Wrestling Community Reacts To Lance Russell’s Death

Carlos ToroOctober 3, 2017, 6:00 pm

Legendary wrestling announcer Lance Russell has passed away and the entire wrestling Twitterscape has expressed their condolences.

Russell was considered the voice of Memphis wrestling throughout the late 20th century, spending decades of his career as a television announcer for NWA Mid-America and the Continental Wrestling Association and working with some of the greatest wrestlers of that era.

Below are just a few reactions from the wrestling community regarding Russell's death.

My dear friend and greatest wrestling commentator ever, Lance Russell passed away this morning. I would have never been without him. R.I.P. pic.twitter.com/bD4AlK5dsF

— Jerry Lawler (@JerryLawler) October 3, 2017

My lifetime friend, Lance Russell died early this morning. I cannot express how sad I am. He was responsible for my tv career success. pic.twitter.com/6jXV8OtEex

— Dave Brown (@davebrown5555) October 3, 2017

So sorry to hear of the passing of Lance Russell – a true gentleman, and one of the best wrestling broadcasters ever https://t.co/bZ4ICDVi9Q

— Mick Foley (@RealMickFoley) October 3, 2017

So sad to hear of the passing of Lance Russell this morning. He was such a kind gentleman. R.I.P. Lance

— Bruce Prichard (@bruceprichard) October 3, 2017

Memphis Wrestling Legend, Lance Russell passed away today. The wrestling world and I have lost a great friend. Condolences to his family. https://t.co/OD1uMUuqRY

— Jerry Lawler (@JerryLawler) October 3, 2017

Love you #LanceRussell…

…RIP @MemphisLance…

…say hi to Jan…. pic.twitter.com/52hV5YcH3U

— Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) October 3, 2017

There are people far more qualified than I to pay tribute to @MemphisLance, but I must pay my respects. RIP #LanceRussell pic.twitter.com/gTKeYmA3Cz

— Paul Heyman (@HeymanHustle) October 3, 2017

RIP Lance Russell.

An institution of broadcasting in wrestling.

— David Lagana (@Lagana) October 3, 2017

RIP Lance Russell…professional wrestling voice of my childhood and very instrumental in my early career… … https://t.co/QWScdDuu8c

— Jeff Jarrett (@RealJeffJarrett) October 3, 2017

WWE is saddened to learn that Lance Russell, the legendary voice of Memphis wrestling, has passed away at age 91. https://t.co/dHPzpWbqA7

— WWE (@WWE) October 3, 2017

In the chaotic world of Memphis wrestling Lance Russell was our calming voice
He reassured us that things would be OK
Great host,commentator,announcer & storyteller
I still say "Wait till the King finds out about this" & he made The Empty arena match
We Love you @MemphisLance pic.twitter.com/hxjJXEZaio

— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) October 3, 2017

I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Lance Russell. His voice will forever live in my head. #RIPLanceRussell

— Brian G. James (@WWERoadDogg) October 3, 2017

@MemphisLance transcended wrestling–3 generations of Memphians watched their favorite uncle every week on TV– https://t.co/fq2XMPFwIP

— Jim Cornette (@TheJimCornette) October 3, 2017

They say the good die young, but the truely great make it to 91. #RIP https://t.co/oAFBvJ2xDv

— Lance Storm (@LanceStorm) October 3, 2017

I always wanted to be a wrestling announcer. Lance Russell, a huge influence. Worked w/ him once & he was genuine, gracious. Rest in peace.

— Kevin Kelly (@realkevinkelly) October 3, 2017

Russell passed away at the age of 91. On behalf of Fightful, our thoughts and prayers go out to Russell's friends and family.