Former WWE Superstar Salvatore Bellomo has passed away at the age of 67. Bellomo wrestled for the WWE in the 1980s and once guested on ‘Rowdy’ Roddy Piper‘s famous Piper’s Pit. He also wrestled legendary wrestling manager Bobby ‘The Brain’ Heenan.
WWE is saddened to learn that Salvatore Bellomo has passed away. https://t.co/6JyBjocUsI
— WWE (@WWE) February 10, 2019
WWE issued the following statement:
WWE is saddened to learn that Salvatore Bellomo has passed away at age 67.
Bellomo competed in WWE in the 1980s, sharing the ring with everyone from Bob Backlund to Bobby “The Brain” Heenan.
WWE extends its condolences to Bellomo’s family, friends and fans.
The entire team here at WrestleZone extend our heartfelt condolences to Bellomo’s loved ones.
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