In a new Instagram post, The Rock reflects on the passing of Afa The Wild Samoan and celebrates his legacy.
The wrestling world lost a true pioneer in Afa Anoa'i, whose passing was announced on August 16. One of the patriarchs of the legendary Anoa'i family and the broader Samoan dynasty, Afa touched the lives of many individuals in and around the world of pro wrestling, but especially those a part of his legendary family.
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is the nephew of the Wild Samoans, Afa and Sika. He took to Instagram to reflect on his uncle's passing, his legacy in wrestling, and his legacy in life, and he shared a few words about his famous bloodline.
Rest in Love Uncle Afa --️
Uncle Afa Anoa’i is finally at peace with his brother, Uncle Sika Anoa’i.
“The Wild Samoans” were trailblazers in the world of professional wrestling.
Multi-time @WWE tag team champions and eventually, bestowed their rightful place in the WWE Hall of Fame.The last picture is one of my all time favorites- it’s my uncles Afa and Sika with my grandfather, High Chief Peter Maivia - and I believe that’s Professor Toru Tanaka.
What I love about this picture is you can SEE & FEEL the LOVE & MANA amongst these smiling, loving men.
You can also see and feel that this wasn’t a table you wanted to f*ck with ------
I love you uncle and I’ll never forget what you did for our family in ‘87. “Come to me”
Nashville to Bethlehem.
Give my grandpa and my dad a kiss and a hug from me.
Rock had previously paid tribute to his uncles, Afa and Sika, by including them in the NBC sitcom Young Rock, which was based on his life.
Roman Reigns also issued a statement on his uncle's passing. Fans can read that statement here.
Fightful continues to send its condolences to the family, friends, and fans of Afa.
