Wrestling World Reacts To WWE Releasing Gerald Brisco

By Bodyslam Staff Last updated Sep 10, 2020

WWE Hall Of Famer Gerald Brisco took to Twitter today to reveal that, shockingly, WWE had parted ways with the wrestling icon after 36 years together. Brisco had worked a number of roles for WWE after his in ring career ended and was one of Vince McMahon’s most trusted confidants.

Ok, want to get this out the right way. Last night I received a call from @wwe Chairman Of The board @VinceMcMahon to let me know after 36 years of dedication to @wwe i an no longer needed. I’m ok withthis. I will still be around to help talent. More info will follow. Thanks
— Gerald BRISCO 🤼‍♂️ (@Fgbrisco) September 10, 2020

Fans around the world were understandably shocked and upset to hear of Brisco’s departure, with him being a part of the WWE furniture at this stage. For every bit as devastated as wrestling fans were though, Brisco’s co workers and wrestling family were even more upset as they took to Twitter to thank him for his service and friendship over the past three decades.

There aren’t enough words to thank you for all your unselfish help, guidance,knowledge and most of all friendship you’ve given to me. When I was at my lowest point of my life 21 years ago you were constantly there for me. Thank you my friend.x
— William Regal (@RealKingRegal) September 10, 2020

GOD BLESS YOU GERALD BUBBA. YOU ARE THE REAL
— The Iron Sheik (@the_ironsheik) September 10, 2020

Thank you for everything you do and did for me and all the other amateur wrestlers who wanted a chance to go pro! See you soon, brother!
— Nic Nemeth (@HEELZiggler) September 10, 2020

Helluva tour of duty. Thank you for your wisdom and laughs along the way. You are an asset to any organization, my friend.
— Court Bauer (@courtbauer) September 10, 2020

❤️❤️❤️
— Renee Paquette (@ReneePaquette) September 10, 2020

Thanks for always being an absolute gentleman the few times we met

You embody the best of what wrestling is supposed to be and the business is better off with you involved
— Lenny Leonard (@WWNLennyLeonard) September 10, 2020

Couldn’t have said it better myself Lenny!
— Matt Sydal (@findevan) September 10, 2020

Thirded!
— Ian Riccaboni (@IanRiccaboni) September 10, 2020

Thx Gerald for all the GREAT times, I hope there are a few more remaining!!
Most importantly, thx for all UR help over the years and what you and Jack did for the FREEBIRDS!!
— Michael PS Hayes (@MichaelPSHayes1) September 10, 2020

See you down the road good sir. Drinks are on me! pic.twitter.com/BzEPbs2qKT
— Danny Cage (@TheDannyCage) September 10, 2020

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