Charles Jackson “Jackie” Crockett passed away on Wednesday at 7:22 PM, after spending a month in the hospital.
Crockett was the lead cameraman for Jim Crockett Promotions and also worked for WCW until the last episode of Nitro.
Pwinsider is reporting that Jackie had a good relationship with many talents he worked with.
David Crockett said, “It has been a long journey for Jackie and he went out his way. Tonight Jackie’s breathing was very labored and when we thought he was gone, he would come back like a wrestling false finish.”
Crockett will be buried in Bristol, Virginia, next to his brother Jim Crockett Jr. and their parents. The funeral details are yet to be announced.
Former WCW announcer Scott Hudson paid tribute to Crockett. He said,
“Jackie Crockett was strictly a live event cameraman. He never was in the studio. He was always on the road. When I first went on the road to do television, at my first Nitro, Jackie introduced himself to me.
He was always the nicest guy in the building. Always looked like he was about to crack up at some joke no one else had heard. When he introduced himself, he said, ‘…and my family used to own this company.”
I said, “So your last name”s Turner?”
He popped and then I popped. I told him of course I knew who he was and it was an honor to work with him. We became fast friends afterward.
If there was an, how you say, inappropriate camera angle to be had of something at ringside or in the crowd, Jackie would shoot it then look at us and wink. As if to say, ‘I got that!’
He was one of the highlights of working at WCW.
RIP Jackie.
Thoughts and prayers to David and all of Jackie’s family.“
Remembering Jackie Crockett: A Legendary Cameraman in the Wrestling Industry
On Wednesday, the wrestling world mourned the loss of Charles Jackson “Jackie” Crockett, a beloved figure who made significant contributions to the industry. Crockett, who spent a month in the hospital, passed away at 7:22 PM. He was best known as the lead cameraman for Jim Crockett Promotions and also worked for WCW until the last episode of Nitro.
According to reports from Pwinsider, Crockett had a good relationship with many talents he worked with throughout his career. This speaks volumes about his professionalism and dedication to his craft. His presence behind the camera undoubtedly added to the success of numerous wrestling events.
Reflecting on his brother’s passing, David Crockett shared heartfelt words, saying, “It has been a long journey for Jackie, and he went out his way. Tonight Jackie’s breathing was very labored, and when we thought he was gone, he would come back like a wrestling false finish.” These words paint a picture of a resilient individual who fought until the very end.
Crockett will be laid to rest in Bristol, Virginia, alongside his brother Jim Crockett Jr. and their parents. The details of the funeral are yet to be announced, but it is expected to be a somber occasion where friends, family, and colleagues can pay their respects to a man who left an indelible mark on the wrestling industry.
Former WCW announcer Scott Hudson also paid tribute to Crockett, reminiscing about their first meeting. Hudson recalled, “Jackie Crockett was strictly a live event cameraman. He never was in the studio. He was always on the road. When I first went on the road to do television, at my first Nitro, Jackie introduced himself to me.”
Hudson continued, “He was always the nicest guy in the building. Always looked like he was about to crack up at some joke no one else had heard. When he introduced himself, he said, ‘…and my family used to own this company.’ I said, ‘So your last name’s Turner?’ He popped, and then I popped. I told him, of course, I knew who he was, and it was an honor to work with him. We became fast friends afterward.”
Hudson’s tribute sheds light on Crockett’s warm personality and his ability to bring joy to those around him. His infectious laughter and camaraderie made him a cherished member of the wrestling community.
Furthermore, Hudson shared an interesting anecdote about Crockett’s dedication to capturing every moment, even the unconventional ones. He said, “If there was an, how you say, inappropriate camera angle to be had of something at ringside or in the crowd, Jackie would shoot it then look at us and wink. As if to say, ‘I got that!’ He was one of the highlights of working at WCW.”
Crockett’s commitment to his craft and his willingness to go the extra mile to capture every aspect of the wrestling experience made him an invaluable asset to the industry.
As the wrestling world mourns the loss of Jackie Crockett, our thoughts and prayers go out to David Crockett and all of Jackie’s family. His contributions to the industry will not be forgotten, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations of cameramen and wrestling enthusiasts alike. Rest in peace, Jackie Crockett.