrior.

 

"Warrior began his WWE career in 1987 and quickly went on to become one of the biggest stars in WWE history. Warrior became WWE Champion at WrestleMania VI, defeating Hulk Hogan in an epic encounter.

 

"We are grateful that just days ago, Warrior had the opportunity to take his rightful place in the WWE Hall of Fame and was also able to appear at WrestleMania 30 and Monday Night Raw to address his legions of fans.

 

"WWE sends its sincere condolences to Warrior’s family, friends and fans. Warrior was 54 and is survived by his wife Dana and his two daughters."

 

Details surrounding his death are yet to be released.