Impact Executive Bob Ryder Passes Away

It is with great sadness that we must inform you that long-time Impact Wrestling executive Bob Ryder has passed away.

Dave Meltzer reported the news earlier today on Twitter. While there are currently few details available, Ryder had been in poor health for a while and was battling cancer.

Bob Ryder was found dead at his home in Nashville by police today. We don't know more but he had fallen yesterday and was on advanced chemo. Impact officials couldn't get in touch with him and went to his home and he never answered, police were called and found him dead,

— Dave Meltzer (@davemeltzerWON) November 25, 2020

“Bob Ryder was found dead at his home in Nashville by police today. We don’t know more but he had fallen yesterday and was on advanced chemo. Impact officials couldn’t get in touch with him and went to his home and he never answered, police were called and found him dead,”

Ryder had been with Impact for a long time, serving as the travel director. He was quite influential with the company, often interacting with fans and detractors of the show.

Ryder was hospitalized with cancer in 2012. He was initially given 3-6 months to live, a diagnosis he well outlived. He had also beaten cancer into remission before it returned. Ryder had been on chemotherapy  prior to his passing.

A number of current and former Impact stars have already posted their tributes to Bob Ryder on Twitter.

Just heard the sad news about Bob Ryder’s passing. Bob took such great care of me & my family during my time with @IMPACTWRESTLING. Even after I left, Bob was so incredibly supportive of my family & career. Godspeed, my friend, you’ll be missed.#RIP Bob Ryder

— MATT HARDY (@MATTHARDYBRAND) November 25, 2020

There are people that can enter your life and completely change everything. Bob Ryder was that person for me. His courageous, long fight with cancer never kept his spirits down. He was the kind of best friend that comes along once in a lifetime. I will miss him terribly.

— Jeremy Borash (@JeremyBorash) November 25, 2020

Bob Ryder and I became friends my first day in @IMPACTWRESTLING My last day there he was one of the very few that it was difficult to say goodbye to. We remained in contact since then. A total pro who loved the wrestling business. I am incredibly sad today. RIP Bob. Godspeed sir

— Frankie Kazarian (@FrankieKazarian) November 25, 2020

Rest In Peace Bob Ryder. A true gentleman who helped me and countless others immensely. One of the good ones, he will be sorely missed!

— Christopher Daniels (@facdaniels) November 25, 2020

I’m crushed to hear Bob Ryder passed away today. He was one of a kind. He loved the business, the talent and everyone around him. He wore countless hats and was a big part of the success I had during my career. I love you Bob. Rest In Peace my friend.

— Abyss (@TherealAbyss) November 25, 2020

https://twitter.com/WWEMaverick/status/1331664811072032770

BEYOND devastated about the passing Bob Ryder. He was the kindest, most selfless person you could imagine. He always did for others. He meant the world to me. We had just talked & I was worried he would be alone for Thanksgiving. Cannot tell u how much I will miss @brydertna ?

— Dixie Carter (@TNADixie) November 25, 2020

RIP Bob Ryder

— Brian Myers (@Myers_Wrestling) November 25, 2020

From everyone here at WrestleTalk, we extend out deepest condolences to the friends, family, and colleagues of Bob Ryder.

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