Earlier today (April 18) the wrestling world learned of the passing of Matt ‘Rosey’ Anoa'i. Our original post on the latest tragic death of a member of the legendary Samoan bloodline included statements from WWE and his family. Since then, many others who worked with or were influenced by Rosey have expressed condolences and shared memories.
Very sorry to hear of the passing of a kind, gentle and talented man. My heartfelt condolences to the Anoa'i family. RIP Matt (Rosey) Anoa'i pic.twitter.com/ndB9M1NVDD
— Eric Bischoff (@EBischoff) April 18, 2017
Heart wrenching phone calls are not the way to start a day. Tell your loved ones you love them. Let them know!
— Gregory Shane Helms (@ShaneHelmsCom) April 18, 2017
My condolences to the entire Anoa'i family. Matty was a great guy and a joy to work, party & cry with. You are missed UCE.
— Shelton J. Benjamin (@Sheltyb803) April 18, 2017
Very sorry to hear of the passing of Matt Anoa'i, Rosey.A lovely man .My condolences to all of his family.
— William Regal (@RealKingRegal) April 18, 2017
#RIP Rosie!! https://t.co/pHJOZoY3zk
— Dustin Rhodes (@Goldust) April 18, 2017
Godspeed, Matt Anoa'i. My heart goes out to his family and friends. Rest well, sir.
— Adam Pearce (@ScrapDaddyAP) April 18, 2017
Condolences & thoughts with the Anoa'i family in their time of loss "‘Amu‘ia e e fa‘anoanoa, aua e fa‘amafanafanaina i latou." - Mataio 5:4
— Samoa Joe (@SamoaJoe) April 18, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to Rosey's family. Rosey was always so kind to myself and my family. https://t.co/PfYbmjfCFD
— Nattie (@NatbyNature) April 18, 2017
So sad to hear about the passing of Rosey. A great performer and person. #RIP https://t.co/yzgxqN9LOk pic.twitter.com/WB0LPPZvF3
— Booker T. Huffman (@BookerT5x) April 18, 2017
Rest peacefully, Rosey. Thanks for the memories. #3MinuteWarning #SuperHeroInTraining
— Bayley (@itsBayleyWWE) April 18, 2017
Condolences to the family.
Just heard the horrible news of Matt Anoai passing
— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) April 18, 2017
I've known him since original ECW Samoan Gangsta Party
Great human being
Sad day pic.twitter.com/57dY97VLbc
My deepest condolences to the Anoai Family, Me an my family pray for God to strengthen you.. RIP Matt.
— WWE R-Truth (@RonKillings) April 18, 2017
My heart hurts for the Anoai family. My thoughts and prayers to all #RIPBigUce
— Bill DeMott (@BillDeMott) April 18, 2017
2 friends...2 good brothers.
— Bubba Ray Dudley (@bullyray5150) April 18, 2017
My deepest condolences to the entire Anoa'i family.
I loved these guys. pic.twitter.com/59xTvrtBwB
Rest In Peace Matt Anoai....such a kind and lovable soul. Love goes out to the Anoai family....
— Brian Heffron (@BlueMeanieBWO) April 18, 2017
RIP.Matt Anoa'i. My deepest condolences goes out to your family.
— KALISTO (@KalistoWWE) April 18, 2017
Very sad. Really good dude. #RIP https://t.co/t6QO0ExSXY
— Todd Grisham (@GrishamMMA) April 18, 2017
RIP Matt "Rosey" Anoa'i. My prayers are with his brother @WWERomanReigns & the entire Anoa'i family. #3MinuteWarning
— Mauro Ranallo (@mauroranallo) April 18, 2017
Sending love and positive energy to @WWERomanReigns and his entire family on the passing of his brother "Rosey" .. so so sad ...
— Peter Rosenberg (@Rosenbergradio) April 18, 2017