WWE Lead Tributes To Ole Anderson
Ole Anderson was one of the original members of the legendary Four Horseman and now WWE had led the tributes after his passing.
Ole Anderson formed the Four Horseman group in Jim Crockett Promotions in the eighties alongside Arn Anderson, JJ Dillon, Tully Blanchard, and Ric Flair. Together they run roughshod over rivals such as Dusty Rhodes, Nikolai Volkoff, and Sting. Anderson was eventually thrown out of the group when they welcomed in Lex Luger.
WWE Hall of Famer Ricky Morton broke the news on social media that Ole Anderson had passed away at the age of 81:
Rest in Paradise, Ole Anderson. You taught me so much in professional wrestling. You were tough as nails. You will be missed, my friend. ❤️
WWE & Wrestling World Pay Tribute To Ole Anderson
Ole Anderson’s passing was mentioned on Monday Night Raw by Michael Cole and the company paid tribute with a graphic for the star.
WWE is saddened to learn that Ole Anderson has passed away.
WWE extends its condolences to Anderson's family, friends, and fans. pic.twitter.com/LmG4sCKu3y
— WWE (@WWE) February 27, 2024
More tributes to the late star came from AEW as well as wrestling stars of the past and present. Many of these can be read below.
AEW and the wrestling world mourn the passing of the legendary Ole Anderson. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and his fans. pic.twitter.com/xAJbZ8OeSs
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) February 27, 2024
The NWA sends its condolences to the family, friends and fans of the legendary Ole Anderson pic.twitter.com/omiMZIAdmN
— NWA (@nwa) February 27, 2024
I watched him wrestle thousands of times
He was great at his job
Heel or babyface
RIP Ole Anderson pic.twitter.com/d4A4pzMmyd— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) February 27, 2024
Godspeed, Ole Anderson. My heart goes out to his family and friends. Grateful for your myriad contributions to our sport. Rest well, sir. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/e3g53K043p
— Adam Pearce (@ScrapDaddyAP) February 27, 2024
Rest In Peace Ole Anderson….
— Brian Heffron aka The Blue Meanie (@BlueMeanieBWO) February 27, 2024
RIP Ole Anderson. #NWA#prowrestling#CrockettPromotionspic.twitter.com/lJakVnl2xN
— Baby Doll the Perfect 10 (@nicklaroberts) February 27, 2024
Sorry to hear about the death of Ole Anderson. One of the major characters in pro wrestling of the 70s and 80s. Excellent talker and great heel.
— Dave Meltzer (@davemeltzerWON) February 27, 2024
Ole Anderson was not part of the Four Horsemen’s induction into the WWE Hall of Fame – along with several other members of the group from over the years. He had a contentious relationship with Vince McMahon over the years which many believe to him being the only original member to be overlooked.