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WWE STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF RODDY PIPER

By Dave Scherer on 2015-07-31 19:13:14

WWE sent us the following:

WWE is deeply saddened that Roderick Toombs, aka “Rowdy” Roddy Piper – WWE Hall of Famer and Intercontinental Champion – passed away today at the age of 61.  WWE extends its sincerest condolences to Toombs’ family, friends and fans.”
 
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“Roddy Piper was one of the most entertaining, controversial and bombastic performers ever in WWE, beloved by millions of fans around the world. I extend my deepest condolences to his family.”
 

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