Professional wrestling veteran Bruno Sammartino, who attended the WWE Hall of Fame induction ceremony alongside "Warrior" -- an inductee -- last week, told CBS', He added, "He had two beautiful little daughters that he has, and they were on stage with him. $33.49. ECW Press. [53] Warrior challenged for Goldust's Intercontinental Championship at In Your House 7; Warrior won the match by countout, but did not win the title. Best known by his ring name The Ultimate Warrior, he wrestled for the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) from 1987 to 1992, as well as a short stint in 1996. Jonathan Bachman/AP Images for WWE. By SyanArt. For the third consecutive year, Warrior was the sole survivor for his team. Fun fact: Enzo (no relation to Mr. Amore) was born right in between Jeff Hardy and Mickie James, and a full decade before Ember Moon. [47], Between November 1992 and July 1995, Warrior was semi-retired. The Ultimate Warrior was a force to be reckoned with during his superstar run in the WWF and WCW. He was 54. Jim Hellwig - IMDb The Ultimate Warrior, one of the most famous professional wrestlers of all time, died of a heart attack at the very young age of 54 on April 8, 2014, just days after he was inducted into the World Wrestling Hall of Fame. [108][109][110] Reportedly almost immediately after Warrior's death, WWE sent two senior officials to Arizona to assist his widow in handling personal things such as grocery shopping so that she could focus on being with her and Warrior's daughters.[111]. Warrior formed a tag team with Lance Von Erich, and the duo began competing for the WCWA World Tag Team Championship. The third was his loss to Hogan at Halloween Havoc, in what is considered by many to be one of the worst wrestling matches ever staged. Warrior disputes McMahon's explanation, claiming that the real reason why he did not show up to those events was a breach of contract by McMahon, in which WWF sold Warrior's merchandise without giving him a percentage. There were no signs of foul play, Clark said. 101 of the top 500 singles wrestlers of the "PWI Years" in 2003, This page was last edited on 20 February 2023, at 19:31. The WWE said Warrior, who legally changed his name from James Hellwig to his wrestling moniker, died Tuesday. Bruce Prichard stated that Vince McMahon did not know what a "Dingo" Warrior was, but because there was the "Modern Day Warrior" Kerry von Erich and The Road Warriors there should not be one more simple warrior, but the Ultimate Warrior. The "Ultimate Warrior" Dies at the age of 54 - Tranquility Funeral Services Two years later, he joined World Championship Wrestling (who had tried to hire him in 1995), being used in a much-maligned storyline with Hogan, which culminated at Halloween Havoc. The news of his death was announced by WWE who stated: The Ultimate Warrior: Dark Side of the Ring - What We Learned During his time away from the WWF, Warrior opened the short-lived "Warrior University", a professional wrestling school based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Actor: WrestleMania VI. But based on his conversations with his brother shortly before his death, Jay Hellwig said that Warrior was out of money and miserable, and at a point where Dana and their two daughters were allegedly about to leave him. The Greatest Moments in Imagery & Video of the Most Intense and Entertaining Wrestler Ever The Ultimate Warrior! See photos of Ultimate Warrior and more great wrestlers in our Legends of Wrestling photo gallery. Case 2:06-cv-00535-ROS. At WrestleMania VI, Warrior won the WWF Championship in a title vs. title match over Hulk Hogan, making him the first wrestler to hold both titles concurrently. On board of directors for Jim Murray Memorial Foundation. Ultimate Warrior - Death, Career & Facts - Biography Here's Why #CancelNancyGrace Was Trending on Twitter - E! Online Born William Alvin Moody, he will most likely be remembered by his ring names 'Paul Bearer' and 'Percival Pringle III', as a professional wrestling manager for World Class Championship Wrestling (WCCW) and World Wrestling Federation (WWFlater WWE). As a teenager, he. Scottsdale, Ariz., police spokesman Sgt. INCLUDES: ULTIMATE WARRIOR vs. HULK HOGAN - Title vs. The match came to an end when Horace Hogan hit Warrior in the back with a chair, allowing Hogan to score the pinfall. [27] This led to a match at WrestleMania IV, where Warrior was victorious in his pay-per-view debut. How I would have Loved to be a part of Warrior University. He made his comeback at WrestleMania VIII (to rescue Hulk Hogan from a beat down at the hands of Sid Justice and Papa Shango). He won both the inaugural SummerSlam in 1988 and the Survivor Series of that year. He was the oldest of five children and was raised by his mother (along with, later, his stepfather) after his father left his family when he was 12. The Ultimate Warrior Net Worth. He wanted a bigger cut of merchandise . [66] The next day, Warrior appeared at WrestleMania XXX, and the following night delivered a promo on Raw, his first appearance on the show since his final televised WWF match in 1996. Warrior pinned Hogan after a Warrior Splash to become the only wrestler to hold both championships simultaneously. [57] Warrior's debut promo also unexpectedly lasted over 27 minutes, which was more than 20 minutes over its allotted time and forced Eric Bischoff to do a massive rewrite of Nitro on the spot, including re-adding a commercial break that was supposed to take place during the promo. Wrestling fans around the world grieves for his loss. [116], In 2021, Warrior's life was chronicled on A&E's Biography: WWE Legends and Viceland's Dark Side of the Ring. The Ultimate Warrior, who has died aged 54, was one of the most recognisable stars of the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) circuit of the late 1980s and early '90s, winning millions of fans. The news comes just days after Warrior, who was born James Hellwig but legally changed his name in 1993, was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. [39][40], Following WWF's annual SummerSlam event, Warrior was handed a letter dated August 26, 1991, from McMahon, saying Warrior was suspended effective immediately. Warrior was finally revived by the officials performing CPR. Later, while he was attending Life University in Marietta, Georgia, he won the Junior Atlanta contest and placed 5th at the 1981 AAU Collegiate Mr. America. Warrior was admittedly a heavy user of steroids during his professional wrestling career. The Ultimate Warrior, a late 1980s icon of professional wrestling who was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame on Saturday, died Tuesday at 54. WWE wrestlers death. The Ultimate Warrior: five career-defining moments Roberts then uttered, "Never trust a snake. WWE: Ultimate Warrior - The Ultimate Collection [DVD] Less than a year after his WWF television debut, Warrior, a surprise substitute for the injured Brutus Beefcake, won the Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship, defeating The Honky Tonk Man in a 27-second squash match at the inaugural SummerSlam on August 29, 1988, and ending Honky Tonk's long reign at 454 days. It will be interesting to hear Dana Warrior's side of the story, though she has yet to issue any comment as of this writing. The feud never took place, as Warrior was involved in an alleged pay dispute with WWF owner Vince McMahon over the SummerSlam main event, where Warrior was teamed with Hulk Hogan in a handicap match against Sgt. [26] As champion, he captained a team at Survivor Series '88, where he was the sole survivor, pinning Outlaw Ron Bass and Greg Valentine in succession to win the match for his team. Weeks before the event, Warrior was released for disputed reasons and replaced by Mr. Warrior maintained a blog on his personal website titled "Warrior's Machete", where he discussed his personal life, his personal views on politics, sexuality, patriotism, and his legacy as a wrestler, amongst other topics. Ultimate Creations Inc. vs. WWE Inc. Norfolk Southern train derails in Springfield, Ohio, At least 12 dead after winter storm slams South, Midwest, Trump speaks at CPAC after winning straw poll, 3 children killed, 2 others wounded at Texas home, Man charged for alleged involvement in 2 transformer explosions, Nikki Haley slams potential GOP contenders, and Trump and George W. Bush, Duo of 81-year-old women plan to see the world in 80 days, Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant to "take some time away" from the team after allegedly brandishing a gun in a club, Alex Murdaugh trial: What to know about the double murder case, Tom Sizemore, actor known for "Saving Private Ryan" and "Heat," dies at 61, School shooting survivor has emotional audition on "American Idol", 2023 Oscars: Watch scenes from the best picture nominees, How the creator of Dilbert went from star to "train wreck", Ed Sheeran reveals wife was diagnosed with tumor while pregnant. Case 2:06-cv-00535-ROS. [66], Warrior had been largely alienated from his peers in professional wrestling in the decade before his death, and was sometimes described as a bitter man on bad terms with various wrestling figures such as Vince McMahon, Hulk Hogan and Jake Roberts. Owen Hart's unfortunate passing in May 1999 was completely unrelated . April 14, 2014 / 5:17 PM The court ruled that Warrior was legally entitled to use the gimmick, costuming, face paint designs, and mannerisms of the "Warrior" character. ", "Interview with the Ultimate Warrior Part 2 of 4", "On This Day in Pro Wrestling History 20 Years Ago, the Ultimate Warrior missed Survivor Series 1992", "Ultimate Warrior: Legend of The Ultimate Warrior Special Summary", "DVD Review: Burgan reviews Shoot Interview with the Ultimate Warrior WWE, WCW, Von Erichs, Sting", "Matches Ultimate Warrior Wrestlers Database CAGEMATCH the Internet Wrestling Database", "WWE WrestleMania Countdown 1996 PPV Report (WM 12): Shawn Michaels vs. Bret Hart Iron Man match, Ultimate Warrior vs. The Ultimate Warrior and Shawn Michaels would share the ring at Survivor Series 1989 in the main event defeating the Heenan family. Mark Clark said he collapsed while walking with his wife to their car at a hotel and was pronounced dead at a hospital. Warrior's induction into the WWE Hall of Fame on Saturday ended an 18-year absence from the company, and he announced he had signed a multiyear deal with the company to serve as an official ambassador. [81] The DVD has provoked some controversy due to Warrior's own allegations of libel by WWE against him. Warrior was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame on Saturday in New Orleans and spoke inside the ring during Monday's "WWE Raw. Ultimate Warrior | WWE Wiki | Fandom Apr 9, 2014, 12:55 AM EDT | Updated Apr 10, 2014. He was reinstated as champion upon returning, but vacated it once more upon resigning from WCCW to join the World Wrestling Federation, where he adopted the ring name The Ultimate Warrior. Dennis winship Lynn massachusetts, Watch on wrestling wwe smack down was big fan,deep lost most wonderful person in made it in the Hall of Fame each wrestler ,passway tell this day i memories them I wrestling every Friday night wwe smack down watch ch 17 love Melinda, Watch wrestling smashdown, warrior,like him good person, lot of love,tell this day Friday night wwesmachdown sometime look bac memory al old wrestler,miss watch the old wrestler on tv each one rest in price your fan Melinda from Nashville tn. [36], On July 10, 1991, Warrior sent a letter to McMahon requesting inclusions in his new WWF contract. [96], An autopsy revealed Warrior died of a heart attack caused by atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. [56] Highlights of the storyline included Warrior kidnapping and "converting" The Disciple and frequent instances of "magic smoke" knocking out all of the nWo members except for Hollywood Hogan and covering Warrior's movement through a trapdoor in the ring. The one thing they had in common: they both were very outspoken! After switching managers to Percival Pringle III, Warrior turned babyface permanently after a falling out with fellow Pringle proteges Buzz Sawyer and Matt Borne after a six-man tag match. Sadly, days after his honored induction, he passed away. The WWE said Warrior, who legally changed his name from James Hellwig to his. A tribute to the memory of The Ultimate Warrior: Raw, April 14, 2014 Some said Warrior died from liver failure due to years of steroid abuse or that his signature arm tassels cut off his blood circulation. In the same clip he spoke positively about Vince McMahon for the first time on his channel. "No WWE talent becomes a legend on their own," Warrior said. [17] The Warrior was booked for a WWF Championship match against then-champion, "Macho Man" Randy Savage at SummerSlam in August 1992. The WWE said Warrior, who legally changed his name from James Hellwig to his wrestling moniker, died Tuesday. Maricopa County spokeswoman Cari Gerchick says that's the finding from an autopsy conducted Thursday by the county Medical Examiner's Office. They held the Championship until December 1 of that year, when they lost to Al Madril and Brian Adias.[18]. Hellwig was "Blade Runner Rock" and Borden was "Blade Runner Sting". James Hellwig was just recently inducted in the WWE hall of fame. Ultimate Warrior on Undertaker's Funeral Parlor - YouTube They looked so proud.". Warrior occasionally referenced his respect for the Founding Fathers of the United States, and also enjoyed books like Homer's Odyssey and James Allen's As a Man Thinketh. See photos of Ultimate Warrior and more great wrestlers in our Legends of Wrestling photo gallery. He ended his letter with "Whatever your decision, I can and will live with it. Denver Post/Getty Images He was 54-years-old. Dr. A's weekly risers and fallers: Jeremy Sochan, Christian Wood make the list, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Former columnist and writer after five years with Sports Illustrated, Markazi has also written for Slam, King, Vibe and Playboy. Sign up for BINGE to watch. "[126] Vice wrote that "completely whitewashing his past and elevating his likeness to a bland symbol of corporate altruism is shockingly tone-deaf, especially for a company that's at least outwardly trying to appear progressive, inclusive and diverse". Scottsdale, Ariz., police spokesman Sgt. Descend into Parts Unknown, load the spaceship with the rocket fuel and unleash this 3-Disc set, but beware. "[107] With Warrior's reconciling with the professional wrestling industry just before his death, some of his former adversaries offered their condolences. Since I last updated this site a lot has happened, I've gotten a few new items and the biggest news of all is that Warrior man himself has passed away..This was really . Ultimate Creations Inc. vs. WWE Inc. He was 54. This involved Roberts giving Warrior three "tests" shown on WWF television in consecutive weeks. [78], Warrior and the WWF engaged in a series of lawsuits and legal actions in 1996 and 1998,[79] where both parties sought a declaration that they owned the characters, Warrior and Ultimate Warrior, under both contract and copyright law. (2003). So his wife wouldnt leave him., RELATED: DANA WARRIOR RESPONDS TO DOLPH ZIGGLER MOCKING HER HUSBAND. He will be truly missed. The Warrior won the match by count-out, but not the title. Slaughter, Colonel Mustafa, and General Adnan. Warrior accepted the invitation and abandoned his bodybuilding career as well as his plans to become a chiropractor.[10][11][12]. [60], WCW claimed that attempts were made to save the storyline though Warrior has claimed in interviews and convention appearances that the only reason he was brought back was so Hogan could get a win over Warrior in return for Hogan's WrestleMania job. WWE: Ultimate Warrior: The Ultimate Collection (Blu ray) [Blu-ray] "No WWE talent becomes a legend on their own," he said. [106] Warrior was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame on April 5, 2014, the night before WrestleMania XXX. There were numerous instances where Warrior used his blog to address his viewpoint on members of his wrestling past (Vince McMahon, Road Warrior Animal, The British Bulldog, Owen Hart, Hulk Hogan, Lex Luger);[88] historical (Martin Luther King Jr., George Washington) or religious figures (Jesus). Through rare archival footage and in-depth interviews, each episode explores a different Legend and their immense impact in the WWE universe and on pop culture. RELATED: 15 INSANE REAL-LIFE STORIES OF THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR. From $19.84. Watch every Premium Live Event and enjoy some of your favorite WWE content on Disney + HotStar. In 1993, he legally changed his name to the mononym "Warrior" and was credited as a co-writer for a comic book based on his name and likeness. The Ultimate Warrior speaks during the WWE Hall of Fame Induction at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, April 5, 2014. He was 54. Till today i search for matches where he gorilla pressed other wrestlers. [6], Prior to his career in professional wrestling Hellwig was an amateur bodybuilder,[7] competing in a number of NPC contests and winning the 1984 NPC Mr. Georgia crown. In 1996, Warrior published a comic book titled Warrior, featuring himself as the main character. In March 1986, the Freedom Fighters now known as the Blade Runners joined the Oklahoma-based Universal Wrestling Federation (UWF). He won the championship in front of 67,678 fans at Toronto's SkyDome in a match billed as "The Ultimate Challenge." She married Savage (real name Randy Poffo) on December 30, 1984 in Frankfort, Kentucky. The Ultimate Warrior, whose real name is James Brian Hellwig, passed away days after being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. [21] Warrior made his final appearance with WCCW in June 1987. Warrior dressed in face paint, had tassels dangling from his super-sized biceps and sprinted to the ring when his theme song hit. Ultimate Creations Inc. vs. WWE Inc. Associated Press Writer Paul Davenport in Phoenix contributed to this report.Copyright 2014 The Associated Press. About the Show. The Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office will conduct an autopsy Thursday, county spokeswoman Cari Gerchick said. ", "WWE is shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the passing of one of the most iconic WWE superstars ever, The Ultimate Warrior," read a statement from the company. WEB. Hogan said, "RIP WARRIOR. The Tragic Death of WWE Legend The Ultimate Warrior - Sportscasting 2023 ABC News Internet Ventures. Never Underestimate an Old Man That Rides a Motorcycle Premium T-Shirt. The warrior was captivating. [8] Hellwig started training with weights when he was 11 years old and described himself as "the small, insecure kid who wasn't into any sports". "[121] Former WWE ring announcer Justin Roberts expressed disappointment at how WWE used portions of Warrior's Hall of Fame speech to promote the award, but left out Warrior's intentions of honoring WWE's off-screen employees. [92] He also used the blog to post replies to letters from fans. Best known by his ring name The Ultimate Warrior, he wrestled for the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) from 1987 to 1992, as well as a short stint in 1996. [46] However, in Warrior: The Ultimate Legend, McMahon claims that it was Warrior's experimenting with growth hormone which led to his departure; Warrior was suspended and, in return, skipped dates as he took offense to McMahon's actions. High quality Ultimate Warrior Funeral-inspired gifts and merchandise. Warrior returned to the WWF at WrestleMania XII, but lasted four months, as he began no-showing events. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . [69], Warrior married Shari Lynn Tyree on October 2, 1982. Warrior haters lose again, "WARRIOR NEWS: Report Reported circumstances of Ultimate Warrior's death in Phoenix", "WARRIOR NEWS: Report Warrior appeared to be "very sick" prior to death, Hall of Fame special includes Warrior message, Jim Ross blogs on Warrior's legacy", "Ultimate Warrior autopsy: Wrestler died of heart disease", "Ultimate Warrior suffered fatal heart attack autopsy shows", "WWE.com Ultimate Warrior talks about his legendary career: WWE.com Exclusive", "Clash of the Toy-tans II: John Cena vs. The Ultimate Warrior, one of the most colorful stars in pro wrestling history, has died, the WWE said. George Napolitano/Retna Ltd./Corbis In this Aug. 5, 1992 file photo the Ultimate Warrior is seen in the ring. The Warrior has not only made it a living by living in another reality he also has made it his life. Document 178 P.January 3, 2006. [48], In January 1993 he wrestled as the Dingo Warrior, defeating Hercules Hernandez in Billerica, Massachusetts, for Killer Kowalski's International Wrestling Federation. Case 2:06-cv-00535-ROS. Warrior claimed that if WWE wanted to induct him into the WWE Hall of Fame they would have "to tell the right story" opposite of the one depicted in the 2005 DVD. First competing on house shows under his Dingo Warrior moniker, he defeated the likes of Steve Lombardi, Barry Horowitz and Iron Mike Sharpe. The ulitmate warrior was one of the best wrestlers ever. Superstars -- July 25, 1992. They had a different level of commitment for the business and approached life in very different ways. [1] A rematch with Intercontinental Champion Goldust, on the May 27 episode of the show, ended in a double countout, thus eliminating both men from the tournament and eventually giving Vader a bye into the semi-finals. Originally, Warrior was asked to help with the production of the DVD, but as he refused to work with WWE (citing he did not want to be associated with their promotion), there had been some resulting animosity between Warrior and WWE over the Warrior claiming bias on the part of WWE. We just had a great talk & buried a senseless hatchet. When The Ultimate Warrior died in 2014, it was probably the most eerie deaths in pro wrestling. Worse, the report also alleges that his wife, Dana, was on the verge of leaving him. First published on April 14, 2014 / 5:17 PM. 17 talking about this. The Ultimate Warrior visits the Funeral Parlor: Superstars, April 13 Perfect. A later autopsy report would reveal that he died of . 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He collapsed April 8 while walking with his wife, Dana Hellwig, to their car at a Scottsdale hotel and was pronounced dead at a. He beat Hulk Hogan in a memorable match at Wrestlemania in 1990. Warrior was just inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. / CBS/AP. The Ultimate Warrior, one of the most colorful stars in pro wrestling history, has died, the WWE said. Specifically, according to TMZ, he and his wife were walking outside a hotel when he clutched his chest and collapsed. 'Dark Side of the Ring' will show side of Ultimate Warrior we haven't seen So, how much is The Ultimate Warrior worth at the age of 55 years old? Sign up for Peacock to watch. In what would be his last public appearance, Warrior put on his mask one last time in the center of the ring and addressed a sold-out crowd at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans on Monday. He was 54. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Ultimate Warrior Wildness Savage, who died in 2011, Hogan and Warrior were all enormous personalities with gaudy costumes and memorable catchphrases. While speaking on the Grilling JR podcast, Jim Ross discussed The Ultimate Warrior once again. [26] In early 1988, Warrior entered into his first real WWF feud with fellow strongman Hercules Hernandez. The ultimate warrior died of a massive heart attack. He was 54. Case 2:06-cv-00535-ROS. Elizabeth Ann "Miss Elizabeth" Hulette - Find a Grave The WWF refused to accept the letter since Warrior was under contract until September 1992. [67][68] During what turned out to be his final public appearance, Warrior gave a speech to the fans and wrestlers past and present as his Ultimate Warrior character. [112] The WWE Network aired a lineup dubbed "Warrior Week" in Warrior's memory. They divorced in 1992. [58], Warrior only participated in three matches in WCW. Plus, get every WWE Premium Live Event, your favorite shows, new movies, live sports, and more. Funeral Parlour with Ultimate Warrior (WWF, April 1991) 2,839,317 views Feb 12, 2008 7.4K Dislike Share Save picatostes67 9.24K subscribers Funeral Parlour segment (hosted by Paul Bearer), with. Among other things, McMahon said, "You threatened to stay at home thereby not even appearing at Titan's major summer pay-per-view event SummerSlam. Visit Sony LIV to sign in or sign up and enjoy WWE's premium content. Following a few confrontations with Hogan, most notably at the 1990 Royal Rumble, the Warrior was written in as Hogan's opponent in the main event for WrestleMania VI at the SkyDome in Toronto. [43], With Hulk Hogan about to leave WWF between mid-1992 and early-1993, McMahon contacted Warrior about returning. And now to see her stand up like she has something to say thats worth listening too [sic], its pathetic. In conclusion, Jay Hellwig acknowledged that The Ultimate Warrior was no saint and was, as he sees it, a controlling, self-centered narcissist. At the end of the day, however, they were still brothers. Funeral Parlour with Ultimate Warrior (WWF, April 1991) The Ultimate Warrior's income source is mostly from being a successful Wrestler. [94] According to reports, Warrior clutched his chest and collapsed at 5:50p.m. while walking to his car with his wife outside of their hotel in Arizona. [63], On February 20, 2013, Warrior confirmed on his official YouTube channel that he would appear at "WrestleCon" on April 7, 2013. Wear a mask, wash your hands, stay safe. The WWE said Warrior, who legally changed his name from James Hellwig to his. Plus, get every WWE Premium Live Event and the worlds best TV and movies. As Warrior, weakened from the effects of the cobra's strike, Roberts made a heel turn and was joined by the Undertaker and Paul Bearer, revealing the three were working together all along. [31], Warrior was inserted into the feud between The Legion of Doom and Demolition, leading to victories for the Warrior and LOD in six-man tag team matches in house shows as well as the October 13, 1990 airing of Saturday Night's Main Event XXVIII. As we mentioned above, it's quite a thing to talk about your brother's marital and financial problems, and call his wife a gold-digger. [2] WWE described him as being "As devastating and intense as any Superstar who stepped through the ropes", further saying that "The Ultimate Warrior may be the most enigmatic man to ever hold the WWE Championship. There is a dispute over who created the full Ultimate Warrior name. [84], Warrior formally retired from wrestling in 1999 and had a short-lived career as a conservative speaker and commentator, partnering with conservative spokesman Daniel Pinheiro, denouncing left-wing politics. Dennis Winship Lynn Massachusetts. Ultimate Warrior Collection. "[35] The stage was now set for a feud between the Warrior and Roberts. 2014 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. Till then I remain home with one who cares". He was rushed to the hospital where he was pronounced dead at age 54. They were quickly turned heel under "coach" Buddy Wayne[14] and soon afterwards manager Dutch Mantel. The Ultimate Warrior, one of the most colorful stars in pro wrestling history, has died, the WWE said. Best Known For: Ultimate Warrior was a professional wrestling champion and WWE Hall of Famer who thrilled fans with his immense strength and high-energy performances. [17] Warrior went on to feud with Savage, and the rivalry culminated in a "Career-Ending" match at WrestleMania VII which Warrior won, forcing Savage to retire.