ECW Legend Sabu passed away this weekend, and his sudden passing hit the wrestling world extremely hard.
Sabu was just present in Las Vegas last month during WrestleMania 41 weekend. Where he got to interact with a lot of close friends he’s made in the world of wrestling, one last time.
One friend who shared their interaction last month is All Elite Wrestling’s MVP, who took to social media to mourn the loss of his friend in a series of posts, tweeting out:
“I thought Sabu would outlive us all… *Crying face emoji* I’m sipping a beer and thinking about Sabu. Hack Myers (RIP) introduced us when I was just starting. Hack vouched for me. On that, Sabu gave me a pass & the chance to earn his trust. We became friends. He looked out for me & vouched for me in front of other vets.
“Sabu was always good to ME! When I was “Antonio Banks” on the indies, he always had time for me. Always put me over to the promoters whenever we were booked on shows together. He literally gave his body to the biz. He lives on forever as a legend in our industry.
“I’m glad I saw him in Vegas after his match in his dressing room. He was a mess. He stood and gave me a safe hug, not wanting to bleed on my suit. I asked him if he was OK. He said he was. We agreed to burn one later. I said, “I love you man.” Sabu said “Love you too brother.” *Salute emoji,*” MVP said in a series of posts.
Here is a collection of several posts from wrestlers on social media paying tribute to the Suicidal, Homicidal, Genocidal, Death–Defying Maniac.
Sorry, my words are a little frazzled in this vid, I am trying to speak from my heart…I dunno what else to say. #RIPSabu pic.twitter.com/o6ehKa0IjK
— taz (@OfficialTAZ) May 11, 2025
I first met Sabu at a Dennis Coralluzzo convention in Bensalem, Pa in 93. A year later I'm catching him at Al Snow 's Bodyslammers Gym in Lima, Ohio. He went on to book me for his shows in Michigan. He was one of the 1st to give me an opportunity. He did so much for me like he… pic.twitter.com/cpcoNfLE0j
— Brian Heffron aka The Blue Meanie (@BlueMeanieBWO) May 11, 2025
Sabu, you were the most unlikely friend I ever made in the wrestling business. I’m gonna miss our random texts checking in on each other. I’m sorry I bugged you for so many autographs over the years, but I certainly don’t regret it. I’ll cherish them & our friendship forever. I… pic.twitter.com/FT3uoCtAlO
— Brian Myers (@Myers_Wrestling) May 11, 2025
Heart broken hearing the news of Sabu passing away. He always treated me great and we shared some special moments in the ring. He made me laugh so many times over the last 20 years. Rest in Peace and God Speed Sabu.
— Abyss (@TherealAbyss) May 11, 2025
Rest in Peace Sabu. I had the good fortune to wrestle him a few times, one extremely memorable match in MLW where he introduced my forehead to his steel spike. I was entranced by his Arabian Moonsault & tried my best to perfect it. One of a kind, gone too soon.
— Christopher Daniels (@facdaniels) May 11, 2025
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Thank You Sabu pic.twitter.com/0FuWUf7eSR
— GameChangerWrestling (@GCWrestling_) May 11, 2025
A brotherhood and bond that very few in our business will ever understand.
— Bully Ray (@bullyray5150) May 11, 2025
And tomorrow on @BustedOpenRadio we will pay respect to one of our own.
RIP Sabu and THANK YOU for being the pioneer and originator of getting the tables!! pic.twitter.com/uV5EFkvip2
NJPW is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion Sabu at the age of 60.
— NJPW Global (@njpwglobal) May 12, 2025
Our thoughts and deepest sympathies go to Sabu's family, friends and fans.
In memoriam:https://t.co/vmhIFqd8kG pic.twitter.com/aLtP617hxU
I love you. You taught me so much you made me better both in the ring and as a human being. You will be missed my friend. pic.twitter.com/QwZcjpyKWE
— Justin Credible (@PJPOLACO) May 11, 2025
Miss you already. pic.twitter.com/gOHra1lPTz
— Jerry Lynn (@itsjerrylynn) May 11, 2025
Nobody made me want to be a wrestler more than Sabu.
— Mark Briscoe (@SussexCoChicken) May 11, 2025
R.I.P. to a true hardcore legend
Suicidal, homicidal, genocidal 4-ever
READ MORE: Rob Van Dam Pays Tribute To Sabu: He Was Irreplaceable
On behalf of everyone here at WrestleZone, we send our condolences to Sabu’s friends, family, and fans.
