Wrestling Legend “Sycho” Sid Eudy Passes Away At Age 63
The family of “Sycho” Sid Eudy has announced the death of the former WWE and WCW World Champion.
It was announced by Sid Eudy’s son Gunnar Eudy on Facebook that his father Sid passed away after battling cancer. Sid was 63 years old. He was married with two sons, Gunnar and Frank.
In Memory of My Father, Sid Eudy
Dear friends and family,
I am deeply saddened to share that my father, Sid Eudy, has passed away after battling cancer for several years. He was a man of strength, kindness, and love, and his presence will be greatly missed.
We appreciate your thoughts and prayers as we grieve this loss. Details for a memorial service will be shared soon. Thank you for your support.
Sincerely, Gunnar Eudy
Sid’s career as a pro wrestler began in 1987 and as a 6-foot-9 powerhouse, he certainly stood out. He had significant runs with both WWE and WCW throughout his career. Sid wrestled his last match in August 2017 so he had an incredible 30 year run as a pro wrestler.
Sycho Sid Was A Former WWE And WCW World Champion
Wrestling fans will always remember the big man Sid in WWE as Sycho Sid or Sid Justice because he used multiple names throughout his career. He was a two-time WWE World Heavyweight Champion who also headlined WrestleMania 8 with Hulk Hogan and WrestleMania 13 with The Undertaker – two of the biggest names in the history of the business.
During his WCW career using the name Sid Vicious and he won their World Heavyweight Title twice as well. Many people will also remember that he suffered one of the most gruesome leg injuries in pro wrestling history during a WCW match in 2001.
The last time Sid appeared on WWE television was on the June 25, 2012, episode of Raw when he easily defeated Heath Slater. Sid was cheered heavily during that surprise appearance.
When WWE fans often talk about wrestlers who should be in the Hall of Fame, Sid’s name is often mentioned because he was a former WWE Champion and a main event performer for many years.
Below is the WWE.com biography about Sid’s career.
Everyone wants to rule the world. Sid just wanted it more.
One of the most brutal Superstars to ever terrorize WWE, the sadistic Sid brought an intensity that few could ever hope to contain. Just ask the litany of ring legends who have incurred his wrath — a hit list that includes Shawn Michaels, Hulk Hogan, Bret “Hit Man” Hart and many more.
If Sid’s imposing size and intimidating stature provided a physical advantage for the 6-foot-9 Superstar, the mind games he played against his opponents gave him a tactical edge. Though he initially introduced himself to the WWE Universe as the honorable Sid Justice, he quickly manipulated others to get himself ahead. He’d lure an ally into his comfort zone, only to betray them later as he did with The Hulkster or HBK. Or he would simply try to get in the heads of rivals like Jake “The Snake” Roberts or The Undertaker.
But was Sid as “Sycho” as they say? His results in the squared circle speak volumes about his strategy and skill. A two-time WWE Champion. A two-time WCW Champion. A United States Champion. From the day he arrived in WCW as one-half of the monolithic tag team The Skyscrapers to the moment he aligned himself with The Four Horsemen to the night he knocked off The Showstopper to win his first WWE title, Sid backed up his aggressive rants with authoritative performances in the ring.
If not for a catastrophic in-ring leg injury that cut his championship aspirations short in 2001, Sid’s successes would likely have stacked up against the best in WWE history. He remains a larger-than-life Superstar to all who saw him compete, with few, if any, looking for a rematch against the man who strived more than anyone to become the “Master and Ruler of the World.”
Everybody here at TJRWrestling sends our condolences and heartfelt prayers to the family, friends and fans of “Sycho” Sid Eudy. May he rest in peace.