Roddy Piper was one of the most entertaining, controversial and bombastic performers ever in WWE… (1/2)
— Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) July 31, 2015
…beloved by millions of fans around the world. I extend my deepest condolences to his family. (2/2)
— Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) July 31, 2015
Piper has had a profound influence on professional wrestling and even martial arts. Piper was trained by world-famous Judoka “Judo” Gene LeBell, who introduced him to the now-famous UFC champion, Ronda Rousey. Rousey pays homage to him in her nickname, “Rowdy.” She is set to face Bethe Correia Saturday at UFC 190.
Update:
TMZ.com is now reporting that his death was due to cardiac arrest while he was sleeping. TMZ actually interviewed him just a week earlier to discuss his thoughts on the controversy surrounding Hulk Hogan.
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