On December 30, Mike Tenay shared the news that legendary TNA commentator Don West passed away.
West was loved and respected in the wrestling world and beyond, and a number of people shared their thoughts on his passing.
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Don West. He was a fun loving guy & very passionate guy. Condolences to his family, friends & fans. ? pic.twitter.com/dzm1nPeLTn
— taz (@OfficialTAZ) December 30, 2022
Rest In Peace Don West. You were an incredible person to work with, and I thank you for the excitement you brought to calling our matches. You will be missed.
— Christopher Daniels (@facdaniels) December 30, 2022
Don West was a force of nature. He threw his whole being into everything he did. We've been able to talk on the phone with D-Dub a few times in recent months, and even as he was battling devastating illness, that personality shone through. God speed DW. RIP. pic.twitter.com/LE3WAtLyPr
— Nick Aldis (@RealNickAldis) December 30, 2022
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. pic.twitter.com/MZsrxCD3yr
— NWA (@nwa) December 30, 2022
Every single broadcaster HOPES to convey even a tiny bit of the enthusiasm and audience connection that Don West had. And reading tributes from friends proves that connection went far beyond the screen. A legend! https://t.co/NrrpOeR3Op
— Veda Scott (@itsvedatime) December 30, 2022
RIP Don West.
An absolute legend and a voice that we all remember from some of the most iconic moments in the history of our business. https://t.co/iGSjfcjwiA— Joe Hendry (@joehendry) December 30, 2022
One of the greatest of all time, and one of the reasons I loved TNA growing up.
RIP DON WEST. pic.twitter.com/ogacGKt9Br
— Death Machine (@TheSamiCallihan) December 30, 2022
RIP Don West. Truly devastating news. A great friend and someone who had one of the most infectious personalities I’ve ever known. A true joy to be around all of the time. I cherish the laughs, conversations and fun times we had together. Godspeed my friend. ?
— ? Frankie Kazarian ? (@FrankieKazarian) December 30, 2022
https://twitter.com/Walking_Weapon/status/1608899559920664576?s=20&t=D4cXU4S2a33e2_7Z6Yjarw
Rest In Peace Don West. Such a sweet man. My thoughts go out to his loved ones.
— Brian Heffron aka The Blue Meanie (@BlueMeanieBWO) December 30, 2022
Saddened to learn about the passing of Don West. Had great experiences every time I interacted with him. Don was one of the good guys, who was overflowing with passion & enthusiasm. My condolences go out to his family.
Love this clip of Don expressing his passion for the biz. pic.twitter.com/m8XGZbGDnS
— MATT HARDY (@MATTHARDYBRAND) December 30, 2022
Broken-hearted to hear about the passing of Don West…. Heaven gained the greatest salesman. Prayers to his family. #RIP #oneofakind ??? pic.twitter.com/0G5hhqgtJr
— Dixie Carter (@TNADixie) December 30, 2022
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