Jerry Jarrett, the father of WWE Hall of Famer Jeff Jarrett, dies at the age of 80

Throughout his long and varied career, Jerry Jarrett has made a lasting impact on the professional wrestling industry. His innovative approach to talent development and his contributions to the creative direction of the WWE have helped to shape the sport as we know it today. Jerry was a wrestling promoter and creative mind. He has had a long and varied career in the professional wrestling industry. Although he was best known for his work with the Memphis-based promotion Championship Wrestling Association (CWA). Jarrett also spent several years working for the WWE.

Recently, the legend Jerry Jarrett unfortunately passed away on February 15. Jerry passed away at the age of 80. WWE broke the sad news on their Twitter account, extending condolences to Jarrett’s family. Jarrett’s first stint with the WWE began in 1992, when he was hired as a road agent. In this role, he was responsible for helping to plan and execute matches, as well as providing guidance and feedback to the wrestlers.

In 1993, Jarrett was promoted to the position of head of talent relations. During his time in this position, Jarrett played a key role in the WWE’s expansion into new markets, including Japan and Europe. He helped to plan and execute several high-profile storylines. Including the feud between Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels that culminated in the infamous “Montreal Screwjob” at the 1997 Survivor Series.

Jarrett identified and developed a number of future WWE stars, including Triple H and The Rock. Jarrett eventually left the WWE in 1999, but he continued to work in the wrestling industry for many years. He is also the co-founder of TNA (now known as Impact Wrestling). Jerry also used to work for New Japan Pro Wrestling.

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Wrestling world reacts to the unfortunate passing away of Jerry Jarrett

Kane reacted to the tweet from WWE and offered his condolences to Jarrett’s family. He also mentioned that Jerry helped him tremendously in his early career when he made his debut.

Dutch Mantell, who was also known as Zeb Colter in WWE, was the first to break the news. Reporting the news, he mentioned that his friend and long-time booker and promoter Jarrett died in the morning. Mantell also reflected on the last meeting with Jerry Jarrett.

Former TNA wrestler James Storm also remembered Jerry after his passing away through a tweet. Storm also mentioned how Jerry helped him in his training for his wrestling career. Storm also recalled his meeting with Jerry last year, when he praised him.

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