Former TNA Star Jimmy Rave Has Arm Amputated, Announces Retirement

In a piece of truly shocking and heartbreaking news, former TNA and Ring of Honor star Jimmy Rave has announced his retirement. Rave put out a tweet on November 28 revealing that he had to have his left arm amputated, ending his career.

This effectively has brought Rave’s 21-year career to an end. Here is his tweet:

This is the hardest tweet I have ever had put out. pic.twitter.com/G9kr8oq7ra

— Jimmy Rave (@TheJimmyRave) November 29, 2020

“I have been very blessed for the last 21 years in professional wrestling and getting to live out my dream. Today, that dream has ended for me and I have a new reality. This past Tuesday my world came crashing down when Doctors found an infection in my left arm. I tried toughing it out but by the time I saw a doctor it was too late and they had to amputate my left arm above the elbow. Thus effectively ending my in ring career.

I appreciate everyone who has supported me or anyone who has pegged me with a roll of toilet paper. To my brothers & sisters I have shared the ring with or a locker room; thank you for always pushing me to be better. Thank you to all of my mentors and my students who allow me to still feel needed. This was the hardest thing I have ever had to type. If you have questions or comments please feel free to DM me. Please take your health much more seriously than I did. I am sorry for anyone I have let down. Support pro wrestling!”

Rave had worked for Ring of Honor for long stretches of his career as well as multiple stints in TNA Wrestling. Together with Lance Hoyt (Lance Archer), he was part of the Rock n’ Race Infection.

All of us here at WrestleTalk wish Jimmy Rave all the best during this incredibly difficult time.

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