WWE’s first employee Howard Finkel Passes Away at Age 69

It’s a piece of shocking news to be broken out that WWE’s very first employee, Howard Finkel is no more. One of the most loved personnel of WWE, he worked most for WWF, followed by WWE for more than half of his life. And now, at the age of 69, he passed away. The news broke out on the official website of WWE. Not many details are published for the public.

WWE Superstars pay tribute

When someone is no more, WWE has a tradition of paying tribute to its employees. Just like that, WWE superstars along with other personnel shared posts over social media, remembering Howard Finkel.

Vince McMahon, the chairman of WWE too shared a post which says:

“Saddened to learn of the passing of my friend and WWE’s first employee, WWE Hall of Famer Howard Finkel. The grandest moments in sports-entertainment history were made all the grander thanks to Howard’s iconic voice.”

Similarly, her daughter Stephanie McMahon was no behind. She too shared a sad news stating:

“In what has already been a tough week for our @WWE family, today we lost our 1st ever employee and WWE Hall of Famer, @howardfinkel. Howard’s voice is iconic & recognized by generations of fans. He will be missed. #RIPHowardFinkel Thank you for everything. ❤️🙏❤️”

Reason of death: Unknown

Just like always, WWE has not yet publicized the details regarding Howard’s death. The only known details were that he died at the age of 69. Additionally, it was well known that he suffered a stroke back in the year 2018. From then, till his death, he had been in ill condition. Who knows what could be the actual reason, but still it’s not a piece of good news at all.

Howard’s Journey to WWE

Howard was born on 7^th June 1950. He started his professional life as a ring announcer at MSG (Madison Square Garden) in 1977. Then he met Mr. McMahon (WWE’s chairman), where he was hired by the main man itself. At the time he was hired, WWF was in great shape and at the top of the mountain of the sports entertainment industry. Later as WWF transformed to WWE, Howard was still a part of it until his death.

COVID-19 Pandemic might have played a major role

Now that the entire world is suffering from the deadly disease COVID-19, there is no wonder that the same disease might have played an important role in Finkel’s death. As per the latest news known till now, elderly people are more vulnerable to being affected by the disease. Additionally, elderly people who are not well at all, are even more prone to get affected.

Hence, COVID-19 might have been into action and can possibly be a major player in his death. Again, WWE has not made it clear and nothing can be said surely regarding his death. However, the good part was that he died a happy man.

Finkel will enjoy great reputation even after his death

All those people who die being the current employee are seen to enjoy a great reputation even after their death. Take examples of several WWE superstars, who still get remembered. That’s something great done by WWE. Similarly, Howard Finkel’s legacy will go on forever, and he will always be remembered with WWE.