WWE legend ‘Superstar’ Billy Graham dies aged 79 after long health battle-Alistair McGeorge-Entertainment – Metro

‘Superstar’ Billy Graham influenced generations of stars (Picture: WWE)

WWE legend ‘Superstar’ Billy Graham has died aged 79 after a devastating health battle.

The Hall of Famer and wrestling pioneer, who influenced countless stars including Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair and more, had been on life support following a ‘myriad’ of health issues, but died on Wednesday.

Flair was the first to reveal the news, as he tweeted: ‘The Superstar Billy Graham just left us. Thank you for all your influence on my career!’

As reported by TMZ, he was taken off life support with his wife and daughter by his side.

WWE said in their own tribute: ‘WWE is saddened to learn that WWE Hall of Famer “Superstar” Billy Graham has passed away.’

They added: ‘A former WWE Champion, Graham’s flashy fashion style, over-the-top interviews and bodybuilder physique created the archetype for a generation of Superstars that followed in his footsteps.’

WWE veteran Sean ‘X-Pac’ Waltman is among those to have paid tribute to the late icon.

Sharing a throwback snap of Graham, he tweeted: ‘This is the version of Superstar Billy Graham I got to see in FL. He would come out to Kung Fu Fighting & I loved it! RIP to the most copied man ever in Pro Wrestling.’

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