Tributes flowed online to one of the most legendary figures in the history of. Sep 18, 2017 bobby the brain heenan was the end all and be all of heel managers, humanoids remembering the late, great announcer and manager, who was often the smartest man in wrestling by david. Bobby heenan simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Bobby is widely considered by many to be the greatest manager in wrestling history. Sep 18, 2017 bobby the brain heenan was a fixture of the wwe, then known as the world wrestling federation wwf, throughout the 1980s and early 1990s, when he decided to leave the company at the end of 1993. Sep 19, 2017 bobby heenan, whose quickwitted insults and promotional antics as a pro wrestling manager, commentator and occasional grappler in the ring made him one of the most reviled and, therefore. Sep 18, 2017 wwe world mourns the death of bobby the brain heenan. Wwe hall of fame manager bobby the brain heenan, one of the ringside villains wrestling fans most loved to hate, died on sunday at the age of 73. Bobby the brain heenan, iconic wwe manager and commentator. Bobby the brain heenan had a career spanning four decades, performing as a.
Wwe legend bobby the brain heenan passes away at 73. Jun 16, 2009 so, without any further delay, i give you life and ventures of bobby the brain heenan. Bobby the brain heenan 19432017 find a grave memorial. The book begins with a look at how bobby got started in the business, and continues to go through is early days of managing in the 60s, going through the various territories that existed at. Wwe hall of famer bobby heenan died sunday at the age of 73. Heenan managed wrestlers under the heenan family name in the american wrestling association awa, the national wrestling alliances nwa georgia championship wrestling gcw, and the world wrestling federation wwf the term stable refers to a group of wrestlers in an ongoing alliance. Wwe legend bobby the brain heenan dead at 73 with a career spanning more than four decades, heenan was the the brain behind some of the most prolific superstars, wwe says. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. He is recognized as the greatest manager of all time. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. September 17, 2017 60, 190 pounds aliases nicknames. Raymond louis heenan chicago, 1 november 1944 largo florida, 17 september 2017, beter bekend als bobby the brain heenan, was een amerikaans. Chris jericho on the passing of bobby the brain heenan.
Wwe legend bobby the brain heenan dead at 73 rolling stone. Bobby heenan s autobiography is a must read for any fan who grew up with wrestling in the 60s, 70s and 80s. Bobby heenan books list of books by author bobby heenan. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Quotations by bobby heenan, american wrestler, born november 1, 1944. The life and career of bobby the brain heenan duration. Bobby the brain heenan, legendary pro wrestling manager. Bobby heenan, one of the most legendary and iconic managers in the history of professional wrestling, passed away on sunday at the age of 73.
Join facebook to connect with bobby heenan and others you may know. Courtesy wwe former manager and color commentator bobby the brain heenan died on. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. Bobby the brain heenan was a fixture of the wwe, then known as the world wrestling federation wwf, throughout the 1980s and early 1990s, when he decided to.
Heartbreaking news from the pro wrestling world on sunday as legendary wwe hall of fame wrestler, manager, commentator, brain and weasel bobby heenan has. Celebrate bobby heenans life as the brain with his best quotes. The heenan family was a stable of wrestlers managed by bobby the brain heenan beginning in the 1970s. Bobby the brain heenanone of the funniest, most annoying, and inarguably greatest characters professional wrestling has ever produceddied yesterday afternoon at the age of 73. Jan 01, 2002 bobby the brain unleashes the life story of bobby heenan, better known as the brain in wrestling circles. Heenan had a parody talk show known as the bobby heenan show, which was broadcast in four segments during the second half of wwfs regular weekly program prime time wrestling. He tells all about his experiences with hulk hogan, andre the giant, vince mcmahon, and all the other personalities that every wrestling fan knows like a relative. Bobby heenan, whose quickwitted insults and promotional antics as a pro wrestling manager, commentator and occasional grappler in the ring made him one of. This is a tribute page to the legendary bobby the brain heenan. Wwe hall of fame manager bobby the brain heenan, one of the ringside villains wrestling fans most loved to hate, died on sunday at the age.
The hulkser provides a foreward that sets the tone for the entire book. Bobby the brain unleashes the life story of bobby heenan, better kn. Bobby the brain heenan, a legendary professional wrestling manager who also made a name for himself as a wrestler and color commentator, has died at the age of 73, wwe confirmed on sunday. Wwe world mourns the death of bobby the brain heenan. Look back on the amazing life and career of bobby the brain heenan in these photos. Bobby heenan facebook bobby heenan bobby the brain heenan, legendary professional wrestling manager and commentator, has died at the age of 73, according to multiple news sources. Bobby the brain heenan, pro wrestlings greatest manager. Outside of wrestling, heenan authored two books, appeared on numerous television shows, and briefly hosted a parody talk show titled the bobby heenan. Bobby the brain heenan has died at the age of 73, according to a tweet by wrestling announcer jim ross. Wwe announces the death of bobby the brain heenan at age.
Courtesy wwe former manager and color commentator bobby the brain heenan died on sunday at the age of 73, according to world. But, he was also an excellent show host and commentator. The news of bobby the brain heenan s passing today gutted me, ross wrote on twitter. Bobby the brain heenan, one of the most iconic managers in pro wrestling history, was hospitalized wednesday after falling, wwe hall of fame announcer mean gene okerlund confirmed on twitter. Bobby the brain heenan was the end all and be all of heel. Bobby the brain heenan was the end all and be all of. The world of wrestling lost a true icon, as bobby the brain heenan has died at the age of 73. Sep 01, 2002 reading heenan s words, you also get a good feel for how the territorial wrestling scene operated back in the 60s and 70s. Wwe confirmed the news this evening in 2002 heenan announced his cancer diagnosis, though in subsequent years he still made appearances, communicating to fans through his wife. Sep 17, 2017 wwe hall of famer bobby heenan died sunday at the age of 73. Reading heenan s words, you also get a good feel for how the territorial wrestling scene operated back in the. Wwe hall of famer bobby the brain heenan dead at 73.
Bobby the brain heenan was gold standard in professional. Bobby the brain heenan born raymond louis heenan on november 1, 1943 september 17, 2017 was an american professional wrestling manager and color commentator. Bobby the brain heenan revolutionized sports entertainment. Sep 18, 2017 19442017 age 72 bobby the brain heenan has died at age 72, losing his battle with throat cancer. Raymond louis heenan november 1, 1944 september 17, 2017, better known as bobby the brain heenan, was an american professional wrestling manager.
Mean genes tribute to bobby the brain heenan rip ross report duration. Wwe hall of famer bobby the brain heenan reportedly. The texas tornado could sustain permanent brain damage if its kept on for much longer. Sep 17, 2017 wwe hall of fame manager bobby the brain heenan, one of the ringside villains wrestling fans most loved to hate, died on sunday at the age of 73. June 12, 20 bobby the brain heenan is arguably the greatest manager in wrestling history. With all of the many wrestling related books published in the last couple of years, it is evident that bobby heenan just put the main event book on wrestling in bookstores across the country.
Raymond louis ray heenan november 1, 1943 september 17, 2017 was an american retired manager, professional wrestler and color commentator. Bobby the brain heenan was the end all and be all of heel managers, humanoids remembering the late, great announcer and manager, who was often the. Bobby the brain heenan revolutionized sports entertainment with impressive skills as a manager, wrestler and color commentator. Share this article share tweet text email link nina mandell. Now, for the first time ever, fans can relive the brain s magnificent career in bobby the brain heenan, a 2disc dvd that tells the life story of heenan as well as collects his most famous matches, interviews, and moments. Wwe wrestling elite fan central bobby the brain heenan. With heenan spending 8 years there and headlining so many events as the top heel manager, you would think that hed have more to say about certain individuals. Bobby heenan, quickwitted promoter of the bad boys of.
The news of bobby the brain heenans passing today gutted me, ross wrote on. Raymond louis heenan november 1, 1944 september 17, 2017, better known as bobby the brain heenan, was an american professional wrestling manager, color commentator, wrestler, and comedian, best known for his time with the american wrestling association awa, the world wrestling federation wwf, now wwe and world championship wrestling wcw. Heenan, whose voice was synonymous with wrestling throughout the. He had a few interesting stories to tell about guys such as andre the giant and dick the bruiser, among other oldtime wrestlers.
Pretty boy bobby heenan, the brain, the weasel although. Sep 18, 2017 tributes have poured in for bobby the brain heenan, one of wrestlings greatest ever commentators, who has died aged 73. Sep 17, 2017 heartbreaking news from the pro wrestling world on sunday as legendary wwe hall of fame wrestler, manager, commentator, brain and weasel bobby heenan has died. Sep 18, 2017 wwe legend bobby the brain heenan dead at 73 with a career spanning more than four decades, heenan was the the brain behind some of the most prolific superstars, wwe says. With adnan alkaissy, arn anderson, steve austin, rodney begnaud. June 12, 20 bobby the brain heenan is arguably the greatest manager in. Heenan is best known for his time in american wrestling association awa, the world wrestling federation wwf and world championship wrestling wcw. Reading heenans words, you also get a good feel for how the territorial wrestling scene operated back in the. The cover of the book is a masterpiece in itself, featuring the heenan we all loved to hate from his wrestlingmanaging days. Bobby heenans autobiography is a must read for any fan who grew up with wrestling in the 60s, 70s and 80s. So, without any further delay, i give you life and ventures of bobby the brain heenan. Wrestlings bad boy tells all 1st by bob heenan, steve anderson, hulk hogan isbn. He is legendary in the business for his skill in drawing heel heat for himself and his wrestlers, and for his masterful onscreen repartee with gorilla monsoon as a color commentator.
Longtime friend and commentator jim ross announced the news on twitter that bobby the brain heenan has passed away at the age of 73. Born raymond louis heenan, he was best known to wrestling fans as a legendary heel manager the brain or the weasel as he was called by opposing wrestlers and fans and commentator during his days with the american wrestling association, world wrestling federation later. Sep 17, 2017 bobby the brain heenan has died at the age of 73, according to a tweet by wrestling announcer jim ross. Raymond louis heenan was born in chicago on november 1, 1944.
Jun 02, 2010 the life and career of bobby the brain heenan duration. Ive had people throw rocks, batteries and cups of urine and beer at me, heenan wrote in his 2002 book bobby the brain. As a matter of fact, a source who asked to remain nameless has told us that he does not believe heenan. Now, for the first time ever, fans can relive the brain s magnificent career in bobby the brain heenan, a 2disc dvd that tells the life story of heenan as well as collects his. Nicknamed the brain, heenan was the witty mouthpiece for a number of wwe hall of fame wrestlers, including king kong bundy, ravishing rick rude, curt hennig and andre. In this book bobby the brain spares no expenses digging into people whom he dislikes for whatever reasons. Bobby the brain heenan had a career spanning four decades, performing as a wrestler, commentator and manager to some of the. Tributes have poured in for bobby the brain heenan, one of wrestlings greatest ever commentators, who has died aged 73. Heenan managed wrestlers under the heenan family name in the american wrestling association awa, the national wrestling alliances nwa georgia championship wrestling gcw, and the world wrestling federation wwf. Bobby the brain unleashes the life story of bobby heenan, better known as the brain in wrestling circles. Wrestlings bad boy tells all, was released by triumph books on september 1, 2002 with a foreword from hulk hogan. The wwe announced sunday that bobby the brain heenan, a longtime manager and announcer, died at the age of 73.