The news of Kevin Sullivan's unfortunate passing was first passed along by longtime friend Barry Rose on Friday, August 9. Sullivan was important to many people within the world of wrestling, as he competed in WCW, NWA, ECW throughout his lengthy career.
The world of wrestling took to social media to pay tribute to Sullivan.
Kevin Sullivan had one of the most unique minds in the history of our industry, pushing creative boundaries and developing some of the most intriguing characters to step into the ring. He had an unwavering passion for what we do. My thoughts are with his family, friends & fans. https://t.co/uEz12aiKGQ
— Triple H (@TripleH) August 9, 2024
I Am So Saddened To Hear About Kevin Sullivan’s Passing. Rest In Peace Kevin! You Were An All Time Great Athlete & Friend! ---- pic.twitter.com/QYBVuhpbJu
— Ric Flair (@RicFlairNatrBoy) August 9, 2024
Just heard that Kevin “Sully” Sullivan has passed away. His passing really hurts my heart.
— Diamond Dallas Page (@RealDDP) August 9, 2024
I recently was talking to Ric Flair who told me that Sully wasn't doing well and I should call him. I immediately called him, and I talked about it on an interview I did with @CodyRhodes.… pic.twitter.com/sdbVZNJHzX
Godspeed, Kevin Sullivan. Whether in front of or behind the camera, your contributions to our industry are without question. Grateful for the times we shared, your advice, and kindness. Honored to have gone into the @nwa HOF together. Rest well, sir. -- pic.twitter.com/OsoSmC1L4F
— Adam Pearce (@ScrapDaddyAP) August 9, 2024
AEW and the wrestling world mourn the passing of the legendary Kevin Sullivan. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and his fans. pic.twitter.com/mXasH8S757
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) August 9, 2024
We learned that the legendary Kevin Sullivan passed away this morning.
— SiriusXM Busted Open (@BustedOpenRadio) August 9, 2024
We will honor his memory today on #bustedopen247
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Really sad to hear Kevin Sullivan passed away.
— Simon Miller (@SimonMiller316) August 9, 2024
My first time seeing him was when he lead the Dungeon of Doom in WCW which was totally crazy as a young kid.
I soon got old and learned his overall influence on wrestling in general.
Thoughts with his friends and family. pic.twitter.com/v8asL9i1yF
One of the greatest ever. RIP Kevin Sullivan thank you for all the memories. pic.twitter.com/MHz0rEgLyZ
— Dave LaGreca (@davidlagreca1) August 9, 2024
Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Kevin Sullivan. I had the privilege of working with him at @CCWAliveTV in Nashville, and I'll always appreciate his feedback and support.
— Jaden Newman (@Jaden4Real) August 9, 2024
Rest in power, Kevin.
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Kevin Sullivan at @CCWAliveTV
— QT Marshall (@QTMarshall) August 9, 2024
I had them honor of him sitting in for one of my seminars. We shared a lot of the same ideologies on wrestling.
He was always a class act! Condolences to him and his family! https://t.co/uTWRS6uqa0
What a mind…what a career…Kevin Sullivan was one of the most creative minds in pro wrestling history. From Florida to WCW and beyond, worked with them all. RIP pic.twitter.com/3PK0Cw4rAA
— Scott Fishman (@smFISHMAN) August 9, 2024
RIP Kevin Sullivan.
— -- Kimberley Ford -- (@RoyaltyCanadian) August 9, 202
He had a great mind for the business & was entertaining both creatively out of the ring as he was in the ring.
His legend will live forever. My condolences go out to his family and loved ones during this time. #RIPKevinSullivan pic.twitter.com/dG21njaO4s
I respect you, booker man #RIP
— King (@LexisKingWWE) August 9, 2024
Very grateful to have shared this spotlight with Kevin Sullivan @defyNW ---- RIP https://t.co/AgNqDjKqhL pic.twitter.com/5EEq2IJxAt
— Bollywood Boyz (@BollywoodBoyz) August 9, 2024
Waking up to the news that #KevinSullivan has passed away. Without him taking a chance on me there would have been Hugh Morrus. Thank you #shorty! See you down the road! pic.twitter.com/8oxyPYMR71
— Bill DeMott (@BillDeMott) August 9, 2024
REST IN PEACE KEVIN SULLIVANhttps://t.co/9DSTBrOrkT
— Bill Apter (@apter1wrestling) August 9, 2024
So sorry to learn of Taskmaster Kevin Sullivan's passing. He was one of those guys that made you believe. It is a loss of institional knowledge of how to book pro wrestling. Feel I got to know him better via @TwoManPowerTrip weekly podcast, Taskmaster Talks. pic.twitter.com/ZVRLBklZOH
— Lavie Margolin (@Laviemarg) August 9, 2024
An old photo of Kevin Sullivan and I during a match in Louisville back in the early 80's. Outside the ring, Jimmy Hart who managed Kevin looks on. Yes the haze in the background was from cigarettes. Yes, smoking was still allowed inside buildings then. RIP Kevin. @WSI_YouTube pic.twitter.com/TTYSb8JOca
— ----. ---------- (@DirtyDMantell) August 9, 2024
Fightful would like to again send our best wishes to Sullivans's family, friends, and fans during this difficult time.
