Legendary pro wrestling promoter Jim Crockett Jr. has passed away at the age of 76.
The news of Crockett’s passing was first announced on Facebook by WWE Hall of Famer Robert Gibson of The Rock ‘n’ Roll Express.
“Rest In Peace Jim Crockett, Jr. You will be missed by so many,” Gibson wrote.
Crockett’s passing comes just days after he went into hospice care with kidney and liver issues.
Crockett Jr. was part owner and operator of the legendary Jim Crockett Promotions from 1977 until 1989. The company, which ran affiliated with the NWA, was started by his father, and was sold in 1988 to Ted Turner, who re-named it WCW. Crockett Jr. was a three-term NWA President, last serving in the role in 1991.