There's some sad news from the wrestling world; World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) star Nelson Frazier, Jr., has died at the age of 43.
The Huffington Post reported that Frazier, better known for his stage names, Mabel, Viscera and Big Daddy V, died of a heart attack and passed on Tuesday. The news of Frazier's death was first reported by his agent, Eric Simms, on a Facebook post.
"I hate to be the bearer of bad news but I just got off the phone with Big Daddy V's wife," Simms wrote on Facebook Tuesday. "He had a massive heart attack and passed away today. He was 43 years old. my thoughts and prayers are with his family right now."
WWE.com's staff also confirmed Frazier's passing, stating:
"WWE is saddened by the news that Nelson Frazier Jr., aka Big Daddy V and Mabel, has passed away. A larger-than-life Superstar, Frazier was a former World Tag Team Champion, Hardcore Champion and the 1995 King of the Ring.
As the dark, formidable Viscera, he was also a member of Undertaker's faction, The Ministry of Darkness. Frazier's colorful personality made him a memorable competitor throughout the Attitude Era.
Our deepest condolences go out to Frazier's family, friends and fans."
Frazier, who joined the WWE in 1993, wrestled in the WWE for numerous years and during many different eras with several different stage names. He was a part of a tag team called The Harlem Knights before their name was changed to Men on a Mission.
The 6-foot-9 wrestler, who weighed in at almost 500 pounds, last wrestled for WWE back in March of 2008 when he lost to CM Punk. In 2012, he revealed to the Sports Courier that he continued to wrestle in Mexico and the Middle East.
