Former Pro Wrestler Ultimate Warrior Dies At 54
AP -- The WWE says James Hellwig, better known as former pro wrestler The Ultimate Warrior, has died. He was 54.
The WWE announced Hellwig's death Tuesday night in a statement, though no details were given.
Hellwig was one of pro wrestling's biggest stars in the late 1980s. He beat Hulk Hogan in a memorable match at Wrestlemania in 1990.
He was in the spotlight again earlier this week, making appearances at the latest Wrestlemania in New Orleans and on ``Monday Night Raw,'' and being inducted into the WWE Hall of fame.
WWE chairman Vince McMahon tweeted: ``We are all so sad the Ultimate Warrior has passed away. Our heart is with his wife Dana and his two daughters.''
The WWE didn't immediately respond to a message from The Associated Press seeking additional details.
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