Paul Bearer Too Soon

Paul Bearer, the eccentric WWE manager who helped introduce the Undertaker has died Tuesday evening 3-5-2013. He was at the age of 58 according to the WWE.

Bearer who’s real name is “Bill” Moody joined the WWE in 1990 and played the role of a creepy funeral director who managed various wrestling stars. Some of those included the Undertaker, Kane, Rick Rude, Vader and Mankind.

The details surrounding Bearer’s death are unclear, but he reportedly suffered from serious health problems over the past decade including morbid obesity and gallbladder issues.

The WWE released a statement saying “WWE is saddened to learn of the passing of William Moody, aka Paul Bearer.”

“Moody made his WWE debut in 1991 as the manager of The Undertaker and went on to become a memorable part of WWE over the course of the next 20 years. Our deepest condolences go out to Moody’s family, friends and fans.”

Out thoughts go out to his family and loved ones, God Bless.