Bobby “The Brain” Heenan, arguably the greatest color commentator ever, passed away today at 73. It was reported a few months ago that Heenan had to cancel wrestling booking due to his health. In 2002, he was diagnosed with throat cancer and that, among other illnesses, made his life a constant struggle. However, despite all his setbacks, he kept fighting and defying the odds and the doctor’s predictions.
Jim Ross broke the news and wrote a mini-homage to The Brain: