WWE legend Ole Anderson has died at 81, leaving behind a legacy in professional wrestling.

Anderson achieved fame with The Minnesota Wrecking Crew and went on to co-found the influential faction, The Four Horsemen.

He retired in 1996, voicing concerns about the wrestling industry's trend towards monopoly, particularly by WWE.

The wrestling community, including WWE, has paid homage to Anderson, acknowledging his multiple tag team championships and multifaceted contributions as a performer, announcer, and booker.