WWE Hall Of Famer Afa Anoa’i Passes Away Aged 81

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WWE Hall of Famer Afa Anoa’i of the Wild Samoans has sadly passed away at the age of 81, it has been confirmed.

Afa’s son Samu confirmed his father’s passing earlier today on Facebook, writing:

“It is with deepest regret that we announce the passing of my father Afa Anoai Sr. It was a peaceful transition and he was surrounded by loved ones. Please respect our privacy as we morn our father.”

Afa found fame in the wrestling world as one half of the Wild Samoans tag team alongside his brother Sika, who passed away in June.

Afa and Sika were inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame back in 2007, and last appeared on WWE television at Hell In A Cell in 2020, where they acknowledged Roman Reigns following his victory over Jey Uso.

Afa’s daughter Vale Anoa’i also shared a tribute on social media, as you can see below:

Today, all of our lives are irreparably changed. I love you so much, Dad. More than any words could ever express. Your strength was absolutely superhuman. You fought all the way to the end, and the end was peaceful. That’s all I could have hoped for. I love you so very much.

Afa’s wife Lynn Anoa’i also wrote:

My heart is breaking as I share the tragic news that we lost my beloved husband, your Pops, WWE Hall of Famer, Afa “The Wild Samoan” Anoa’i

Surrounded by an abundance of love from our family, and with God’s angels, bringing peace, love and calmness, while holding my hand, God has taken Afa home.

Afa / Pops is the strongest man that many of us have ever known and I know without any doubt that he is happily reunited with our loved ones, especially his soulmate and tag-team partner, his dear brother, Sika!

I love you Honey. You fought until the end!

God is good all the time. All the time God is good! 🙏🙏🙏💙🐢

We extend our condolences to the family and friends of Afa Anoa’i, and everyone affected by his passing.

Today, all of our lives are irreparably changed. I love you so much, Dad. More than any words could ever express. Your strength was absolutely superhuman. You fought all the way to the end, and the end was peaceful. That's all I could have hoped for. I love you so very much. pic.twitter.com/0mt5blynH3

— Vale Anoa'i (@ValeAnoai) August 16, 2024

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