WWE is saddened to learn that Elkin James, known to wrestling fans as Sweet Daddy Siki, passed away on December 31, 2024, at age 91.
WWE extends its condolences to Siki’s family, friends and fans.
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Comedy legend Jim Abrahams, the mastermind behind Airplane!, The Naked Gun, Ruthless People , Top Secret and more, has passed away at 80. Known for redefining comedy with the Zucker brothers, his work brought laughter to millions. RIP to a true genius of zany humour.
In the pantheon of great wrestling promos:
Dusty Rhodes “Hard Times”
Steve Austin “Austin 3:16”
Jake Roberts “The Muck of Avarice”
(aka the Longfellow promo)
Ric Flair “With a Tear in My Eye”
LA Knight “Shoes of a Champion”😂
4 years ago on NWA Powerrr, LA Knight walked onto the set with a bottle of champagne in hand and proceeded to cut his legendary Shoes of a Champion promo to the delight of all…except maybe David Marquez.😂
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Maurice Tillet, the rumored inspiration behind Shrek, was a Russian-born French professional wrestler known as The French Angel. He achieved success in the 1940s, becoming a World Heavyweight Champion.
Diagnosed with Acromegaly at 19, he faced physical challenges but pursued a career in law, acting, and wrestling. Despite early dating experiences, his attitude toward women changed in the 1940s, believing they were interested in his money. Tillet passed away in 1954 from a heart attack upon hearing about his friend's death.