Wrestling legend Sycho Sid made a last-ditch desperate plea to WWE just a month before he died as 63-year-old’s heartbreaking tweet goes viral

By James On Aug 27, 2024

Sid Eudy – also known as ‘Sycho Sid’ – made a desperate appeal for WWE to induct him into the wrestling Hall of Fame on social media – just a month before he died.

Eudy’s son Gunner shared the news via a statement on Facebook on Monday afternoon that his father had passed away at the age of 63 after a long battle with cancer.

Gunnar posted: ‘Dear Friends and Family, I am deeply saddened to share that my father, Sid Eudy, has passed away after a years-long battle with cancer. He was a man of strength, kindness and love, and his presence will be greatly missed.

The statement continued: “We appreciate your thoughts and prayers as we mourn this loss. Details for a memorial service will be shared soon. Thank you for your support.”

Fans from around the world took to social media to pay their respects to the wrestling legend, while others took notice of the 63-year-old’s recent tweet pleading with WWE.

Sid Eudy – also known as ‘Sycho Sid’ – made a desperate appeal to the WWE to induct him into the wrestling Hall of Fame just a month before he died

The 63-year-old sent out a tweet last month asking for a spot in the WWE Hall of Fame

Eudy told X (formerly known as Twitter) on July 29, “Hopefully 2025 will be the year I get inducted into the WWE Hall Of Fame. Time is ticking, so it’s now or never for me. With Vince McMahon gone, the company is more open to suggestions. Triple H needs to listen to the voices of my fans.”

The tweet has been retweeted 292 times with 1.9k likes and 183 comments, with most of the comments coming from fans calling on WWE to grant his dying wish.

Eudy was born on December 16, 1960 in West Memphis, Arkansas and began his wrestling career in the mid-80s after being trained by Tojo Yamamoto, a respected figure in the wrestling world.

Sid initially wrestled under the name ‘Lord Humongous’, a character inspired by the villain from the film Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior. The character was known for wearing a hockey mask and for his silent but menacing demeanor.

Sid’s big break came in the late 1980s when he was signed to Jim Crockett Promotions (JCP), which later became WCW. He adopted the ring name “Sid Vicious,” a nod to the famous punk rock musician.

Sid was paired with Dan Spivey to form ‘The Skyscrapers’, a tag team that showcased his strength. Known for their size and aggression, The Skyscrapers dominated the tag team scene for a short period. However, injuries and backstage problems caused the team to fall apart, and Sid moved on to singles competition, where his career really began to take off.

In 1991, Sid made his debut in the WWF (now known as WWE), renaming himself “Sid Justice”. Initially introduced as a babyface, he was later positioned as a special guest referee for the main event of that year’s Summer Slam, which featured Hulk Hogan and The Ultimate Warrior.

Eudy was a whopping 2.05 meters tall and was world champion six times during his career

Eudy has headlined two WrestleManias in his career, competing against some big names

Sid’s alliance with the fans did not last long, however, and he soon turned heel, aligning himself with the villains in the WWF. His heel turn was cemented when he attacked Hulk Hogan on an episode of Saturday Night’s Main Event, setting up a major match between the two at WrestleMania VIII in 1992.

Although Sid was defeated by Hogan via disqualification at WrestleMania VIII, his position as the company’s biggest villain had already been established.

Sid’s first stint in the WWF was relatively short, as he left the company in the summer of 1992. Despite his brief stint as ‘Sid Justice’, Sid had established his reputation as one of the most physically dominant wrestlers.

Sid returned to WCW in 1993 and it was during this period that he firmly established himself as a main event player. He was positioned as a major threat to WCW’s top stars, particularly Sting and Vader. Sid was part of a faction called the Masters of the Powerbomb, along with Vader, and the duo wreaked havoc on WCW’s roster.

One of the most infamous moments of Sid’s career came in 1993, during a tour of the UK, where he got into a backstage altercation with his wrestler Arn Anderson.

The altercation escalated into a violent stabbing incident, leading to Sid’s suspension and departure from WCW. Despite the controversy, Sid’s reputation for toughness and intensity only grew from this incident, even as it cast a shadow over his career.

Sid Eudy – also known as ‘Sycho Sid’ – poses with an elephant in Toronto in 1996

Eudy is seen in a more recent photo. He was born in 1960 in West Memphis, Arkansas

Sid returned to the WWF in 1995 under the name ‘Sycho Sid’. He now had a more deranged character and became one of the best villains in the company.

Initially he was Shawn Michaels’ bodyguard, but soon betrayed him, reviving his singles career.

Sid’s most significant moment during this run came in 1996 when he defeated Michaels to win the WWF Championship at Survivor Series. Sid had finally reached the top of the wrestling world and his reign as champion lasted until the 1997 Royal Rumble, where he dropped the title back to Michaels.

Sid returned to WCW once more in 1999, during the height of the Monday Night Wars between WCW and WWF. He was brought in as a major player and quickly rose back to the main event scene.

In September 1999, Sid won the WCW United States Championship and in 2000 he captured the WCW World Heavyweight Championship twice, further cementing his status as one of the company’s top stars.

But in January 2001, disaster struck at WCW’s Sin pay-per-view when Sid attempted a top-rope big boot, a move that was highly unusual for a wrestler of his size.

He landed awkwardly, resulting in a horrific leg injury that broke his leg in multiple places. The injury was so severe that it effectively ended Sid’s full-time wrestling career.

FULL WWE STATEMENT

WWE is saddened to learn of the passing of Sid Eudy.

Sid was a two-time WWE Champion and one of the most impressive and fearsome athletes of his generation. He had a natural charisma that immediately attracted him to the WWE Universe. Sid stands 6’10” and rose to fame in 1989 when he signed with WCW, where he wrestled with and against some of the biggest names in the industry, including The Steiner Brothers, The Road Warriors and The Four Horseman.

He made his WWE debut as Sid Justice and was a Special Guest Referee at SummerSlam 1991, where WWE Champion Hulk Hogan and The Ultimate Warrior took on The Triangle of Terror in a 3-on-2 Handicap Match. That same night, Sid saved Randy Savage and Miss Elizabeth from an attack at the evil hands of Jake Roberts and The Undertaker at the newlyweds’ reception.

After several years away from WWE, Sid made his triumphant return as “Sycho Sid”, aligning himself with Shawn Michaels and being in his corner at WrestleMania XI when The Heartbreak Kid challenged Diesel for the WWE Title. An iconic rivalry between the two would begin that night, with Sid winning the WWE Championship from The Showstopper at Survivor Series in 1996 and joining the hallowed ranks of champions. After losing the title back to Michaels, Sid became a two-time champion by defeating Bret Hart on the February 17, 1997 edition of Raw.

Known as “The Master and Ruler of the World”, Sid’s reputation as one of the strongest and most exciting superstars left its mark on the WWE, and his influence is still felt in wrestling rings around the world.

WWE extends its condolences to Eudy’s family, friends and fans.

Despite the serious injury, Sid made sporadic appearances in the wrestling world over the years, including a brief return to WWE in 2012 and appearances on the independent circuit.

His legacy as a powerful, no-nonsense wrestler who could dominate the ring with his sheer presence remained intact despite the setbacks he faced later in his career, but he never made it into the wrestling Hall of Fame.