WWE icon Roman Reigns has paid tribute to his late wrestling hero uncle Afa Anoa’i. The retired wrestler’s iconic relative competed as one half of the legendary Wild Samoans – still one of the most successful tag teams in WWE history – and his passing aged 81, which comes two months after his brother Sika’s death, was announced on Friday (16.08.
24) by his son. Hours after the announcement, Roman, 39, said on X: “Our family has suffered another great loss with the passing of my uncle and WWE Hall of Famer, Gataivasā Afa Amituana’i Anoa’i.” Roman – born Leati Joseph ‘Joe’ Anoa’i – added he wanted to thank “everyone for their support”.
He added he and his family “are comforted by the fact (Afa) now rests in peace”. Roman went on: “Afa and my father, Pola’ivao Leati Sika Anoa’i, were loving brothers, the greatest tag team of their generation, and now they’re reunited together in heaven. “Rest in Power Wild Samoans.
” Afa’s son Samu Anoa’i announced his death on Facebook with the statement: “It is with deepest regret that we announce the passing of my father Afa Anoa’i Sr. “It was a peaceful transition and he was surrounded by loved ones. Please respect our privacy as we morn our father.
” Fans have flooded social media with tributes to the fighter, with many telling his family “god bless”. One said online: “We love you all. Know your father loved you all more than anything else as well.
” Fightful said Afa was adm.