Wrestler George 'The Animal' Steele Passes Away
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Superstar wrestler William James Myers, better known as George "The Animal" Steele, has passed away at the age of 79, the WWE announced on Friday.
Steele's first WWE appearances came in 1967.
Steele was best known for chewing on the turnbuckles during his matches.
Prior to his professional wrestling career, Steele received a bachelor of science degree from Michigan State University and a Master's Degree from Central Michigan University.
Steele had been living in Cocoa Beach, Florida.
George"the Animal"Steel,RIP my brother,only love,only grateful. HH
— Hulk Hogan (@HulkHogan) February 17, 2017
No way! RIP George the Animal https://t.co/mpaD3M0DH2
— Jon Marks (@JonMarksMedia) February 17, 2017
Sorry to hear of the passing of George "The Animal" Steel! He was an Agent/ producer when I first came to @WWE and was always very kind.
— Brian G. James (@BrianRDJames) February 17, 2017
RIP George 'The Animal' Steele. One of the greatest wrestling characters of all time. pic.twitter.com/fZhmiKUtiA
— Adam Pacitti (@adampacitti) February 17, 2017