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Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, John Cena and many others have saluted The Undertaker after the wrestler gave a “final goodbye” to his 30-year career in the ring.
The Undertaker, whose real is Mark William Calaway, officially announced his retirement from WWE in a heartfelt statement he delivered at WWE Survivor Series on Sunday night. “For 30 long years, I have slowly walked into this ring and let people rest again and again. And now my time has come. My time has come to let The Undertaker rest in peace,” he said.
“My time has come to let @enterrador Rest in peace.”#ThankYouTaker #Farewell #Survival series pic.twitter.com/vIZShTdwmi
– WWE (@WWE) November 23, 2020
In response to the announcement, a host of past and current wrestlers celebrated the WWE Superstar and his illustrious career in sports entertainment. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson was one of the first to enter the social media tribute circle, recounting one of his earliest memories of The Deadman, exactly 30 years after his on-screen debut.
Today 30 years ago, he made his iconic #Survival series debut. Like EVERYONE, I was in awe as a newbie to the @WWE when his first words pierced my soul as he walked into the dressing room and said, “Muthafucka” True Story I am honored to share the ring with you, brother. #ThankYouTaker pic.twitter.com/ULlppOQlCa
– Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) November 22, 2020
WWE CEO Vince McMahon, John Cena, Triple H, Ric Flair, Kurt Angle, Shawn Michaels and several others joined Johnson on social media to pay tribute to The Undertaker, who previously acknowledged how his Boneyard vs. AJ match Styles at WrestleMania could serve as the “perfect ending” to his legendary career of more than 30 years.
Shortly after the announcement, #ThankYouTaker began to be trending on Twitter, as many people shared tweets of gratitude towards the wrestler for being a great artist on the WWE circuit, while others highlighted memories and specific matches in recognition of all the souls that The Undertaker has left. rest in the ring for the past three decades.
The measuring stick. The leader of the dressing room. The phenomenon. Today three decades ago, @Enterior changed the landscape of sports entertainment. His legacy is unmatched, his impact immeasurable. #ThankYouTaker. # Undertaker30 pic.twitter.com/TWm1Ihww8U
– Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) November 22, 2020
After three decades of @enterrador committing wholeheartedly to him @WWE, tonight we are witnessing the end of an extraordinary work. For all moments in the ring and as a member of the @WWEUniverso, I say #ThankYouTaker! #Survival series # Undertaker30
– John Cena (@JohnCena) November 22, 2020
For every trip that I will never forget #ThankYouTaker #Survival series pic.twitter.com/0HMT5T8xVg
– Triple H (@TripleH) November 22, 2020
Congratulations to the one and only @enterrador! I can’t say how much you meant to me personally. With such an extraordinary career, you deserve the best send-off ever! WOOOOO! pic.twitter.com/rJx6WksCt2
– Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) November 22, 2020
Incredible match !!! Congratulations on 30 Amazing Years Deadman! @enterrador https://t.co/cZfX35lETQ
– Kurt Angle (@RealKurtAngle) November 21, 2020
We face each other in all kinds of games and create some of the most special moments of my career. Standing in front of the ring @enterrador It was always a daunting experience, but I’m excited to hear the gong toll for the last time. #Farewell #Survival series
– Shawn Michaels (@ShawnMichaels) November 22, 2020
For 30 years, The Undertaker has thrilled audiences around the world with his macabre theatricality and unmatched athletic ability. If you want to remember some of his best moments, check out our previous ranking of The Phenom at WrestleMania, from worst to best, or read all about his dreaded Tombstone piledriver move in our slideshow below.
Adele Ankers is a freelance entertainment journalist. You can contact her at Twitter.
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