A famous American television personality, Don West, who’s widely known as the Renowned Pro wrestling commentator, left us for his heavenly abode, know his cause of death
The Professional wrestling broadcaster who was quite popular with Impact wrestling and Total Nonstop Action (TNA) passed away at the age of 59.
Don West TNA And IMPACT Wrestling Commentator, Cause Of Death, Obituary, Age And Wife
IMPACT Wrestling is heartbroken to learn of the passing of Don West, one of the defining voices of our 20 year history. Don's enthusiasm and passion elevated every second he called and uplifted the spirits of everybody he crossed paths with. He will be dearly missed. #RIPDonWest pic.twitter.com/gy2s4vQDUj
— IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING) December 30, 2022
Cause of Death
The tragic news of West’s demise was confirmed by fellow pro wrestling commentator, Mike Tenay, who announced the tragic news on Friday, December 30 after hearing it from Don’s wife, Terri.
Mike took to Twitter and penned down a heartfelt message as he stated “Just heard from wife Terri that our brother @DonWestDeals will be spending New Years in heaven. Terri said D-Dub finally had to tap out from his match with lymphoma.”
Mike recalled time with fellow broadcasters as he stated that “We bonded as soon as we met, both as broadcast partners and friends. Years of great moments both on and off camera.”
For those who are unversed, let us tell you, the American pitchman was battling from brain lymphoma which is a type of cancer. Don was battling with cancer for a long time and succumbed to his illness at the end of December 2022.
West was diagnosed with brain lymphoma in the summer of 2021. In September, last year, Don announced that the cancer was in remission after going through 8 weeks of chemotherapy and 13 rounds of radiation treatment.
However three months later, he had a relapse as he confirmed that he was fighting with the disease for a second time.
Don West’s Career
For those who aren’t sure, let us tell you, the television personality appeared as a host and pitchman at the Shop at Home Network. At the time, he was able to sell products worth over $1 billion.
Soon afterwards, he became so popular that his act was parodied on Saturday Night Live several times. In 2002, the star went on to join hands with TNA as a color commentator.
West worked with Sports Entertainment company till 2012 and then went on to join IMPACT Wrestling in 2017. He later went ahead and started working with the merchandise department.
After learning the unfortunate news about West’s demise, fans and friends of Don flooded the social media platform with condolences and tributary messages.
A Nation Wrestling Alliance, Billy Corgan took to Twitter and penned down, “The NWA is saddened to hear of the passing of legendary wrestling broadcaster Don West. Our thoughts and prayers are with him, his family and the wrestling community.”
The 1st time I met Don West
I was in a room w/ @OfficialTAZ & @RealMikeTenay
Don burst in cutting profanity laced promo stops
Says HEY nice to meet you
There's a bunch of idiots here but you will have FN FUN & walked out
Mike goes WELCOME
Room erupts w/laughs
He was awesome pic.twitter.com/D8vs1H9Bh5— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) December 30, 2022
Followed by him, another IMPACT wrestler, Frankie Kazarian, expressed his grief as he wrote, “RIP Don West. Truly devastating news. A great friend and someone who had one of the most infectious personalities I’ve ever known.”
IMPACT Wrestling is heartbroken to learn of the passing of Don West, one of the defining voices of our 20 year history. Don's enthusiasm and passion elevated every second he called and uplifted the spirits of everybody he crossed paths with. He will be dearly missed. #RIPDonWest pic.twitter.com/gy2s4vQDUj
— IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING) December 30, 2022
Our deepest condolences to the family, friends and fans of Don West. May his departed soul rest in peace!
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