Recently, we reported the saddening news regarding the passing away of Pete Rose, a member of WWE Hall of Fame, at age 83. This happened on a Monday, following a day he spent giving autographs alongside Ric Flair in Nashville, TN.
On the matter of Rose’s demise, the WWE has subsequently issued a statement to remember the baseball icon:
According to WWE, they were disheartened on learning about the loss of Pete Rose, who held a place in the esteemed WWE Hall of Fame.
Pete Rose was an exceptional sportsperson and carried the title of baseball’s “Hit King.” He secured victories in three World Series championships and received recognition as a 17-time All-Star and the 1973 National League MVP. He contributed to the Cincinnati Reds, Philadelphia Phillies, and Montreal Expos profoundly over his illustrious 23-year tenure.
In the WWE ecosystem, Rose is widely recognized for his appearances in The Grandest Stage of Them All, WrestleMania. In its 14th edition, which aired in 1998, Rose featured as the guest ring announcer for the much-anticipated match between Undertaker and Kane.
During the event, after Rose displeased the Boston crowd alongside their cherished Red Sox, he suffered a piledriver from Kane. Despite several attempts by Rose to take revenge on The Big Red Machine, he was unsuccessful, providing fans with memorable moments each time.
To commemorate his indelible WrestleMania moments, Rose was granted a place in the WWE Hall of Fame in the year 2004. The WWE family mourns Rose’s death and extends heartfelt condolences to his loved ones.
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