WWE wrestler Ronald Heard DIES from burst appendix

WWE wrestler Ronald Heard DIES from burst appendix

- Wrestling fans around the world are mourning the death of a former WWE wrestler

- "Outlaw" Ron Bass died at the age of 68, the wrestler made a name for himself in 70s and 80s

The world of wrestling is mourning the passing of a legendary wrestler.

WWE wrestler dies
'Outlaw' Ron Bass.

"Outlaw" Ron Bass (Ronald Heard) died on Tuesday, March 7, at the of age 68.

Bass made a name for himself in the late 70s and early 80s for flamboyant wrestling style.

His gimmick was a Texan cowboy who made his entrance to the sound of a bull-whip during his 3-year tenure with WWF now known as WWE from 1987-89.

Before that Bass spent over a decade working for the National Wrestling Alliance from 1975-87.

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WWE wrestler dies
WWE wrestler Ron Bass dead at 68.

After his wrestling career came to an end, Bass earned his bachelor's degree from Arkansas State University and started to work as a sales representative for a construction supply company in Florida.

Bass participated in the very first Royal Rumble and the 20-man battle royal at WrestleMania IV and co-captained a Survivor Series team with The Honky Tonk Man.

Bass is reported to have died after being hospitalised for a burst appendix.

Source: Legit.ng

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