R.I.P. Roddy Piper

On July 31st, "Rowdy" Roddy Piper died of cardiac arrest in his sleep at his home in Hollywood. Despite mostly being known for his wrestling career, Piper also delved into the acting world many times, most notably as the lead in John Carpenter's cult horror-comedy/social satire They Live, and as the recurring wrestler character "Da Maniac" in FX's It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Piper was one of the most prolific entertainers and sports figures of the past fifty years, and has since been honored by many friends, colleagues, and admirers, such as Ronda Rousey, Rob McElhenney, and Vince McMahon. Piper himself correctly predicted in an interview on HBO in 2003 that he would not make it to 65, hence why he returned to wrestling at the time, as he could not collect his penchant until that age. He is survived by his wife, four children and four grandchildren.


                                                                Roddy Piper
                                                          1954-2015 (age: 61)