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    GOD OF THUNDER Kemo's Avatar
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    Unhappy ECW Original New Jack Passes Away

    New Jack, real name Jerome Young, passed away on Friday afternoon. He was 58 years old.

    News of his passing was made public by his wife Jennifer via Pwinsider.com. He had a heart attack in North Carolina where he had lived in recent years.

    He came up with his ring name after being inspired by the film “New Jack City.” He found success after breaking into the pro wrestling business by forming The Gangstas with Mustafa for a run in Smoky Mountain Wrestling. He got recognition for his edgy interviews and worked with the likes of The Rock N’ Roll Express to The Undertaker.

    The tag team went to ECW in 1995 where they had the ECW Tag Team Titles a few times. He later branched off into being a singles wrestler. He had several memorable moments including diving out of balconies, various hardcore matches, and more. He’s also been in the middle of controversy such as the mass transit incident.

    Jack’s life and career were covered in the second season of Dark Side of the Ring on Vice TV. He also appeared in the Beyond the Mat documentary in 1999.

    Our thoughts are with his family had this difficult time.

    WWE is saddened to learn that Jerome Young, known in ECW as New Jack, passed away today at the age of 58.

    WWE extends its condolences to Young’s family and friends.

    — WWE (@WWE) May 15, 2021

    AEW and the wrestling world mourn the passing of ECW Legend “New Jack” Jerome Young. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and his fans.

    — All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) May 15, 2021

    We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jerome "New Jack" Young. We offer our sincerest condolences to his friends and family.

    — IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING) May 14, 2021

    RIP NEW JACK

    Such an intense performer and a riveting interview.

    He made it very easy to believe.#RIPNewJack
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    — Mick Foley (@RealMickFoley) May 15, 2021

    Fearless and passionate performer. My condolences & prayers to the family of New Jack. #RIPNewJack

    — taz (@OfficialTAZ) May 15, 2021

    RIP to New Jack. This will forever be the greatest promo he’s ever cut

    — Kenny Majid – A Kenny For Your Thoughts Podcast (@akfytwrestling) May 14, 2021



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    Holy shit. I actually liked the guy

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    Quote Originally Posted by MOX View Post
    Holy shit. I actually liked the guy
    Me too.



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    I wont miss him.

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    Heyman said some nice things.

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