TMZ has reported that wrestling legend Macho Man Randy Savage has passed away this morning in a car crash. It is believed that Savage had a heart attack and then lost control of the vehicle. Read more after the jump.
RIP Macho Man!
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Macho Man Randy Savage — one of the most famous wrestlers of all-time — died today in a car accident in Tampa, Florida … TMZ has learned.
TMZ spoke with Randy’s brother, Lanny Poffo, who tells us the wrestling legend suffered a heart attack while he was behind the wheel around 10 AM … and lost control of his vehicle.
Earlier this month, Savage celebrated his 1-year anniversary with his new wife Lynn.
Savage was 58.
Macho Man began wrestling in the WWF in 1985 and became a superstar with his trademark catchphrase “Ooooooh Yeaahhhhh.”
Florida Highway Patrol tells TMZ … Savage was driving his 2009 Jeep Wrangler when he veered across a concrete median … through oncoming traffic … and “collided head-on with a tree.”
Savage was transported to Largo Medical center, where he died from his injuries.
Savage’s wife was a passenger in the vehicle during the collision — but survived with “minor injuries.” She was transported to a different local hospital where she was treated.
According to officials, Randy and Lynn were both wearing their seatbelts at the time of the accident.
Cops say alcohol was NOT a factor.
An investigation into the accident is underway.
wow r.i.p
R.I.P. to a straight legend…One of the reasons I still watch wrestlin to this day!
Macho Man Randy Savage one of the greatest wrestlers of all-time died today in a car accident in Tampa, Florida.
So sad. I remeber watching him, Hulk Hogan, & the guy that used to wear the skirts something Piper. RIP Randy Savage!
Fuckup my aunt love him rip to one of the best
ooooooh yeaaaaahhh RIP Macho Man!
RIP Macho Man!