Vince McMahon, Hulk Hogan, Ted DiBiase, Jimmy Hart and More React To “Mean” Gene Okerlund’s Death

It was impossible not to crack a smile whenever “Mean” Gene Okerlund entered a room. He was the voice behind so many of WWE’s most iconic and entertaining moments, and the WWE family will miss him immensely. pic.twitter.com/zbrkQAvtug

— Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) January 3, 2019

The best partner I ever had. We never rehearsed or did anything scripted from a writer. Gene would ask me “hey big man what do u want to do?” I would always answer “just follow you brother” and it worked from 1980 – 2017. RIP my brother HH pic.twitter.com/OBtn6NxT1E

— Hulk Hogan (@HulkHogan) January 3, 2019

WWE universe has lost one of its greatest announcers and truly one of the nicest guys you’d ever know. “Mean” Gene Okerlund, RIP my friend pic.twitter.com/u3bS6pePmY

— Ted DiBiase (@MDMTedDiBiase) January 2, 2019

Loved Mean Gene @TheGeneOkerlund – when we tripped up and fell on our promos, he was there to pick us up – smart, kind – willl be incredibly missed

— Real Jimmy Hart (@RealJimmyHart) January 2, 2019

Gene Okerlund was always a consummate pro. His iconic voice, personality, and talent helped so many superstars climb to the top.
I am deeply saddened by his passing. RIP Mean Gene.

— Shane McMahon (@shanemcmahon) January 2, 2019

#RIPMeanGene The voice of my Childhood. https://t.co/u9omZFknMt

— Tony Nese (@TonyNese) January 2, 2019

One of the CLASSIEST Men I’ve Ever had the opportunity to meet and know. Always told me how proud he was to have me in the wrestling business and appreciated what I stand for. Yes I like many others Was a Huge Fan Of His “Work” But I was more Honored to see His WORTH to Everyone https://t.co/biOKHr2OPt

— Titus O'Neil (@TitusONeilWWE) January 2, 2019

Extremely sad news to hear of the unfortunate passing of Mean Gene Okerlund. One of the most iconic interviewers and personalities of my childhood, and one of the very best in the business.

Rest In Peace Gene.

— Ligero (@Ligero1) January 2, 2019

If you met @TheGeneOkerlund
You knew how special he was
The voice of generations
Thank you Mean Gene
Call the hotline and
Celebrate his life pic.twitter.com/xDT6M2y1dA

— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) January 2, 2019