Chris Bell Comments on the Passing of his Brother
Posted by Larry Csonka on 12.15.2008
Chris Bell discusses the sudden death of his brother Mike “Mad Dog” Bell.
-Chris Bell sent out the following email regarding the passing of his brother Mike Bell:
My older brother Michael aka MAD DOG in the wrestling world, passed away yesterday from unknown causes. He was residing at a sober living place in Orange County and was celebrating 60 days of being clean and sober from any drugs or alcohol. His roommates found him dead in his room at about 2:30pm yesterday and he was pronounced dead on the spot by medical experts. The cause of death is unknown and does not appear to be self inflicted.
My brother was my true hero growing up and I always wanted to be big and strong like him. He was the inspiration for me to make my movie Bigger Stronger Faster* because I saw how the American Dream negatively affected his sense of self worth. I will always remember my brother as the nicest guy in the world that sometimes got caught up in the wrong things. I am so sad right now over his passing. He was on his way to getting his life back on track and he was taken away from us at such a young age. My family thanks everyone who has sent emails and called. It really means a lot.
"My brother was my true hero growing up and I always wanted to be big and strong like him"
yeah right....steroids anyone????
Posted By: hyatte (Guest) on December 15, 2008 at 03:49 PM
ROIDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted By: armin (Guest) on December 15, 2008 at 04:01 PM
He's amitted to using steroids. Good work Mr. Holmes
Posted By: Matt McCready (Guest) on December 15, 2008 at 05:01 PM
I know it's sad & tragic that a man died and all, but...who exactly are/were Mike and Chris Bell?
Posted By: Guest#0215 (Guest) on December 15, 2008 at 05:21 PM
Fuck some of you assholes for your disrespectful comments. Think about someone's feelings before you speak, and maybe...just maybe...put yourself in their shoes. Man, it's amazing how bloody ignorant unintelligent people can be.
Posted By: Devin (Guest) on December 15, 2008 at 06:29 PM
wrestlers are pathetic human beings
Posted By: BL4L (Guest) on December 15, 2008 at 07:36 PM
maybe RVD will return and fight in Bell's honor.
Posted By: triple b (Guest) on December 15, 2008 at 11:27 PM
So he used steroids so what? Big deal. So did Arnold.
To me, in the documentary, he appeared to have a lot. More than I have. Beautiful loving wife, family business, and he had more than 15mins of fame... I realise it's cause unknown, but perhaps he could have better appreciated what he had?
Posted By: G (Guest) on December 16, 2008 at 03:40 AM
"My brother was my true hero growing up and I always wanted to be big and strong like him"
Shoulda just search through his stuff for the vials and syringes, dude.
Posted By: Guest#1420 (Guest) on December 16, 2008 at 07:03 AM
So.. the guy made a movie about his brother using steroids? Way to cash in on irony!! Dexter Morgan cared more about his brother than this guy..
Posted By: Guest#1535 (Guest) on December 16, 2008 at 10:10 AM
u kno some of you are real ignorant! to bask in some one's misery will only shine more light on yours! Karma is a BITCH! so be respectful of the dead. Chris my prayers go out to you and your family. Thank you and your family for letting the world in and educating many of us on the use and abuse of steriods.
Posted By: Security (Guest) on December 16, 2008 at 11:30 AM
First of all, comdolences to the Bell family for their loss. 37 is just too damn young to go no matter what.
Any of you assholes who are saying anything disrespectful about this story can just FUCK OFF! Has the anonymity of the internet really created this many thoughtless douche bag? Burn in hell, f**kers!
Posted By: Dave (Guest) on December 16, 2008 at 12:03 PM
Chris my prayers go out to you and your family. Thank you and your family for letting the world in and educating many of us on the use and abuse of steriods.
Posted By: Security (Guest) on December 16, 2008 at 11:30 AM
You need to type louder, he cant hear you!!
Posted By: Guest#4310 (Guest) on December 16, 2008 at 05:04 PM
I cant say how I feel for Chris, Mark and the Bell's family loss. I only know that Mike was a good person to me, and held respect for everyone around him. Seeing him always brought a smile to my face. Thanks for the laughs, good times and commeraderee. I will not forget you. Although it has been some time, you will be missed bro.
Posted By: Julio Romero (Guest) on December 20, 2008 at 04:41 AM
Man, there are some real assholes in this world. Proof is right here in some of these comments.
Posted By: John Romano (Guest) on December 21, 2008 at 01:26 PM
Its a shame, my thoughts go out to his family, He seemed like a good guy and the people on here with negative and unpleasant comments you need some empathy pills man.
Posted By: Robin (Guest) on December 26, 2008 at 10:25 PM
Chris ...
We are so very sorry for your loss. We know how much you loved the Mad Dog and he, of course, loved you! You and your family are in our thoughts, our prayers and a white candle lights the way for your bro! We don't know why these things happen, but they do, like an unfinished piece on the piano bench. It was his journey.
Hearts will never be practical until they can be made unbreakable. - The Tin Man
We love you Chris!
Kathy*Ashley*Jaide
Gimme More Couture
Posted By: Guest#7644 (Guest) on December 30, 2008 at 11:31 PM
