Wrestling legend Ox Baker has passed away at the age of 80. Baker originally competed in WWWF in the late 1960s and became one of the most feared villains in wrestling history. During his legendary career, Baker fought the likes of Hulk Hogan, Dusty Rhodes and Harley Race.
He also crossed over into Hollywood, appearing in the 1981 sci-fi classic “Escape from New York” starring Kurt Russell. Our condolences to the family, friends and fans of Ox Baker.
Here are some tweets from the wrestling world remembering the legendary grappler:
WWE is saddened to learn that the legendary Ox Baker has passed away at the age of 80. http://t.co/3vnJGpfttN pic.twitter.com/8ZUfmQBtqv
— WWE (@WWE) October 20, 2014
Just got the sad news that my friend and wrestling great, Ox Baker passed away a couple of hours ago. RIP OX pic.twitter.com/uRbe8R1rbI
— Jerry Lawler (@JerryLawler) October 20, 2014
Sad to hear of the passing of Ox Baker.Met him on a few occasions; great guy.He had such a unique persona,and could deliver on the mike! RIP
— Howard Finkel (@howardfinkel) October 20, 2014
RIP Ox Baker. One of the great characters in the industry.
— Eric Bischoff (@EBischoff) October 20, 2014
In honor of the Fabulous #OxBaker here's the best wrestling riot ever caught on film:
http://t.co/Dk4SRjGXG6 …
#RIPOX
— Jim Cornette (@TheJimCornette) October 20, 2014
Sorry to hear of the passing of the legendary Ox Baker. He "set the table" for big nasty heels w/great promo skills. Met him once, good man.
— TAZ (@OfficialTAZ) October 20, 2014
Sad to hear the passing of OX Baker. A perfect looking villian w/a deep loud voice. Watch Escape from New York to see. RIP
— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) October 20, 2014
Was just told that Ox Baker passed away. Legitimately scared me as a kid n was a sweet, kind man to me as I got to know him later. Rest well
— Matt Striker (@Matt_Striker_) October 20, 2014