The Rock Posts Five-Minute Tribute To Pat Patterson

One of the most influential stars in pro wrestling history has been Pat Patterson. His work in the business cannot be overstated and one of the many people he helped has been The Rock.

Patterson sadly passed away two weeks ago and there was an outpouring of emotion from many in the pro wrestling world. Now, The Rock has posted a five-minute tribute to Patterson on his Instagram. Here is the link to the post.

“Been reconciling his death for a few weeks now
This past January my father dies unexpectedly and a few weeks ago my father figure dies unexpectedly too.
F’n 2020.
We all have those defining moments and people in our lives where when we look back and connect all the dots….
that decision or that person was the anchoring factor that set us on that path to where we are today.
Pat Patterson was that person to me.
This toast is for you Pat..
I love you. I thank you.
Now let’s hear, MY WAY one more time..
* post script *
At the end of this video when Pat is singing MY WAY to all our beloved wrestling legends – many of whom are now in heaven raising hell. That visual kicked me in the gut.
Very emotional.
As if Pats up there in heaven singing to all of them right now.
My dad included.
See you boys down the road”

The Rock has always been open about his relationship with Pat Patterson, having broken into the WWE in 1996. Patterson worked backstage for the company as well as on-screen with his work with Mr. McMahon and Gerry Briscoe at the time.

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