Umaga Hospitalized, Seriously Ill
Posted by Ashish on 12.04.2009
Tragic turn for former WWE star...
Former WWE star Eddie "Umaga" Fatu has been hospitalized in an ICU unit in Houston, TX. Reports are going around that he is now brain dead, but that has not been confirmed by his family. WWE called it a "grave situation." His condition is thought to be life-threatening and his family was told to get into town and to the hospital right away.
Details are a bit sketchy at this point, but he was apparently found by his wife this morning, not breathing with blood coming out of his nose.
Posted By: SpankyHamm (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:32 PM
Oh no.....
But seriously, this is tragic. Im hoping for the best.
Posted By: Tasi (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:32 PM
Some sites are reporting him as dead already... I hope they're wrong and he pulls through but this doesn't sound good..
Posted By: GoatHCW (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:32 PM
Fuck, not another one....
Posted By: APrince66 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:33 PM
Some dirtsheets have already began reporting the worst. I hope he makes it through this.
Posted By: Jeremy from Palmdale (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:34 PM
This is what happens when you take drugs day in and day out with no regard for you or your family's welfare. I've got no sympathy for that fat, somoan piece of shit.
Posted By: Guest#0024 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:34 PM
HOLY SHIT!
What happened??
Posted By: JTX (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:35 PM
Yikes! Just saw him wrestle at a HULKAMANIA tour show here in Perth Australia. Hope he recovers and can wrestle again. My prayers and best wishes are with you, big guy!
Posted By: Rasslin Fan (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:37 PM
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of the former Umaga. He was one of the most talented big men to work in the business and if he is as far gone as they say then he will be sorely missed.
Posted By: Mgardner (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:37 PM
Thoughts and prayers with Eddie and his family..
Posted By: Guest#2732 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:38 PM
Some reports already say he has passed away. That would suck. Get better!
Posted By: WATRYY (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:38 PM
what the hell? does anyone know anything else? this is crazy!
Posted By: Guest#5585 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:39 PM
Holy shit, that is terrible to hear.
Thoughts and prayers with him and his family.
Posted By: The REAL MP (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:39 PM
Not another tragedy. Its becoming too much.
Posted By: Guest#8960 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:39 PM
Damn another wrestler on the ropes? Let's hope he makes it through.
Posted By: MadLiberator (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:39 PM
Jesus Christ!
Posted By: Spaz Monkey (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:40 PM
I hope the best for him.
Posted By: Umaga Fan (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:40 PM
wat.
Posted By: Guest#2204 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:41 PM
omg hope this is not true.
Posted By: sitheman (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:43 PM
Aaah i remember his AJPW days. RIP Jamal
Posted By: Samuel Berman (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:43 PM
I really hope that he gets better. Enough said.
Posted By: Guest#2263 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:45 PM
Wow.That Blows.Prayers go out to the big fella.
Posted By: Bob (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:45 PM
Its sad; if its drug related< I wouldnt be surprised since this is what
several of the WWE stars have fallen victim to. It doesnt look good for Umaga, but my family wishes him the best.
Posted By: Mph (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:46 PM
Wasn't expecting this, my prayers go out to him
Posted By: Bill (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:47 PM
Wow, how awful. Morally, I can not support a company that produces an enviroment that is killing so many people. Think about it next time you're watching an episode of Raw, you are supporting a company that sits by and lets its employees die, and does nothing to stop it, because trying to implement some measures to make it a more safe place to work might hurt their bottom line.
Posted By: JonD (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:47 PM
Damn I am sick of reading about this type of shit. I hope its not as grave as it sounds.
Posted By: Guest#5874 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:48 PM
Holy fuck...I LIVE in Houston.
Sounds like he od'd on white.
Posted By: MissyNEVERWearssocksWithShoes (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:49 PM
...damn...that's random, and not good.
Posted By: Louwax (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:49 PM
Oh geezus. I'm assuming the worst, but I really hope he pulls through. I was always kind of a fan of Umaga. He had that great "OH SHIT!" reaction from the fans whenever he hit the ring.
Posted By: ThatNickGuy78 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:50 PM
Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
Posted By: Vince McWoman (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:52 PM
Man. Hope you get better Umanga
Posted By: Guest#9141 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:57 PM
These details cannot be good at all. We're about to lose another one, guys:(
My heart is with the Anoia family.
Posted By: Devin (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:57 PM
YOU-MANGA!!!
Posted By: Guest#2705 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:58 PM
damn
Posted By: Guest#0958 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:59 PM
No way! Hope he gets out of this in one piece!
Posted By: Guest#2117 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:00 PM
RIP
Posted By: M (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:04 PM
Damn!!!!
Posted By: Guest#9483 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:07 PM
Really hope he pulls through. Thoughts are with the family of course.
Posted By: Guest#1693 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:07 PM
this is harsh. might not have always liked him, but he was good at his job, and a very good wrestler with a great character. Prayers go out to the family.
Posted By: wow... (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:08 PM
Damn, get well soon Eddie
Posted By: Ojj (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:10 PM
wow, my prayers are with him and his family
Posted By: jeff (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:10 PM
Jesus Christ, my thoughts are with his family.
Posted By: The Tortoise King (Registered) on December 04, 2009 at 04:11 PM
Damn, RIP Umaga. He was a fantastic big man that never really got a chance to shine. Shame he made such poor decisions in life.
Posted By: AG Awesome (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:11 PM
No way man, his family lives about 10 minutes from mine, his sons actually go to my school and gym, my thoughts go out to them
Posted By: Syed (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:13 PM
I find that very heartbreaking. I was hoping for an UMAGA return to WWE. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Fatu family.
Posted By: WhyUmaga? (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:13 PM
I knew the Hogan tour would be the death of someone. I hope Eddie somehow pulls through.
Posted By: Grim Reaper (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:13 PM
This is truly sad. Prayers are with him and his family
Posted By: #1 Wrestling Fan (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:15 PM
R.I.P Jamal.
Posted By: Ka (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:16 PM
Shit, that don't sound good.
Posted By: G-Walla (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:16 PM
Awwww shit, not another one :(
RIP UMANGA.
Posted By: rafiki (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:17 PM
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Posted By: guest (mike) (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:17 PM
Sigh
Posted By: Guest#0468 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:19 PM
This is terrible news. My thoughts are with his family.
Posted By: Todd Vote (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:20 PM
at least the media and wrestling "reporters' can't blame wwe for this tragedy. wwe fired him for violating the drug policy and his refusal to go to wwe paid for drug rehab.
Posted By: Guest#8589 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:20 PM
maybe he just farted really hard
Posted By: Guest#0412 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:21 PM
Holy Shit. Hope he's okay, and certainly hope this is not a drug-induced situation.
Posted By: Essa Rios (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:22 PM
Pull through big man please pull through :(
Posted By: jords (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:23 PM
Damn...
Posted By: Guest#8268 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:23 PM
bad fuckin times......
Posted By: perry (the blacko rican) (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:23 PM
God help him and his family.
Posted By: Guest#2281 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:26 PM
Damn. whats with all the pro wrestling deaths?
Posted By: guest (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:28 PM
Damn - way to young a man
Posted By: that guy (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:29 PM
More reports including his own wikipedia (take it for what you will) confirm his death.
Posted By: Guest#9796 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:30 PM
Prayers aren't going to help the situation
Posted By: DB (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:31 PM
Hopefully its not cocaine if so....
"Cocaines a hell of a drug"
Posted By: theBZA (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:31 PM
The thing to note here is that he refused WWE's offer for treatment. You can't begin to recieve help unless you first are willing to accept it. This is especially true of drug abusers.
I wish this had gone another way, but WWE did all they could for the guy.
Posted By: BJC (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:34 PM
Another blow for wrestling. Get well Umaga.
Posted By: Propagandhi (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:34 PM
For people blaming the WWE, remember that they let him go because he tested positive under the wellness policy and refused to get treatment. WWE did what they could and have helped former stars get treatment and paid for said treatment. In the end, the person who has an addiction has to want to get clean.
Posted By: Ray from Miami (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:36 PM
Damn, this friggin blows. Umaga, for reasons I can't explain has been one of my favorite performers of the last five years. I hope he makes a recovery to live a normal life, but I fear the worst. Just so sad
Posted By: Kabash (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:37 PM
Wow, how awful. Morally, I can not support a company that produces an enviroment that is killing so many people. Think about it next time you're watching an episode of Raw, you are supporting a company that sits by and lets its employees die, and does nothing to stop it, because trying to implement some measures to make it a more safe place to work might hurt their bottom line.
Posted By: JonD (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:47 PM
So you must be forgetting that Umaga failed a drug test in June and was released only because he refused to go to rehab, which the WWE pays for in full. But I guess a troll is a troll is a troll.
In any case, my prayers are with him. God help Eddie, and his family who must be going through pure hell right now.
Posted By: DannyJay (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:38 PM
JohnD YOU ARE AN IDIOT! WWE tried to make him go to rehab or loose his job and he QUIT. Youre the stupidest person to comment here besides ... actually you win shit head, youre the worst
Posted By: AG Awesome (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:38 PM
Umaga we're praying for the best
Posted By: collinrockett (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:38 PM
My thoughts and prayers go out to Eddie and his family. Very unfortunate.
Posted By: Joe-Jack (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:39 PM
Wow, how awful. Morally, I can not support a company that produces an enviroment that is killing so many people. Think about it next time you're watching an episode of Raw, you are supporting a company that sits by and lets its employees die, and does nothing to stop it, because trying to implement some measures to make it a more safe place to work might hurt their bottom line.
Posted By: JonD (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:47 PM
That's a crock of horseshit and you know it. Umaga was offered to go to rehab. He refused. So WWE fired him. He left so he could do his drugs. And it has cost him.
Posted By: Kevin Edwards (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:39 PM
I fear for the worst but hope for the best. I'm 30 and my dad hates that I still watch wrestling... But even he marks out for Umaga!
Posted By: Doakes (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:40 PM
if worse turns to worse then rip eddie fatu aka umaga a man who made the people go ooo and omg his matches with jeff hardy john cena and cm punk will live on sad he never reach full potential in the wwe. he become a 2 time intercontinental champion eddie fatu may your spirt be in heaven with the other greats that have left us far to soon owen hart yokozuna britsh bulldog eddie guerrero chris benoit and ect ect rip umaga u will be missed my millions of loyal fans
Posted By: jeff copeland (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:42 PM
They just took him off life support.
Prayers to the family.
Posted By: guest (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:43 PM
I try and feel not sad about wrestlers but I can't help it. It's just become the norm to hear every 9-12 months of another famous wrestler dying. RIP Umaga my thoughts go out to his family.
Wasn't his release about him refusing to go to rehab. WWE saw this coming.
Posted By: Andrew Barbarash (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:44 PM
hey jond, wwe has a drug policy and they offer free rehab to all current and former wwe talent.
umaga was fired in june for failing a drug test and his refusal to attend drug rehab.
what more can mcmAHON do? was he supposed to take umaga by the hand and force him into rehab against his will?
Posted By: Guest#9843 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:45 PM
It is being reported that he has already been taken of life support. This in and of itself is unfortonate to hear. Whether you like him or not he was still a father and a husband. RIP and thoughts and prayers to the Fatu and A'noia families.
Posted By: Again?? (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:46 PM
Bobby Lashley reports that Umaga has INDEED passed away. RIP.
Posted By: Guest#8360 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:46 PM
God loves marines and Vince McMahon because they keep heaven packed with fresh souls.
Posted By: gunnery sgt. Hartman (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:48 PM
Wow, how awful. Morally, I can not support a company that produces an enviroment that is killing so many people. Think about it next time you're watching an episode of Raw, you are supporting a company that sits by and lets its employees die, and does nothing to stop it, because trying to implement some measures to make it a more safe place to work might hurt their bottom line.
Posted By: JonD (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:47 PM
Didn't WWE release him because he wouldn't go to their mandatory rehab?
Posted By: Kip (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:49 PM
Wow, how awful. Morally, I can not support a company that produces an enviroment that is killing so many people. Think about it next time you're watching an episode of Raw, you are supporting a company that sits by and lets its employees die, and does nothing to stop it, because trying to implement some measures to make it a more safe place to work might hurt their bottom line.
Posted By: JonD (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:47 PM
Fuck you JonD! That is why the "E" let him go in the first place. How can they help someone who doesn't want to help themselves. He violated the drug policy one too many times, so they had no choice. And in case you are as retarded as you are, yes the "E" does have a policy in place. Sure I feel bad for the big guy, but by you saying anyone who watches a show like WWE is supporting a company who lets their employees die is naive and ignorant on your part. At least they have a policy in place. What can you say about TNA? Fucking douche bag!
Posted By: RTruth (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:50 PM
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
Posted By: Umaga Fan (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:56 PM
Talented wrestler. Always hoped to see him back in the WWE, just because as a selfish fan, I wanted to see him have a lot of success. Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst.
Posted By: AGM (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:56 PM
"Wow, how awful. Morally, I can not support a company that produces an enviroment that is killing so many people. Think about it next time you're watching an episode of Raw, you are supporting a company that sits by and lets its employees die, and does nothing to stop it, because trying to implement some measures to make it a more safe place to work might hurt their bottom line."
Hey JonD, shut the fuck up.
I guess you dont drink or smoke or drive a car. Because how could you buy a car when so many people die from car accidents. How could you support a company that puts out a product that kills so many people. Not to mention you would have to buy gas for your car and there is a war going on RIGHT NOW over oil. How could you purchase gas when so many young soldiers die every day.
Oh and then there is the fact that he is not an employee of the WWE. What with him being fired for his drug use/abuse.
Posted By: Town Drunk (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:57 PM
The UK Sun is saying it was a heart attack.
Get well soon, Umaga.
Posted By: Deathpool (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 04:58 PM
Talk about Random, This is unbelievable. I really hope this is'nt drug related. I mean how could a man wrestle on a tour in Australia and then come back to the states and be found brain dead. This is seriously tragic and from the looks of it things arent getting better.. Prayers for UMAGA and his family... What a lousey holiday
Posted By: Guest#9193 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:03 PM
sorry to start saying shit but this is directed to JonD......he's not even employed by WWE.
why do you lump that up with them?/
thats bullshit
Posted By: anonymous (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:03 PM
I hope the reports are exaggerated and he pulls through. He's far too young and talented to leave us now. Get well Eddie.
Posted By: Jason Douglas (Registered) on December 04, 2009 at 05:04 PM
Too bad to hear.
However, don't blame everything on WWE. They tried to get Umaga help. He refused and they let hin go.
Posted By: cpbasil (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:05 PM
Wow, how awful. Morally, I can not support a company that produces an enviroment that is killing so many people. Think about it next time you're watching an episode of Raw, you are supporting a company that sits by and lets its employees die, and does nothing to stop it, because trying to implement some measures to make it a more safe place to work might hurt their bottom line.
Posted By: JonD (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:47 PM
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Umaga failed WWE's wellness policy twice and the second time, he refused to enter rehab and was fired. Sounds like they're doing plenty to stop it. They can't force someone to stop taking drugs, but this proves that they won't stand for it. Maybe do a little research next time because I found this info in 30 seconds from google.
Posted By: rich (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:14 PM
Be strong Umaga. Fight it. Please don't leave us
Posted By: Dwayne (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:14 PM
To those wishing him to get better, he won't. He's brain dead, which means he's dead. He's still on support so his family can say their goodbyes.
RIP
Posted By: Marcus (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:16 PM
Wow, how awful. Morally, I can not support a company that produces an enviroment that is killing so many people. Think about it next time you're watching an episode of Raw, you are supporting a company that sits by and lets its employees die, and does nothing to stop it, because trying to implement some measures to make it a more safe place to work might hurt their bottom line.
Posted By: JonD (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:47 PM
WWE fired him for not going to rehab. Moron.
Posted By: This guy's an idiot (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:16 PM
This is so sad,
Pull through with a miracle big man. Doesnt sound good. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Posted By: Guest#9822 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:17 PM
If C.m. Punk uses this in some kind of promo I hope that fucker gets his neck broke
Posted By: Guest#5042 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:17 PM
that sucks. bad.
wasnt he invited back to WWE after the Hulkamania tour too?
best of wishes Umaga
Posted By: Litas Biggest Fan (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:18 PM
JonD, the WWE has done exactly that. They have drugs tests, health checks the works - there have been suspensions and releases. In fact, I believe that Umaga was released for that very reason - not attending the rehab necessary to keep his job.
Also, he has been out of the WWE for about 6 months....hardly their fault if he's died now is it?
I hope he pulls through, but by the sounds of this, RIP Mr Fatu.
Posted By: dennett316 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:22 PM
RIP Umaga
Posted By: g (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:33 PM
Thoughts and prayers for him and his family
Posted By: bro (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:33 PM
Holy hell, WTF happened here?!?!
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Wow, how awful. Morally, I can not support a company that produces an enviroment that is killing so many people. Think about it next time you're watching an episode of Raw, you are supporting a company that sits by and lets its employees die, and does nothing to stop it, because trying to implement some measures to make it a more safe place to work might hurt their bottom line.
Posted By: JonD (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:47 PM
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WTF are they supposed to do? They told him to go to rehab (which WWE would have paid for), he refused and then they released him. It's not "a company" it's the entire industry.
Posted By: PHOENIXZERO (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:33 PM
Damn. I was really hoping he'd be comin' back to the WWE after the Hulk Hogan tour. Even IF he manages to pull through, I sincerely beleive his wrestling days are over. But right now, I could care less about the wrestling.
My thoughts go to him and hoping he pulls through. And if he doesn't, then may he rest in peace.
Posted By: Kristian (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:36 PM
Holy fuck...I LIVE in Houston.
Sounds like he od'd on white.
Posted By: MissyNEVERWearssocksWithShoes (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:49 PM
Snow Day!
He makes Houston is home. So do many other wrestlers.
Such a great big man.
Posted By: Booker T (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:37 PM
OMG
Posted By: dynadave (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:40 PM
I was about to partially echo the guy who referred to Umaga as a 'Samoan piece of shit', but then I read JohnD's comments; seriously dude, you really think Vince and the higher-ups in the WWE are sitting around Vince's office, 'you here Umaga's braindead?', 'really? that sucks. So this midget court thing...' Okay, so maybe with Crash Holly, that was probably the case, but it's ridiculous to insinuate that the deaths of people they've known for years aren't going to affect them, or that they are doing nothing about it.
Posted By: Chungles (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:41 PM
It looks like Bobby Lashley was the one who broke the news, if indeed it's true, that he passed away. I hope he pulls through.
Posted By: Tim (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:41 PM
my thoughts and prayers also with him and his family.
Posted By: yanluz86 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:42 PM
That sucks :-(
Posted By: AFCB (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:42 PM
hes not dead yet, i pray to god hes ok
when will the wwe be brought to account for all those who they push to the brink of death, kick out on the streets and leave to die...independant contractor my ass you evil fucks
Posted By: Guest#4015 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:43 PM
The news out of Houston is not good for Eddie Fatu aka Umaga.
I was informed by someone who has spoken to a Fatu family member that Eddie has been removed from life support and his condition is obviously grave. Unfortunately, one can expect more bad news to be released imminently.
Reportedly, Eddie had a massive heart attack while sleeping but those reports are not official. Eddie had just returned from a tour of Australia where he reportedly was, seemingly, healthy and doing well.
Eddie has a young family and a loving wife that really need everyone's prayers and support at this time.
This is a huge shock to me as I thought Eddie was doing well and had lost some weight over the past several months. Eddie was a natural and possessed amazing agility and quickness for such a large man. He always seemed to me to be a good hearted, sensitive guy. God Bless Eddie Fatu.
Posted By: From JR (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:43 PM
entertainmentandshowbiz.com is reporting that he has passed away. Another possible steroids related heart attack. First Eddie Guerrero dies on my fathers birthday, now Umaga dies on my mothers birthday. RIP Umaga not Umanga
Posted By: Guest#3877 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:48 PM
Damn
Posted By: MBD (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:49 PM
Mr. Kennedy tweeted: "I'm very thankful to have had a private closed-door conversation with Ecki prior to our match a few days ago in Sydney. He insisted that we... go out and tear the house down. We both had something to prove that night and in my opinion: Mission Accomplished! Our thoughts and prayers... are with the entire Fatu family. Ecki absolutely adored his wife and was extremely proud of his children. I have so many amazing, funny, and... heartwarming (sometimes gut wrenching belly-laughing) memories."
This sucks. I was hoping there was a chance he could somehow pull through.
Posted By: WWEFan (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:56 PM
Doesn't sound good at all.. but I hope something happens to where he can recover from this.
Posted By: WMD (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 05:59 PM
Massive shocker, I hope against hope that some of the reports are exaggerated as he would be a big loss to the wrestling world and, most importantly, to his family and friends.
Posted By: Bimmy (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:01 PM
Hope he pulls through. Get well UMAGA !
Posted By: pwsphil (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:06 PM
JonD
WWE released Umaga after he violated the Wellness policy for the second time. WWE PLEADED with him to get help. It was UMAGA who refused to get help so WWE released him.
So WWE caters to kids and now they are murderers. That is really not fair to say.
Posted By: Guest#1748 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:06 PM
I really hope he makes a recovery.
Posted By: Guest#9100 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:13 PM
I never liked Umanga as a character, EVER. Thought he was presented poorly, and was not nearly as much of a threat as they made him out to be. He came along around the time Joe hit the scene in TNA (not counting 3 Minute Warning). I just thought he was a bad idea and not a much better wrestler. That said, I don't want him to die, get well, Umanga.
Posted By: Squid Vicious (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:13 PM
It's reported and confirmed by Jim Ross that Umaga has been taken off life support which doesn't look good.
Posted By: tobias (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:14 PM
Eh, thanks for the handful of decent matches you were in, buddy. But I won't miss you when you're gone.
No sympathy, because unfortunately with wrestling these days you just have to assume, before hearing any details, that it was his stupid decisions that led to this.
Posted By: Guest#3293 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:14 PM
oh shit dude, get well soon Umaga
Posted By: Guest#GREATNESS (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:14 PM
Wow, how awful. Morally, I can not support a company that produces an enviroment that is killing so many people. Think about it next time you're watching an episode of Raw, you are supporting a company that sits by and lets its employees die, and does nothing to stop it, because trying to implement some measures to make it a more safe place to work might hurt their bottom line.
Posted By: JonD (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:47 PM
Have you somehow managed to miss three years of wellness testing, or the fact that Umaga was FIRED when he refused to go to rehab? Or their generous offer of free rehab to anyone who used to work for them? WWE's hands are clean on this one. This was Umaga's personal choice.
Posted By: Guest#7573 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:16 PM
omg i hope hes fine
Posted By: Guest#4558 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:17 PM
Damn, hopefully Umaga can make it through. He was a great "monster" wrestler.
Posted By: Shaun J. (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:18 PM
Tragic update - they just took him off life support. They couldn't do anything for him.
RIP Eddie Fatu.
Posted By: A-Ron (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:22 PM
This is what happens when you take drugs day in and day out with no regard for you or your family's welfare. I've got no sympathy for that fat, somoan piece of shit.
Posted By: Guest#0024 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:34 PM
My illiterate friend, I feel you are jumping to conclusions. We have no idea why he is dying, he may well have some hereditary condition. As for taking drugs without thinking about his or his family's welfare, that's where your argument falls apart - he took drugs TO SECURE his family's welfare, so he could continue wrestling without pain. Do you understand? I don't disagree that, should it prove to be drug-related (and it probably is, since he's had previous problems), that he deserves only a limited amount of sympathy for his actions, but your presumptuous and ignorant attitude towards it is totally unnecessary at this time.
Wrestling Observer is reporting that it is 'a matter of time' before Umaga dies. My condolences in advance go to his friends and family.
Posted By: Bimmy (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:22 PM
WWE.com just announced that he passed away . RIP. FOR SAMOA !!!!!
Posted By: Phil (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:28 PM
Morally, I can not support a company that produces an enviroment that is killing so many people.
Posted By: JonD (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:47 PM
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OK, they suspended him twice for drugs and fired him for refusing to go into rehab after the second suspension. Get off your high horse.
Posted By: MDK (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:30 PM
just confirmed by his uncle, he has passed away.
Posted By: Rusty Park (Registered) on December 04, 2009 at 06:31 PM
Wow, how awful. Morally, I can not support a company that produces an enviroment that is killing so many people. Think about it next time you're watching an episode of Raw, you are supporting a company that sits by and lets its employees die, and does nothing to stop it, because trying to implement some measures to make it a more safe place to work might hurt their bottom line.
Posted By: JonD (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 03:47 PM
Like Offering Umaga to go to rehab, and he denied it so they released him.
Right WWE is horrible for trying to save his life before it was too late.
Posted By: Wrong (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:32 PM
I just heard that WWE confirmed his death :(
Posted By: tribute (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:32 PM
WWE announced his death. RIP BIG GUY>
Posted By: tweeter716 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:32 PM
WWE has reported, hes gone :(
Posted By: Guest#9235 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:33 PM
Dear Guest#0024,
You may not like Umaga, but calling him a fat and a piece of shit and wishing death upon a person, and by that alone makes you the piece of shit my friend.
Posted By: InDaBiz (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:33 PM
JonD, people like you make me sick. WWE offered Umaga rehab after the second violation of the wellness policy, and he didn't take it. He should've, or this would not be happening right now. My thoughts and prayers to Umaga, but to try to blame this on WWE is disgusting, and you sir, are a pitiful human being.
Posted By: Dan (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:34 PM
please get better.
Posted By: rey (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:34 PM
wwe just annouced that eddie fatu aka umaga has passed away
Posted By: jeff (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:34 PM
WWE.com has it up now that Umaga has passed away.
RIP
Posted By: Deathpool (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:35 PM
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WWE would like to express its deepest condolences to Mr. Fatu’s family, friends and fans on his tragic passing. Mr. Fatu was under contract with WWE at various time periods and most recently performed under the name "Umaga." Mr. Fatu's contract was terminated on June 11, 2009.
Posted By: mz_ (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:36 PM
According to WWE.com, Umaga passed away today. It's a shame.
Posted By: JC (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:37 PM
Damn that sucks.
Posted By: Foolio (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:38 PM
WWE say he's passed.
god damn it. I liked that guy. Our guys are dropping like flies.
Posted By: Elliot (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:39 PM
I hope for the best... that he doesn't die for the sake of his family and that he's never able to get back in the ring for everyone else's sake.
Posted By: aaron (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:40 PM
http://www.wwe.com/inside/news/12849630
Posted By: Guest#6918 (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:40 PM
and WWE.com confirms he passed....goodnight, big man.
Posted By: marksman (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:45 PM
reports from houston said he already died..
Posted By: MAROON II (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:47 PM
WWE now has it posted that he has passed, truely another sad day in wrestling.
RIP Mr. Fatu
Posted By: Chaffey (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 06:56 PM
Very sad news.
Thoughts and prayers with his family.
Posted By: What? (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 07:11 PM
this is very sad. we keep loosing great wrestlers so youg. he will be sorely missed. R.I.P. umaga
Posted By: albert delgado (Guest) on December 04, 2009 at 09:24 PM
Rest in peace Umaga. Im so sad to hear youre gone. My heart goes out to your family and friends. My favorite memory of you is how you took John Cena to the limit in your two PPV matches with him. You deserved a better ending than this. But at least now youre home and at peace. Will miss you more than words can say Umaga. RIP Eddie aka Umaga.
Posted By: guestwwe (Guest) on December 05, 2009 at 06:13 PM
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