- The WWE veteran died at the age of 79. Know what the superstars said?
- The veteran won the first Intercontinental Championship in WWE.
WWE veteran Pat Patterson has died at the age of 79. The news has shaken the entire WWE Universe. Patterson was the first intercontinental champion of WWE. He did this feat in the year 1979. Patterson played a fairly good role in WWE.
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Patterson also commented after retirement. He was very well known in WWE during the Attitude Era. Patterson appeared in Raw Reunion last year. He won the 24/7 championship by pinning Drake Maverick. But he lost the title the same night against Briscoe. In 1996, he was officially inducted into the Hall of Fame by the WWE.
Everyone is saddened by Patterson’s death. Several WWE veterans gave him the Tribute on Social Media.
I can not express how crushed I feel right now with the loss of Pat Patterson. A true member of my family, mentor and dear friend.
I love you Pat.
God speed. pic.twitter.com/FdaAFnsw8m— Shane McMahon (@shanemcmahon) December 2, 2020
(I can’t tell how broken Patterson is. I love you Pat.)
Just heard of the passing this morning if the great, Pat Patterson.
True legend of the pro wrestling business.
A wonderful mentor who taught me so much.
RIP old friend. ???? pic.twitter.com/t61R9yCze1— Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) December 2, 2020
(True legend of the wrestling business. A good partner and mentor. RIP)
Sorry to hear the sad news of Pat Patterson passing away. Pat was a really funny guy…not stop smiling & busting chops. No doubt one of the greatest finish men in the history of the business. #RIP pic.twitter.com/Hy6D2cAKrK
— head honcho (@OfficialTAZ) December 2, 2020
(Too bad to hear Patterson’s news. He was a very nice person. RIP.)
So sad to hear of the passing of @wwe legend Pat Patterson. One of the greatest minds in the business and just an all around great guy. I will miss him and his karaoke! RIP my friend. You are a hero to many! pic.twitter.com/WXFwJ1fjkO
— Charles Robinson (@WWERobinson) December 2, 2020
(Very sad to hear this news. For many, you have been a hero. We will always remember. RIP.)
Wow – what a loss for the @wwe family. There was never a time I saw Pat Patterson backstage at a show or event where he wasn’t smiling or trying to make people laugh. Thanks for always being kind to me during our interactions. Your bright spirit will be missed.
— Kayla Braxton (@KaylaBraxtonWWE) December 2, 2020
(WWE Family has suffered a huge loss. I Will always remember.)
(Love you pat and thank you.)
(Very sad to hear this news. For me Patterson will always be at the top.)
Saddened to hear the news about Pat Patterson. Coming to WWE in 2002 was a “unique” situation. Pat was one of the first to go out of his way and genuinely make me feel at home. We shared many hours, stories, and yes a cocktail or 2. RIP Pat. You did it your way.
— Eric Bischoff (@EBischoff) December 2, 2020
(Sorry to hear this news. RIP)
Pat Patterson was more than the first Intercontinental Champion & father of the Royal Rumble Match. He helped lay the foundation for WWE as we know it. His mentorship shaped careers, his creativity sparked innovation and his friendship lifted spirits. Love you, Pat. We miss you. pic.twitter.com/TugpAOrN6O
— Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) December 2, 2020
(Patterson was the first Intercontinental Champion and the father of the Royal Rumble match. He had always helped to advance the WWE. Love you, Pat. Will be sorely missed.)
Loss is incredibly difficult. Those we love are only truly gone if we stop caring. Pat Patterson lived life as it should be lived with passion, love and purpose. He helped so many and always entertained with a story or joke. He will live on in my life always. Love you Patrick.
— John Cena (@JohnCena) December 2, 2020
(This is a difficult time. Patterson lived his life in a very special way. He helped many people. He will always be in my life. Love you, Patrick.)
Patterson made his debut at Wrestling in 1958. He joined WWE in 1979 after two decades. He then became the company’s first intercontinental champion. In 1984, he retired from this ring talent. After this, he always worked in WWE backstage. He always did a fantastic job as a creative team member. The idea of the Royal Rumble was given by Patterson. He is called the father of the Royal Rumble.
