WWE News: WWE Legend Bobby Heenan passes away

Horrible news broke today, as it has been revealed that Bobby "The Brain" Heenan has passed away on September 17th, 2017.

Anyone associated with the sport, from wrestlers to writers to the fans of the industry, have commented on Twitter to send their condolences to Heenan's family and give their respects to the legend.

The news of Bobby "The Brain" Heenan's passing today gutted me. I loved our time together. No one ever did it better than the Wease.
— Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) September 17, 2017

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One of the greatest managers and announcers in WWE history. Our thoughts are with the Heenan family. pic.twitter.com/r9A3IJlSoP
— Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) September 18, 2017

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It goes without saying that we here at Sportskeeda would like to send our deepest condolences to Mr. Heenan's family. Rest in peace, sir. Truly, the wrestling world is darker without you here.

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