WWE Issues Statement On George ‘The Animal’ Steele Passing Away
As noted, WWE Hall of Famer George “The Animal” Steele passed away at the age of 79 last night. WWE issued the following statement on his passing:
George “The Animal” Steele passes away
WWE is saddened to learn that WWE Hall of Famer William James Myers, known to fans as George “The Animal” Steele, has passed away at the age of 79.
Steele was one of the wildest and most unpredictable Superstars in sports-entertainment history. Yet, despite his green tongue, hairy torso and insatiable appetite for turnbuckle pads, “The Animal” was a very well-educated man. Prior to breaking into sports-entertainment, Steele received his Master’s Degree from Central Michigan University and became a high school teacher and wrestling coach in the Detroit area.
It was during his teaching stint that he began moonlighting…
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