In a shock to WWE fans, James Hellwig, better known as the Ultimate Warrior, died on Tuesday. He was 54.
Hellwig's death was unexpected, considering he appeared on WWE's "Monday Night Raw" on April 7, and was inducted into the company's Hall of Fame on April 5, in New Orleans.
"WWE is shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the passing of one of the most iconic WWE Superstars ever, the Ultimate Warrior," the company said in a statement Tuesday night. "Warrior began his WWE career in 1987 and quickly went on to become one of the biggest stars in WWE history. Warrior became WWE Champion at WrestleMania VI, defeating Hulk Hogan in an epic encounter. We are grateful that just days ago, Warrior had the opportunity to take his rightful place in the WWE Hall of Fame and was also able to appear at WrestleMania 30 and Monday Night Raw to address his legions of fans. WWE sends its sincere condolences to Warrior's family, friends and fans. Warrior was 54 and is survived by his wife Dana and his two daughters."
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