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One of the most beloved wrestlers in history passed away earlier this week. He was 81 years old. Afa Anoa'i, who was one half of the legendary tag team The Wild Samoans, passed away. The Samoan wrestler made a huge impact over the course of his career. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson had a really special ...

The Rock Is Saddened By Death Of Legendary Wrestling Star

The Rock took to Instagram on Saturday evening and shared the following statement about the passing of the legendary Afa Anoa’i. Uncle Afa Anoa’i is finally at peace with his brother, Uncle Sika Anoa’i. “The Wild Samoans” were trailblazers in the world of professional wrestling. Multi-time...

The Rock Reacts To Afa Anoa’i’s Passing

WWE Hall of Famer Afa Anoa’i passed away on August 16 at the age of 81. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson took to social media to honor the memory of his late uncle. Uncle Afa Anoa’i is finally at peace with his brother, Uncle Sika Anoa’i.

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Pays Tribute To The Late Afa Anoa’i

We have some sad news to report as Afa Anoa’i, has passed away at the age of 81. This comes almost two months after his brother, Sika, passed away. Anoa’i was best known for teaming alongside his brother Sika Anoa’i as the legendary tag team The Wild Samoans. The siblings began teaming up in the 1970s, collecting accolades and championships in Stu Hart’s Stampede Wrestling promotion and the National Wrestling Alliance before debuting in WWE in 1979. The brothers dominated WWE in the 1980s, capturing the World Tag Team Championship three times and becoming known as one of the most feared teams in WWE history.

Afa Anoa’i Passes Away At Age 81

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Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has paid tribute to Afa Anoaʻi Sr. Afa’s passing was announced on Friday. He was 81. While not direct blood relatives, Johnson was close to Anoaʻi, whom he fondly referred to as “Uncle Afa”. The two were connected through...

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson celebrates the life of Afa Anoaʻi

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Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has broken his silence regarding the passing of Afa Anoa’i. “The Final Boss” surfaced on social media this weekend with the following statement about one-half of the WWE Hall of Fame tag-team The Wild Samoans:. Rest in Love Uncle Afa –️

The Rock Releases Statement On Passing Of Afa “The Wild Samoan” Anoa’i

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Mike Tyson says he feels good. Legendary boxer Mike Tyson was scheduled to face Jake Paul in a boxing match on July 20th. However, the bout was postponed when Tyson had a health scare that was attributed to an ulcer problem. The match is now scheduled for November 15th, and it will stream on Netflix.

Mike Tyson Says He's Ready To Fight Jake Paul After Health Scare, 'I'm Better'

Afa Anoa’i, the WWE Hall of Famer renowned as one-half of the legendary Wild Samoans tag team, has passed away at the age of 81. Afa is the uncle of Roman Reigns, a current WWE superstar. Vale Anoa’i, the daughter of the retired wrestler, announced the news on X...

WWE Hall of Famer Afa Anoaʻi Dies at 81

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In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

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Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has issued a public statement on the passing of his uncle and WWE Hall of Famer, Afa Anoa’i. Afa Anoa’i passed away on Friday at the age of 81. His brother and his Wild Samoans tag team partner, Sika Anoa’i, passed away in June. The Rock took to Instagram on Sunday to say that Afa was finally at peace along with his brother.

The Rock pays tribute to Afa Anoa’i: ‘Rest in Love Uncle Afa’

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Roman Reigns has issued a statement after his uncle, Afa Anoa’i, also known as Afa The Wild Samoan, passed away on Friday at the age of 81. In a social media post on Twitter, Reigns said that his family has suffered “another great loss”. He said his family is taking comfort in the fact that […]
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The Rock Issues Statement On Passing Of Afa The Wild Samoan, Celebrates His Life And Legacy

In a new Instagram post, The Rock reflects on the passing of Afa The Wild Samoan and celebrates his legacy. The wrestling world lost a true...

The Rock Issues Statement On Passing Of Afa The Wild Samoan, Celebrates His Life And Legacy

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