Today is a sad day as wrestling fans around the world are mourning the loss of WWE Hall of Famer George “The Animal” Steele. George was one of the most recognizable names that the wrestling industry has ever produced and it goes without saying that he will be sorely missed by his family, friends, fans and peers.
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George “The Animal” Steele was a beloved member of the wrestling community and his antics both inside and outside of the ring made him a one of a kind performer that can never be replaced. It’s clear that George will not be forgotten by the wrestling world and his legacy will surely live on for years to come.
Fans have taken to social media to remember the wrestling legend and wrestling personalities around the world are following suit. You can check out some of the reactions below.
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One of the greatest "Characters" in @WWE history! Had the honor of working with George Steele on many occasions. R.I.P. "Animal!" https://t.co/CCcESCSp0U
— Jerry Lawler (@JerryLawler) February 17, 2017
George Steele was a one of a kind performer who could make fans smile or boo…and his competitors laugh or cry…
— Triple H (@TripleH) February 17, 2017
…I worked with him a lot when I first got to @WWE and was able to learn so much. My condolences to his family. pic.twitter.com/wKbo1WCnzb
— Triple H (@TripleH) February 17, 2017
Heard about George "The Animal" Steele today. As a kid, he made my tongue turn green just like his… #GeorgeTheAnimalSteele @WWE
— Curtis Axel (@RealCurtisAxel) February 17, 2017
Very sad.A very nice https://t.co/0tFKFstXIj https://t.co/jIAwfuLUPe
— William Regal (@RealKingRegal) February 17, 2017
Got the privilege of traveling the world with George 'The Animal' Steele and enjoyed every minute of it. RIP my friend. pic.twitter.com/UnbhTaY9Qt
— John Layfield (@JCLayfield) February 17, 2017
I had the pleasure of meeting the great George "The Animal" Steele not just a kind man but a true ICON of our industry. #RIPGeorgeSteele
— TAZ (@OfficialTAZ) February 17, 2017
Sorry to hear of the passing of George "The Animal" Steel! He was an Agent/ producer when I first came to @WWE and was always very kind.
— Brian G. James (@WWERoadDogg) February 17, 2017
I feared him as a kid.
I cheered him as a teenager
I became friends w/him as an adult
Never be another like
George the Animal Steele pic.twitter.com/TdrIfod68i— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) February 17, 2017
REST IN PEACE GEORGE THE ANIMAL STEELE. YOU WERE ALWAYS THE INTELLIGENT BROTHER I LOVE YOU pic.twitter.com/4yQ1YyzyJ2
— The Iron Sheik (@the_ironsheik) February 17, 2017
The wrestling world lost one of the best today and I lost a good friend. RIP George"the animal" Steele. My prayers are with his family. pic.twitter.com/2b5ITY5Q7l
— Ted DiBiase (@MDMTedDiBiase) February 17, 2017
My thoughts are with the family, friends and fans of the late and very great George 'The Animal' Steele. pic.twitter.com/BlK9qXyIaX
— Rob Schamberger (@robschamberger) February 17, 2017
God Bless. George "The Animal" Steele. A friend over the years. RIP
— Hacksaw Jim Duggan (@OfficialHacksaw) February 17, 2017
George "Animal" Steele was one of the most unique and unforgettable characters ever in our business. #RIP
— Bobby Roode (@REALBobbyRoode) February 17, 2017
Rest In Peace to "The Animal". https://t.co/63Yw1KChN0
— Scott Dawson (@ScottDawsonWWE) February 17, 2017
God Bless. George "The Animal" Steele. A friend over the years. RIP
— Hacksaw Jim Duggan (@OfficialHacksaw) February 17, 2017
Our sincerest condolences go out to the family, friends and fans of George “The Animal” Steele. It’s never easy losing a loved one, but at this point the best thing we can do is keep his memory alive. Feel free to share your favorite George “The Animal” Steele memory, match or moment in the comments section below.
