Sid Vicious, WrestleMania Star and WWF Champion, Dies at 63: ‘He Paved the Way for So Many of Us’

Mar. 15, 2025

Sidney Eudy — a.k.a. Sid Vicious, Sycho Sid and Sid Justice — wrestling Hulk Hogan in 1992.Photo:Daily Mirror/Mirrorpix via Getty

Daily Mirror/Mirrorpix via Getty

Two-time WWF champion Sid Vicious has died. He was 63.

The pro wrestler’s son Gunnar Eudy announced the death of his dad — born Sidney Eudy — in aFacebook tributeon Monday, Aug. 26.

“I am deeply saddened to share that my father, Sid Eudy, has passed away after battling cancer for several years,” Gunnar wrote about Sid, who was also known in the ring as Sycho Sid and Sid Justice. “He was a man of strength, kindness, and love, and his presence will be greatly missed.”

PEOPLE reached out to Gunnar Eudy for further comment.

Sycho Sid and an elephant in 1996.Tony Bock/Getty

Tony Bock/Getty

Tributes to the WrestleMania star flowed in from the WWE, former WWF wrestlers and fans, detailing Sid’s impact on the wrestling community.

“An unforgettable presence, and it can’t be overstated how big of a role he played in creating ‘The Heartbreak Kid.’ His work, legacy, and influence will inspire our business for generations to come,” Michaels, 59 and retired, said in astatement on X.

Fellow retired wrestler Booker T also shared a message about Sid’s legacy.

“Without Sid Vicious, I don’t think my brother and I would have made it to WCW,” Booker T, 59, wrote onX.  “His impact on this business was undeniable, and he paved the way for so many of us. My deepest condolences to his family during this difficult time.”

Sid Vicious in March 1992.Daily Mirror/Mirrorpix via Getty

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The World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE; formerly WWF) posted a black-and-white photo of Sid emblazoned with “WWE REMEMBERS” on it viaX.

“WWE is saddened to learn that Sid Eudy has passed away,” the WWE said. “WWE extends its condolences to Eudy’s family, friends and fans.”

Sid’s son added that Sid’s memorial service details will be shared soon, but for now, “We appreciate your thoughts and prayers as we grieve this loss.”

source: people.com