![Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://uknews.evprotec.com/tributes-paid-to-wwe-legend-terry-funk-after-death-aged-79/&media=https://uknews.evprotec.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/es_terry-funk_offplat.jpg&description=Breaking WRESTLING tragedy Published : 21:40, 23 Aug 2023 Updated : 21:51, 23 Aug 2023 WWE legend Terry Funk has died at the age of 79. The wrestling icon had a career that lasted more than 50 years in the industry. 2 WWE and wrestling legend Terry Funk has died aged 79 Credit: Getty 2 He also enjoyed an impressive acting career with roles in Road House, Rambo III, and Wildside Credit: Getty Mick Foley posted on social media: "Terry Funk is gone. I just talked to Terry's daughter, Brandee, who gave me the awful news. "He was my mentor, my idol, one of the closest friends. He was the greatest wrestler I ever saw. "If you get the chance, look up a Terry Funk match or a Terry Funk promo, and give thanks that this incredible man gave so much, for so long, to so many. "There will never be another like him. "May God bless Terry, his friends, family and all who loved him. RIP my dear friend - it was an honor to know you. #RIPTerryFunk." Among the first from the WWE universe to pay tribute to the Hall of Famer was Ric Flair. In a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, he wrote: "In My Entire Life, I've Never Met A Guy Who Worked Harder. "Terry Funk Was A Great Wrestler, Entertainer, Unbelievably Fearless, And A Great Friend! "Rest In Peace My Friend Terry Funk Knowing That No One Will Ever Replace You In The World Of Professional Wrestling!" Funk's cause of death has not been made public. More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at Sun Online. The-sun.com is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheSunUS and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheUSSun .){kind=link}
WWE legend Terry Funk has died at the age of 79.
The wrestling icon had a career that lasted more than 50 years in the industry.
Mick Foley posted on social media: “Terry Funk is gone. I just talked to Terry’s daughter, Brandee, who gave me the awful news.
“He was my mentor, my idol, one of the closest friends. He was the greatest wrestler I ever saw.
“If you get the chance, look up a Terry Funk match or a Terry Funk promo, and give thanks that this incredible man gave so much, for so long, to so many.