Former WWE wrestler Darren “Droz” Drozdov has died at the age of 54, in keeping with a submit by WWE. In an announcement supplied to the community, his household confirmed that he died of pure causes.
“WWE is saddened to learn that Darren Drozdov passed away on Friday, June 30, at age 54,” the corporate wrote in a tweet. “WWE extends its condolences to Darren Drozdov’s family, friends and fans.”
Droz performed soccer at the University of Maryland earlier than taking part in for numerous groups within the NFL (New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles and Denver Broncos). He made his skilled wrestling debut with the WWE in 1998, and in addition grew to become generally known as Puke due to his capability to vomit on command [via Pro Wrestling Stories].
In October of ’99, Droz suffered a neck damage throughout a WWF SmackDown match towards D’Lo Brown that ended his wrestling profession as he grew to become quadriplegic. Eventually, he regained power in his higher physique, and thus he grew to become a write for WWE.
“We are sad to share our beloved Darren passed away this morning of natural causes. There are no words to convey the deep sense of loss and sadness we are feeling right now,” Droz’s household wrote of their assertion.
“We would like to extend our deepest appreciation to everyone. All of his fans, teammates, colleagues, and friends for all the love and support he received over the years. You all gave him meaning, purpose and something to live for. He loved each and every one of you and cherished the conversations, notes and letters he received. His faith in humanity never faltered, so know that for all the love you’ve shown him, he loved you back.
“We additionally would additionally prefer to thank WWE for treating him like household, and for all of their love, assist and stepping as much as make it possible for Darren at all times had the right care and therapy wanted to stay in his situation over the previous 24 years… He wouldn’t need anybody to be unhappy at this second and would wish to this to be a celebration of his life, to be remembered for all the nice issues that he completed, the enjoyable, the laughter, the nice reminiscences he shared with everybody.”
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Many WWE fans have taken to social media to pay tribute to Droz, including Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
“Man I’m so sorry to listen to considered one of our ring brothers has handed away. Darren Drozdov aka Droz. We wrestled on quite a lot of playing cards collectively,” he wrote. “Such an superior dude. Great character and nice wrestling expertise. We at all times talked about soccer and fishing. Sending love, power, mana and light-weight to his household. RIP brother.”
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Loudwire sends our condolences to Droz’s loved ones and fans. Rest in peace.
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