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I want to send my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Lyle C. Williams, a well known and beloved photographer from the Philadelphia/New Jersey independent scene who did a lot for Combat Zone Wrestling and tons to assist independent promoters and wrestlers over the years. Williams passed away following a short illness. He was a United States military veteran who absolutely loved photography and would shoot ringside until fairly recently when issues with his knees prevented him from being able to continue. He was very much one of the largest pieces of connective tissue for a lot of independent wrestling in the Philly area and there were countless tributes to him from WWE stars on down over the last 24 hours. He was a genuinely nice and wonderful person and he'll be missed. Our deepest condolences again to his family and friends. He won't be forgotten.
Lyle Williams was such an awesome guy! Hard working, loved wrestling & he was an excellent photographer. I always enjoyed seeing him and catching up. Lyle- you were loved by many and you’ll be missed sorely. Rest In Peace, my friend. ?? https://t.co/AXetTeYNQy
— KASSIUS (KASH-US) (@KassiusOhno) June 2, 2019
Sad to hear the passing of Lyle Williams. He was such a huge part of CZW’s success.
— SONJAY (@sonjaydutterson) June 3, 2019
He was a very kind man.
It was nice to have him join us for a group picture in February. pic.twitter.com/FVWrkHhueO
Lyle Williams took this picture.
— Adam Pearce (@ScrapDaddyAP) June 3, 2019
From time-to-time he’d send me various shots from matches of mine, and he never ever had to. He did it because he knew I appreciated it and because he loved wrestling.
I’m so grateful that he did.
Rest well, and THANK YOU.
Godspeed, Lyle. pic.twitter.com/VWmGeTnWGp
Very saddened to hear of the passing of Lyle Williams.
— BIG DAWG (@RhettTitusANX) June 3, 2019
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Lyle was always a very kind man, a pleasure to be around, & a awesome photographer.
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Rest In Peace my friend pic.twitter.com/487cHgpzvD
Wrestling lost a huge fan today. I hadn’t seen Lyle Williams in many years but I still remember his kindness and enthusiasm for this industry.
— Kevin (@FightOwensFight) June 3, 2019
He took a lot of pride in capturing moments from every show he could make it to and sharing them with everyone.
He will be missed. pic.twitter.com/9twKjP2plb
Japanese legend The Great Muta will be signing at the Icons of Wrestling convention this Saturday afternoon at the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia and competing that night at the House of Hardcore event, teaming with Tommy Dreamer against Johnny Impact and Michael Elgin. On Sunday 6/9, he will be signing at the Wrestling Universe store in Queens, NY and then heading to that evening's House of Hardcore event in St. James, Long Island.
Philadelphia Weekly featured a long piece on the 2300 Arena at this link.
This Wednesday's episode of The Wrestlers on Viceland will focus on women's professional wrestling in Japan. The promotional material for the episode notes - "Japan boasts the finest women's wrestling in the world. Damian visits Tokyo to learn what makes these women so good and meet the upcoming generation of female wrestlers."
Jushin Liger, Roppongi 3K and Rocky Romero will be working for North Carolina's PWX on 7/7.
The former Big Cass is now accepting bookings via Bill Behrens at ShowBis@aol.com.
Viceland released the following clip of a tour of Jim Cornette's home:
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