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RIP Sabu. Godspeed my friend. I'll have a lot more to share, but right now I'm just very sad and heartbroken to hear this news about my friend, and about a man who literally changed the presentation of professional wrestling.

— ???? Frankie Kazarian ???? (@FrankieKazarian) May 11, 2025

The ECW original whose innovative style helped bring the entire wrestling world to a new extreme. We send our condolences to his loved ones. https://t.co/6qp9KAvRpD

— Triple H (@TripleH) May 11, 2025

What a shame…. Sabu…Another legend gone too soon. Sabu was definitely an innovator and did it his way. He was among the first to bring the hardcore style to the masses and will always be remembered. My confidences to his family & friends. What a sad day…

— George Napolitano (@Starshot9) May 11, 2025

Ahh Sabu ????
He done that many ICW tours with us, it felt like he was one of our own.
Highlight ALMOST breaking him dancing to Madonna. He was an absolute gem of a guy and it was so good to see him again in Manchester in February. The only wrestling thing I have hanging in my… pic.twitter.com/DS7p7xdAMf

— GRADO (@gradowrestling) May 11, 2025

I am truly saddened to learn of the passing of Terry Brunk, who many of us knew and admired as Sabu. His contributions to the world of professional wrestling were nothing short of legendary. I always looked forward to seeing him at our wrestling conventions, where he was not only… pic.twitter.com/WyfEfHc2P5

— Marc Mero (@MarcMero) May 11, 2025

There is so much “SABU” IN the “CROWBAR” character. We never hung out, but the love, respect and kinship we had was special. He MADE ME when he could have squashed me. His style inspired me like countless others, it was always great and special to see thus guy. This one hits… pic.twitter.com/bmWgNHE6Uk

— CROWBAR (@wcwcrowbar) May 11, 2025

Sabu gave his body and heart to the business night after night. The scars he wore served as a reminder of all the unforgettable moments he gave us. Thank you Sabu, RIP.????

This news comes as a shock as Sabu is in Tuesday’s episode paying tribute to his uncle The Original Sheik. pic.twitter.com/ix7EdI7tYE

— Dark Side of the Ring (@DarkSideOfRing) May 11, 2025

There aren’t enough words to describe how important Sabu was to professional wrestling.

He was true master, and dedicated his life to this business.

An undeniable “Generational Talent”

Rest Easy Sabu ???? pic.twitter.com/1OVxYLY9lL

— Sam Adonis (@RealSamAdonis) May 11, 2025

Never Had The Pleasure of Being In The Squared Circle With Sabu‼️Would Gave Been A “CLASSIC” Match???????????? My Condolences To Hitomi????R.I.P. Terrance Brunk????????YOU????????Were One of A Kind In This Business⭐️ pic.twitter.com/uWQBNtoU6m

— SGT SLAUGHTER (@_SgtSlaughter) May 11, 2025

It’s so sad to hear about the passing of Sabu. Inside the ring, he was an innovator and pioneer. Outside the ring, he was one of my favorite people pic.twitter.com/0HzyvYsikA

— jonnycandido (@Candido118) May 11, 2025

この前会った時元気だったし、先月の引退試合の映像見たけど、凄い事やってたよね。
信じたくないよ。
Sabu がいなければ寂しくてミシガンの小さな町に半年も住んでいられなかった。
本当にいつもありがとう。
大好きです。
安らかにお眠り下さい。 pic.twitter.com/IP28xIMdOR

— 田中将斗 (@masato_dangan01) May 11, 2025

My older brother and myself once drove 6 hours to see Sabu vs Jerry Lynn on an indie show. ☝???? pic.twitter.com/V4J5gVT0p7

— Simon Gotch / サイモン・ゴッチ (@deviousjourney) May 11, 2025

RIP to the legendary Sabu, tell The Bag Lady I said hello ❤️❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/Vmdq308X8U

— “The Big LG” Doc Gallows (@The_BigLG) May 11, 2025

RIP Sabu ???????????? pic.twitter.com/ipi4fNeeC6

— Brooklyn Brawler (@brawlerreal) May 11, 2025

Sabu was one of the most influential wrestlers of our generation.

His fearless style, the risks he took, and the unforgettable moments he created in the ring left a lasting impact on all of us. It's a beautiful thing to sit together, share stories, and remember the first time we… pic.twitter.com/E8XoNfqwMs

— West Coast Pro (@WCProOfficial) May 11, 2025

I wrestled Sabu in 2019 a few months after he had a hip replacement. He springboard tornado ddt’d me out of my boots.

It was wild!

Then he wanted to stab me with a spike for a bit but we figured it out.

RIP Sabu

One of very few who can say they changed the entire industry. pic.twitter.com/X9P1Cot8Aq

— Josh Alexander (@Walking_Weapon) May 11, 2025

RIP SABU ????

you went from -
IDOL to INSPIRATION to MENTOR
not just for me.
but for GENERATIONS!

I had the honor of sharing the ring with Sabu over 10x times in my career. It was always a wild time and I wouldn’t have it any of way.

THERE WILL ONLY BE ONE SABU!! pic.twitter.com/OakKy5a5eZ

— dannydemanto (@dannydemanto) May 11, 2025

???? #RIPSabu #ECW #WWE #WCW #AEW #Hardcore #HardcoreLegend #ECWLegend #Wrestling #Icon #Sabu #Shiek #MothersDay pic.twitter.com/7a79uJKNbl

— Elijah Burke (@DaBlackPope) May 11, 2025

Just heard the news about Sabu. My heart is heavy. Sabu was the first “independent wrestler” I discovered through reading PWI Magazines as a kid. Was completely enamored with what I was looking at on a monthly basis.

Last year he paid us a visit while we were in Vegas and we… pic.twitter.com/dmFi2iTG2d

— Skyzz (@TheJohnSkyler) May 11, 2025

On behalf of everyone at Starrcast, we extend our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the family, friends, colleagues and fans of suicidal, homicidal, genocidal, death-defying maniac, Sabu. pic.twitter.com/2PahWGJHtE

— Starrcast (@StarrcastEvents) May 11, 2025

Today, the Cauliflower Alley Club along with the entire wrestling world mourns the loss of Terry "Sabu" Brunk, a wrestling legend who left an indelible mark on the sport. Known for his fearless and innovative style, Sabu redefined hardcore wrestling. Rest in peace, Sir. pic.twitter.com/a76Xe8pKkA

— Cauliflower Alley Club (@CACReunion) May 11, 2025

The word ‘innovator’ is thrown around in wrestling a lot. But Sabu was a true innovator in every sense of the word. Inspired so many wrestlers and changed the landscape of wrestling forever.

Had the honour of sharing a ring with Sabu back in 2017. Bucket list stuff pic.twitter.com/UwG1zJDqXG

— Flash Morgan Webster (@Flash_Morgan) May 11, 2025

RIP Sabu

Thank you for all the memories pic.twitter.com/BMEkkFP38F

— Create A Pro NY (@CreateAPro) May 11, 2025

The coolest wrestler ever. #Sabu pic.twitter.com/GIArce0fGa

— Absolute Intense Wrestling (@aiwrestling) May 11, 2025