WWE ring announcer Howard Finkel dies age 69 after 40 years with the sport

WWE announcer Howard Finkel who was a fixture with the sport for 40 years has passed away aged 69. 

The star had been in poor health after a stroke in 2019, though no official cause of death has been given by the wrestling company, which confirmed the news on Thursday.

Better known as ‘The Fink,’ Finkel was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2009.

In their statement announcing his death, WWE added: ‘In addition to his legendary tenure as a ring announcer, The Fink was an indispensable resource inside the WWE offices for his vast knowledge of sports-entertainment history.

‘Well respected by current Superstars, WWE Legends and Hall of Famers, Finkel’s encyclopaedic memory and kindness made him beloved among his colleagues.’

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