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A Florida Highway Patrol crash report said the former wrestler - whose legal name was Randy Mario Poffo - was driving a Jeep Wrangler when he lost control in Pinellas County around 9:25 a.m. The Jeep veered over the raised concrete median divider, crossed over the eastbound lanes and collided head-on with a tree.
Police said he may have suffered a "medical event" before the accident, but the report did not elaborate, and it said officials would need to perform an autopsy to know for sure.
The report said a woman in the vehicle, identified as Barbara Poffo, suffered minor injuries. A statement from Stamford, Conn.-based World Wrestling Entertainment said the passenger was the wrestler's wife.
"Poffo will be greatly missed by WWE and his fans," the statement said.
Savage was a charismatic wrestler made famous for his "Macho Man" nickname and his "Oooh Yeah!" catchphrase. He was a champion in Vince McMahon's World Wrestling Federation, and later Ted Turner's now-defunct World Championship Wrestling.
Poffo was under contract with WWE from 1985 to 1993 and held both the WWE and Intercontinental Championships.
"Our sincerest condolences go out to his family and friends. We wish a speedy recovery to his wife Lynn," WWE said.
Savage defined the larger-than-life personalities of the 1980s World Wrestling Federation (now WWE). He wore sequined robes bejeweled with "Macho Man" on the back, rainbow colored cowboy hats and oversized sunglasses, part of a unique look that helped build the WWF into a mainstream phenomenon.
For most of his career, his valet, Miss Elizabeth, was by his side. Elizabeth Hulette was his real-life wife. They later divorced, and Hulette died in 2003 - one of the many performers in the sport to die young.
The WWF made Savage their champion after a win over Ted DiBiase in the main event at WrestleMania in 1988.
Savage had not appeared for a major wrestling organization since 2004 when he performed for Total Nonstop Action.
He was both at times the most popular and most hated wrestler in entertainment. His flying elbow off the top rope was mimicked by basement and backyard wrestlers everywhere. Savage made good use of his deep, raspy voice as a corporate pitchman as well, for years ordering Slim Jim fans to "Snap into it!"
He's most known his legendary rivalries with Hulk Hogan, Ricky Steamboat and Ric Flair. Wrestlers took to Twitter to let fans know Savage won't be forgotten.
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson hailed Savage as one of his childhood inspirations and heroes, while Mick "Cactus Jack" Foley called Savage "one of my favorite performers." Hogan said he and Savage had just started talking again after 10 years.
"He had so much life in his eyes & in his spirit, I just pray that he's happy and in a better place and we miss him," Hogan wrote.
Copyright © 2011 The Associated Press
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Neil
July 25, 2025
I was deeply saddened to hear of Macho Man passing. It is said that we are all on God´s time, and to be in His presence is to find eternal peace. I pray that Randy is now at rest, embraced by God´s eternal love. To your family, I offer my heartfelt condolences and prayers for comfort and strength during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy,
Aaron Gibson
May 28, 2025
Its been 13 years since you left us ... I just wanted to thank you for everything.... So many hard times and terrible things the Madness helped me get through... See you in the ring on the others side Macho Man Randy Savage.... The Greatest of All time !
Ned Halberstadt
April 23, 2025
I think about you, I care about you, I pray for you in my heart.
Leslie Redaway
October 16, 2024
Rest In Heaven
How you can show support
Paul Grasso
September 23, 2024
Paul Grasso
September 23, 2024
Paul Grasso
September 23, 2024
Macho man Randy Savage was one of my favorite all time performers to watch, he was interesting, intelligent, and..one of a kind, no doubt about it.
He did for wrestling what Arnold Schwarzenegger did for bodybuilding.
Truly a spirit that will be sorely missed by many.
He was too young to leave this place.
Love you, Randy!
Sincerely,
Paul Grasso
Winnie Boy Church
May 19, 2024
Randy taught me that I didn't have to be Macho or a Man to be Macho Man. And I think that's something I've taken with me in every aspect of my life. I can only hope that one day I too will be as Savage as Randy 'Macho Man' Savage.
Daniel Auer
December 9, 2023
If there is one wrestler I sure miss it’s this man, the Macho Man! Randy Savage! Oooooooohhhhh! Yeeeeeaaahhhh! My favorite wrestling match was Macho Man Randy Savage vs Ricky the dragon Steamboat at Wrestlemania 3. His Pomp and Circumstance theme goes on in my head, and one of his famous quotes, I’m to hot to handle, and I’m to cold to hold! I sure would have liked to met him in person, got his autograph. I will never forget him. He will always be my favorite wrestler! DIG IT!!! God Bless Macho Man!
jody brachman
April 18, 2022
Hi how are you I am good u I was writing to u to give my condolences to you and your family etc rip. I loved his wrestling etc. He seemed like a nice guy I will miss him so. Take care bye. No rush
Naomi Laskowski
December 7, 2021
Remember you from way back Love you and Miss Elizabeth wedding on TV you was a great wrestler and she was a great Lady, R.I.P to your wife and family so sorry for your loss.
Dennis Winship
May 10, 2021
Randy savage is one of my favorite wrestlers growing up with his colorful outfits.Dennis Winship Lynn Massachusetts
Derek r perry
April 18, 2021
Randy & Liz are the best the husband and wife in the wwf Liz was the best manger cute couple I am the biggest fan ever. Ohoo yhe you are the the best wrestler macho man randy savage. Rest in peace. Like you when you team up with hulk hogan be the mega power's
Jason Suhadolnik
November 6, 2019
Thank you, sir, for all the Macho Madness growing up in the 80's. I hope you've met my dad, Don, up there in God's eternal paradise. We miss you here in Seminole (Pinellas County), Florida and across the world. You are forever loved, "Ohhhhhhh Yeahhhhhhh, Dig It!"
Tommy Dewayne Isaacs
April 26, 2019
I miss u everyday Randy!! You are the greatest of all time!! Rest in Peace Macho
Veronica Gamberdella
April 2, 2019
RIP....MACHO MAN...
Shannon Rockwell
March 19, 2019
May you rest in peace Randy
Luis F
October 7, 2018
Randy Savage THE MACHO MEN long live your legacy you brought high flying to the ring rest in peace brother
BC
September 7, 2018
I still think of you everytime I hear The Rolling Stones song "Miss You". I can still hear you whistling out the course and making those silly hand gestures to The Strange lyrics... there will never be another to ever take your place...' cuz I miss you...'
Liz
August 24, 2018
In Memory of a great entertainer!
Faby Reyes
November 15, 2017
RIP Macho Man....
Jason Amato
September 4, 2017
One of the best ever. Thanks so much for many fun childhood memories. Your giving flying elbows in heaven now. God bless you.
Harry Simpson
May 21, 2017
Godspeed, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
Dan P
February 27, 2017
Dear Randy,
my life was/is a mess and Wrestlers like you help me to overcome my sadness. Whenever I switched on the TV and watched you- it was like everything is ok. I still watch videos of the old and glory time and feel the warmth and happiness you brought into my life.
You'll be unforgotten, champ!
Valenda Newell
July 2, 2016
One of the greatest entertainers in WWF, I had no idea wrestling could be so much fun. One weekend in the 80's I took my son and his friend to a match, I had more fun than the kids did. Who cares who won the challenge...when "MACHO MAN" came in it was lights, cameras and FUN! FUN! FUN!! YOU ARE TRULY MISSED
Ken Taylor
June 20, 2016
Rip Randy you were a great in the ring and a friend.
Todd Sholly
March 31, 2016
I will always remember you. The Madness will live forever. Love you man. Ooohhh Yeah!!!
February 26, 2016
Randy you are my all time favorite. What a show you would put on. Both in and out of the ring. You indeed had a way with words and knew how to control/inspire all of us. Thank You
Rodney adams
November 5, 2015
A true legend!your star Will shine forever!
October 2, 2015
Macho Man without you wrestling has not been the same, you were the "STAR"! Whenever I think about wrestling I bring you up on the internet and I see you pluck some heads that need plucking. I LOVE YOU!..... R.I.P.
-GLORIA (VIRGINIA)
COLIN CAMPBELL
August 14, 2015
always remember him. like a best friend to.
me a lot. i send out my condolence to his the.
poffo's family, im sorry. of your loss of randy poffo, he was a good wrestler, and a husband to hisloveable wife, also grandchlidren too.
Mike Runyon
July 25, 2015
Wrestling will never be the same. No one can fill your shoes. R.I.P.
JEROME BOKINA
July 1, 2015
THE ONLY MACHO MAN
JEROME BOKINA
Fred Finkel
June 7, 2015
Thank you Macho Man Randy Savage. Greatest of all Time!
Lynn Purvis
May 23, 2015
Another year has come and gone! Rest in peace,Macho Man.
will flaget
April 28, 2015
R.I.P.
Robert Frazier
April 18, 2015
Macho man was truly the greatest of all times. He will be missed and gone but not forgotten. My prayers go out to his family.
we still feel the pain R.i.P
stephen&sandy whitaker
March 31, 2015
stephen&sandy whitaker
March 31, 2015
We love u u are missed dearly
wwe champ of the world macho man yea!!!!!!
Stephen whitaker
March 31, 2015
We love u and miss u so much randy. Mr and Mrs Stephen a whitaker
Kimberly Griffin
February 14, 2015
He will be missed loved the macho man he was a legend and a character he knew how to make an entrance and he was a great wrestler miss you macho man randy savage
Kimberly VanOvereem
January 13, 2015
you are so very truly missed
Lynn Purvis
November 16, 2014
Happy Birthday Macho Man!
Sallie
November 15, 2014
Happy birthday in Heaven!
M. Ann Carroll
November 7, 2014
Macho Man Randy Savage, you are truly missed, and will never be forgotten.
Lisa Weiner
November 1, 2014
To Randy Macho Man Savage,
You were a very talented wrestler for the WWE. My prayers go to your family and friends. Lisa Weiner
REA
October 29, 2014
What an entertainer yes the best in wrestling that I have ever seen. He inspired me to be intense in my endeavors in life. I now pray to God that I keep my intense love for he and his son in my heart the way Randy kept the audience hinged on his every move. I miss him greatly.
September 22, 2014
Macho man and Hulk Hogan my two favorite men in "LIFE"! As a little girl I love watching you both wrestling in the ring. Now as a woman age 64 years old..... macho man you are still my HERO!!!!! Take your rest now you have won the BATTLE. Sent with a "KISS"
Fred Jr
August 22, 2014
The greatest wrestler of all time,without a doubt: Macho Man Randy Savage. Thank you for all you have done for the wrestling fans. You are truly missed. Ohhhhh Yeeaaaah!!!!
Charlie rosser
August 16, 2014
You was a good wrestling macho man
Kevin kula
June 7, 2014
Rest in peace macho man ohhh yeah
Lonnie White
May 25, 2014
I was shocked to hear about this. I grew up watching you wrestle and even got to see you after a match in Pensacola FL. I forgot a pen for an autograph. Even tho you didn't have a pen either. You still made a kid feel good. You gave the "Ohhhh Yeah" yell and a simple thumbs up. Rest in peace man. Loved for the ages.
May 21, 2014
Its been 3 years and the wrestling business to me has never been the same to me... You were the greatest and always will be... I am your biggest fan. Thank you for all you have done.
Rev. Lynn F. Purvis
May 20, 2014
Macho Man. You are the Greatest wrestler of all!
Raymond Weaver
April 28, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Screwdriver
April 25, 2014
R.I.P Macho Man
Idream Wiggins
April 18, 2014
I will always luv u and remember your beautiful costumes. Will never forget u
sean cox
April 9, 2014
Just watched you and Warrior.. now he has come up to heaven please show him the ropes. Love ya Macho man and always will miss you.
Nolan Holloway
April 5, 2014
One of the best wrestler in the world hope there is a ring in heaven to wrestle in
gary porter
April 4, 2014
always missed
pam freshour
February 24, 2014
You are missed.
stevie fielder
February 13, 2014
I truly was inspired an entertained by u an miss Elizabeth
February 12, 2014
YOU WERE ONE OF A KIND AND ONE OF THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME . OH YEAH
will hix
January 31, 2014
R.I.P ohh yeahh
Karl Droessler
January 30, 2014
Randy "Macho Man" Savage was a wrestling legend! I send out my condolences to his family.
loretta bliss
January 25, 2014
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Amanda Dear
January 8, 2014
You are miss everyday, thanks for all the memories you gave all of us growing up. Macho Man Forever
delmond snipes
January 5, 2014
Hi my prayers gos out to the family.
God bless you you did a good job in
The ring.
R.I.p. oooh yeah.
Lois Cole
January 1, 2014
The greatest wrestler to not be inducted into the WWE HOF. He is so missed still. I love watching the classics and seeing your matches. We all loved you!
ruth trinder
October 15, 2013
randy savage one big fans from the uk.yes you are sadly miss over here.i hope your kicking bum up in heaven.rest in peace
Vicky Canterbury
August 10, 2013
The term legend is often thrown around..but Randy definitely was a legend, as a fan, I was lucky to watch you entertain the masses..you are missed..gone before your time but you live on in memories..
lisa munn
August 9, 2013
hi there i felt bad for macho man randy savage took heart attack is to bad he passed
John DV
August 9, 2013
Your soul will always shine like this candle. May the MADNESS NEVER end...
OOOOOOH YEAAAAAH!!... DIG IT....:) RIP SIR, you made many people happy.... I love the MADNESS.....
John Peters
August 3, 2013
Ooooo yeaaaaaaaaaa we miss you rip.
wayne murrell
July 30, 2013
He was the best..
Dan Losinski
July 26, 2013
the macho man voice was awesome,he was the BEST
diane
July 6, 2013
my heart and prayers are with the family and friends of randy. i watched you wrestle for years. you are One of the best superstars. I met you years ago at tyrone mall here in st. petersburg florida. Rest in peace. You Will be sadly missed.
June 20, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
C Ray
June 6, 2013
You saved my life, one of my heros. I met you in Louisville, KY at a Louisville Redbirds baseball game around 1995. I still have the photo you autographed. God bless your heart!!!
Sara Mains
June 6, 2013
One of my all time favorites. you are missed so much. Rip
Nick Watt
June 6, 2013
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEAH! Miss ya Macho Man!
bryan hodges
June 6, 2013
R.I.P brother grew up a fan of yours all my life. Miss u dearly
May 25, 2013
Watchin u now on tv.sure do miss u randy.may u rip.....the best!
clint ashworth
May 20, 2013
I can't believe your gone. Since been two years today. I truly miss you everyday, you did & still do inspire so many people around the world. It was an honor to know you on a personal level, as well as a professional one. I love you my friend...... until we meet again
Gerald Heu
May 11, 2013
This light us for you Randy. May it light your way
XOXO!
Kelly Goodling
May 7, 2013
Tammy Adams
May 7, 2013
Almost one year ago since Randy "Macho" Man passing RIP. Thank you for entertaining us fan always.
Lance Monroe
May 5, 2013
The mark you left on the hearts and minds of your millions of fans your many accomplishments your love for your fans I feel for those closest to you Your wife step daughters and brother Lanny. and must commend them for their ability to move on without you there for them God bless all of you
Ryan Powell
April 15, 2013
The best ever. Bar none! God bless you Randy. I'll defend you forever. Changed my life. Macho Madness forever.
Lisa Weiner
April 1, 2013
to Randy Savage,
I enjoyed watching you in action in the WWE. you were a great athelete. You did a great job doing the Slim Jim commerical on t.v. My prayers go to you and your wife. Lisa Weiner
Shant
March 18, 2013
My favorite wrestler of all time, and one of my childhood heroes. I will forever remember the Macho Man. RIP
michael frazier
March 6, 2013
I will never for get the first time I saw you wrestle, rest in peace ohhhhhhhhhhhhh yeaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
February 17, 2013
Rest in peace
mary
February 17, 2013
Randy savage was great wrester and I will miss him
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