Shad Gaspard tragically passed away in May 2020 at the age of 39 while rescuing his son from a rip current in Venice Beach, CA.
In 2022, Gaspard was posthumously awarded the Warrior Award by WWE.
On a recent edition of his “1 Of A Kind” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam revealed how great of a person Gaspard was behind his onscreen gimmick.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On what a great guy Shad Gaspard was: “I’d see him quite a bit. Really great guy. Of course, it sucked really bad when he passed, and the way that he passed was really, really a sad time for everybody. I’m trying to think about where I met him. I don’t remember exactly where I met him or where at all we crossed paths. I just … I remember he was the one who hooked me up with Cameo. I remember that.”
On Gaspard’s aspirations: “He had a lot of ambition, a lot of aspirations. He was one of those hustlers that was always getting involved in different things, which we all are, but some more than others to an extent. He was always trying to find the right project to be a part of, which in our business, that’s how it works. You can be part of one thing that really takes off and it [would] be really rewarding.”
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Shad Gaspard was a professional wrestler who tragically passed away in May 2020 at the age of 39 while rescuing his son from a rip current in Venice Beach, CA. Despite his untimely death, Gaspard’s impact on the wrestling industry and his character as a person continues to be remembered and celebrated.
In 2022, WWE posthumously awarded Gaspard the Warrior Award, which is given to individuals who have exhibited strength and perseverance in the face of adversity. This recognition highlights the positive impact Gaspard had on the wrestling community and beyond.
Recently, WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam shared his thoughts on Gaspard during an episode of his podcast, “1 Of A Kind.” Van Dam spoke highly of Gaspard, emphasizing what a great person he was behind his onscreen gimmick. He recalled interacting with Gaspard and how he was always impressed by his character.
Van Dam mentioned that Gaspard was the one who introduced him to Cameo, a platform where fans can request personalized video messages from their favorite celebrities. This shows Gaspard’s willingness to help others and his entrepreneurial spirit.
Gaspard had big aspirations and was always looking for new projects to be a part of. Van Dam described him as a hustler who constantly sought opportunities for growth and success. In the wrestling industry, this drive and ambition are essential for finding projects that can lead to significant rewards.
The loss of Shad Gaspard was deeply felt by the wrestling community and fans worldwide. His legacy as a talented wrestler and a genuinely kind-hearted person continues to live on. The Warrior Award bestowed upon him by WWE serves as a testament to his strength and resilience.
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Shad Gaspard’s memory will forever be cherished, and his contributions to the wrestling world will not be forgotten.