Sullivan recently required 24-hour care and some financial help from his friends and family, according to a post on July 8, which included a link to a GoFund Me set up to “help him through this difficult time.”
It included photos of Sullivan, who was in a wheelchair and wore an oxygen tube, with Andrew Anderson — a former wrestler, who known as The Reinforcer in the ring.
“On May 12th, 2024, while in Florida for autograph signings, Kevin suffered a devastating accident,” the description on the GoFund Me page read. “He underwent emergency surgery that saved his leg and life but faced severe complications, including sepsis and encephalitis.
“This unforeseen catastrophe has placed an immense financial burden on his family, as Kevin has been in and out of consciousness in the ICU, far from home.”
The WWE did not release the cause of death. GoFundMe
Sullivan was often a heel and known for his rivalries with fan favorites like Dusty Rhodes, Hulk Hogan, Barry Windham and The Road Warriors, among others.
He worked as a booker for World Championship Wrestling (WCW) after retiring from the ring.
“A unique and influential figure in sports-entertainment history, Sullivan found success both in the ring and behind the scenes with his penchant for far out ideas that pushed creative boundaries,” the WWE said.
WWE legend Kevin Sullivan passed away at 74. TaskMasterTalks/Instagram
WWE legend Ric Flair called Sullivan “An All Time Great Athlete & Friend” in a post on X after the news of his passing.
“I Am So Saddened To Hear About Kevin Sullivan’s Passing,” he wrote. “Rest In Peace Kevin!”
Triple H, chief content officer for WWE, praised Sullivan for his creativity and passion.
Ric Flair called Kevin Sullivan an “All Time Athelete & Great Friend.” WWE
I Am So Saddened To Hear About Kevin Sullivan’s Passing. Rest In Peace Kevin! You Were An All Time Great Athlete & Friend! 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/QYBVuhpbJu
“Kevin Sullivan had one of the most unique minds in the history of our industry, pushing creative boundaries and developing some of the most intriguing characters to step into the ring,” Triple H, whose real name is Paul Levesque, wrote on X . “He had an unwavering passion for what we do. My thoughts are with his family, friends & fans.”
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