Scott Hall cause of death NEWS
HALL of fame wrestler Scott Hall, who is professionally known as Razor Ramon, passed away after being taken off life support Monday afternoon.
WWE broke the news of the retired wrestler’s death at the start of its show, Monday Night Raw, on March 14.
Earlier this month, Hall, 63, was rushed to the hospital after falling and breaking his hip.
He then suffered three heart attacks after a blood clot got loose, and was placed on life support.
Many of the former wrestler’s friends took to Twitter to pay tribute to the star, including Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and Paige.
Some of the well-wishers were Former WWE IC wrestling champ Marc Mero and Ten-times women’s champion Mickie James-Aldis.
Read our Scott Hall live blog for the very latest news and updates…
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WWE obituary, continued
“He participated in memorable rivalries against Kevin Nash, Bret Hart, Shawn Michaels and countless others, with his two Ladder Matches against Michaels at WrestleMania X and SummerSlam 1995 both considered all-time classics by fans and industry insiders alike,” the obituary continued.
“In 1996, Hall re-joined World Championship Wrestling and joined Kevin Nash and Hulk Hogan as the founding members of the nWo (New World Order), revolutionizing the sports-entertainment industry and ushering in the ‘Monday Night Wars.'”
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WWE obituary
The WWE website shared a touching obituary for Scott Hall after his passing.
“WWE is saddened to learn that two-time WWE Hall of Famer Scott Hall has passed away,” it began.
“A hugely influential Superstar, Hall began his career in 1984, performing with various organizations across the country before joining World Championship Wrestling in 1991 as The Diamond Studd.”
“In 1992, Hall signed with WWE and introduced fans all over the world to the character of Razor Ramon, becoming a four-time Intercontinental Champion and one of the most enduring personas of WWE’s ‘New Generation.'”
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Eddie Kingston’s tribute to Scott Hall
Edward Moore, also known by his ring name Eddie Kingston, paid tribute to Scott Hall on social media on Monday.
“Prayers and thoughts to Scott Hall and his family and friends,” he wrote.
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Tributes pour in from fans
Before his death was announced, many fans expressed hope for the WWE star to recover.
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Triple H: ‘I’m gutted’
WWE star Triple H expressed his heartbreak in a tribute to Scott Hall on Twitter:
“’m gutted…Lost a brother,” he wrote.
“I love you Scott!!”
“I’ll see you down the road…”
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Trish Stratus shares tribute
The Canadian wrestler shared a photo with Scott Hall along with a quote from the late star.
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Mick Foley: ‘a towering figure’
Wrestler Mick Foley honored Scott Hall in a recent tweet:
“Scott Hall was a towering figure among his contemporaries – a legend inside and outside the ring,” he wrote.
“My deepest condolences to his friends, family and everyone who loved him.”
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John Layfield: ‘Rest easy friend’
John Layfield also shared a tribute to Scott Hall:
“Always enjoyed being around the Bad Guy.”
“One of best minds, and workers, in the business, he and Kevin changed the business-for the better.”
“Rest easy friend.”
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Nattie: ‘we have each others backs’
Natalie Neidhart-Wilson also paid tribute to Scott Hall:
“So many prayers for Scott Hall and his family right now,” she wrote on Twitter.
“The wrestling community is a very strong family and near or far, we have each others backs.”
“Times like these are never easy but I do know there are so many incredible people waiting for you on the other side, ‘Bad Guy.’”
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Nikki Bella: ‘Doesn’t seem real’
Nikki Bella posted a tribute to Scott Hall on Twitter, after WWE announced his passing.
“I’ll cherish our memories and always be so beyond grateful for your words and encouragement,” she wrote.
“Has always meant so much to Brie and I. Lots of love and prayers to the family.”
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RAWTalk pays tribute to Scott Hall
The talk show hosts shared their thoughts on the passing of Scott Hall, and discussed the legacy he created.
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NXT Star pays tribute
NXT star Mrs. Lumis also shared a tribute to Scott Hall on social media.
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O’Shea Jackson Jr: ‘We love you’
WWE fanatic O’Sea Jackson Jr paid tribute to the two-time Hall of Famer.
He shared a quote by Scott Hall, and added:
“Long live Scott Hall. Razor Ramon. We love you.”
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Who confirmed Scott Hall’s death?
The WWE star’s death was confirmed by fellow Hall of Famer and good friend, Sean Waltman, better known as X-Pac.
“He’s gone. 😔” Waltman tweeted.
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What did WWE say?
“WWE is saddened to learn that two-time WWE Hall of Famer Scott Hall has passed away,” tweeted WWE in tribute to the star.
“WWE extends its condolences to Hall’s family, friends and fans.”
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WrestleMania and Monday Night Raw photos
Musician Ethan Cramer shared photos he took of Scott Hall from the WrestleMania X ladder match vs Shawn Michaels, and Monday Night Raw 1994.
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Fans appeared at the hospital
Some took to social media Monday afternoon to tell people to avoid the hospital Scott Hall was being treated at.
Wrestling News said in a tweet for people to “stay away from the hospital where Scott Hall is staying.”
“STOP IT!”
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WWF and WWE name dispute
The World Wrestling Federation (WWF) announced in the spring of 2002 that it was changing its company name to World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).
The switch came after the company lost a lawsuit by the World Wildlife Fund over the WWF trademark.
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When was Scott Hall taken off life support?
The WWE star was reportedly removed from life support Monday afternoon.
According to reports, he survived on his own for several hours before passing away Monday night.
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Scott Hall’s ring names
Scott Hall went by a variety of ring names as a wrestler.
They included The Diamond Studd, Razor Ramon, American Starship Coyote, Texas Scot, and his real name, Scott Hall.
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Acting career
In addition to the money he made as a wrestler, Scott Hall earned some from acting, as well as from brand endorsements.
He appeared in character as Razor Ramon on The Jerry Springer Show and had a show on YouTube called Last Call with Scott Hall.
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Hall and the New World Order
Hall was a multi-time WWE Intercontinental Champion during his run with WWE.
Hall enjoyed great success working for Vince McMahon and claimed the Intercontinental Championship.
He and best friend Kevin Nash then shook up the whole business when they quit WWE after failing to agree to a new contract and headed to rival promotion WCW.
The pair and Hulk Hogan then formed the iconic New World Order faction that led to WCW beating WWE in the TV ratings for 83 weeks.
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When did Scott Hall retire?
The WWE star retired from wrestling in June 2010.
After retiring, he has made sporadic appearances at events.
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Where was Scott Hall being hospitalized?
The 63-year-old retired professional wrestler was being treated at the Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in Marietta, Georgia, according to reports.
He passed away on March 14, 2022.
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Scott Hall was charged with murder
In 1983, Scott Hall shot a man with his own gun after wrestling it away from him.
He was charged with second-degree murder, and the charges were dropped due to a lack of evidence.
Hall claimed he shot the man in self-defense, and in a 2011 ESPN interview, he said he is unable to forget what happened.
