We are saddened to hear about the passing of WWE Hall of Famer Bob Armstrong. Bullet Bob Armstrong passed away on Thursday at the age of 80.
Armstrong had suffered from Bone cancer. Eldest son and WWE Official Scott Armstrong revealed the news of his horrific disease in the month of March.
Today my 80yr old Dad, @WWE Hall of Famer Bullet Bob, asked if he could come over to get a workout! He’s got bone cancer in his ribs, shoulder and prostate and chose not to go through any treatment (his choice)! I put 30lbs on there and he said, “Gimme 100lbs!!! #Motivation 😎 pic.twitter.com/yhfda0AGqA
— Scott Armstrong (@WWEArmstrong) March 25, 2020
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Five months after that tweet by Scott Armstrong, the Hall of Famer has left us for his heavenly abode. Armstrong’s younger son and a WWE Hall of Famer in his own right, Road Dogg first revealed this heartbreaking news on Twitter.
It is with a very heavy heart we announce the passing of our Father and @WWE Hall of Famer “Bullet” Bob Armstrong. Information regarding funeral arrangements will come at a later date.
— Brian G. James (@WWERoadDogg) August 28, 2020
WWE also released a statement on its website celebrating the life of the Hall of Famer. Here is a part of that statement where the company praised his in-ring work.
“Armstrong, however, didn’t rest on his laurels when he was between the ropes. He handled himself well in the rough-and-tumble southeastern territories by employing an assortment of holds and moves, including his feared sleeper and Georgia Jawbreaker. He also possessed the gift of grappling gab, giving him the uncanny ability to wear down a rival with his words as well as with his strength.”
WWE Superstars send their heartfelt messages for Bullet Bob Armstrong
Here are a few messages sent by WWE superstars and legends celebrating the life of Bullet Bob Armstrong.
.@StephMcMahon and I are thinking of the entire Armstrong family at this difficult time as they mourn the death of @WWE Hall of Famer and patriarch of the Armstrong family, “Bullet” Bob Armstrong. @WWERoadDogg @WWEArmstrong
— Triple H (@TripleH) August 28, 2020
We Love You @WWERoadDogg https://t.co/yFwcUvBoWY
— Stephanie McMahon (@StephMcMahon) August 28, 2020
Bullet Bob. Always so nice to me. I’d like to think he saw how thrilled I was whenever I got to speak with him, which fortunately for me was often. Here is a rare picture of him with sleeves on his shirt. Condolences to your family @WWEArmstrong. Your father is a legend. pic.twitter.com/Un9Yn7Rle6
— player/coach (@CMPunk) August 28, 2020
AEW and the wrestling world mourn the passing of the legendary “Bullet” Bob Armstrong, our thoughts are with his family, his friends and his fans.#RIPBulletBob pic.twitter.com/rlpUpy6pJw
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEWrestling) August 28, 2020
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your father, Brian. I was so fortunate to have known “Bullet” Bob Armstrong, and watch him work his magic inside the ring.
My deepest condolences to you and your family. https://t.co/1nvXN0KnbA
— Mick Foley (@RealMickFoley) August 28, 2020
Heartbroken by the passing of Bullet Bob Armstrong. He crushed his Hall of Fame speech the night this picture was taken. Never seen a father more proud of his sons & sons more proud of their father…ever! #RIPBulletBob What an honor it is to have known you. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/8O7oqeMgG8
— Sean Waltman (@TheRealXPac) August 28, 2020
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RESPECT THE BULLET BOB ARMSTRONG AND HIS FAMILY. I KNOW HIM FOR LONG LONG TIME AND I LOVE HIS FAMILY FOREVER. GOD BLESS YOU AND REST IN PEACE BROTHER.
— The Iron Sheik (@the_ironsheik) August 28, 2020
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We will certainly keep the Hall of Famer Bob Armstrong in our prayers.
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