Absolutely heartbroken. He made his CZW debut in 2005. The news was first announced by Game Changer Wrestling. Danny was an incredibly talented, intelligent, caring & genuine person. Danny was an incredibly talented, intelligent, caring & genuine person. Below is GCW's announcement: With a. Grant "Danny Havoc" Berkland. He was such a special, smart, and sweet person. Rest in power, Danny. This is happening in my country, 20-some hours away. Havoc was born and raised in Cylinder, Iowa, and learnt to wrestle in his barn before becoming a CZW legend. What I didn't realize at the time is that I was in the presence of a deathmatch legend. R.I.P Danny. [20][21] Less than two months later, on May 31, 2020, Havoc died at the age of 34 from heart failure. (@Kimber_Lee90) June 1, 2020, One of the nicest dudes I've ever met .. R.I.P. From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing. You can always count on LWOPW to be on top of the major news in the wrestling world, as well as to provide you with analysis, previews, videos, interviews, and editorials on the wrestling world. Havoc was born Grant Berkland on May 19, 1986, in Cylinder, Iowa,[4] and started wrestling in his family's barn with his friends after school. The Bunny ?? #RIPDannyHavoc pic.twitter.com/ApsRaxeecB. It's with extremely heavy hearts that we say this. A number of WWE stars flocked to social media to pay tribute to the much-loved performer - real name Grant Berkland. RIP", NXT star Mia Yim tweeted, "Damn #RIP Danny Havoc", AEW star The Bunny wrote, "Danny Havoc always extended kindness to me and welcomed me into the CZW family. If I recall correctly, he was getting set to retire and have a last match when the docc was filmed. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. -. Please logout and login again. PS. In 2015, he made his debut with the rebooted Game Changer Wrestling (GCW, formerly Jersey Championship Wrestling) and a year later debuted with Matt Tremonts Hardcore Hustle Organization (H2O). I was super new to the business but grateful someone showed me such kindness #RIPDannyHavoc, King Impaler (@_hernameismax_) June 1, 2020. Hardcore wrestler Danny Havoc passes away.Danny Havoc is remembered for his extreme style of hardcore wrestling in his runs in Combat Zone Wrestling as well as Game Changer Wrestling. One of the most genuine dudes I ever met. WWE star Kevin Owens posted: Im so sorry for Danny Havocs family, friends and fans. The tributes for Havoc are flooding the IWC as fans and pro wrestling promotions all remember him. Apr 16: Impact Rebellion We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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While he was near synonymous with CZW for over a decade, he also competed for other hardcore promotions, such as IWA Mid-South, and internationally with companies like Big Japan Wrestling (BJW), KAIENTAI, and DDT Pro in Japan, plus Mexicos Desastre Total Ultraviolento (DTU) and Germanys Westside Xtreme Wrestling (wXw). The Nation became known almost as much for their drunken shenanigans and comical antics as for their trademark daredevil style, punctuated by the core members' ability to combine exciting high-flying maneuvers with the hard-hitting, risk-taking ultraviolent style that CZW has made its name with. Havoc's retirement match was against SHLAK in 2017. He wrestled for twelve years all around the indies and was known as the The Deathmatch Drunkard.. Join us to discuss WWE, AEW, NJPW, Impact, Stardom, ChocoPro, GCW, and every other promotion, big or small, past and present. Pro wrestler Grant Berkland, who worked under the name Danny Havoc, tragically passed away this weekend aged 34, just over a month after his wife Brianne died unexpectedly. Danny Havoc was trained by Mike Quakenbush, DJ Hyde, and Chris Hero. He was an inspiration to so many and a friend to all and our hearts go out to his family and loved ones.We can take a small comfort in knowing the entire wrestling community are sharing the same grief right now.#RIPDannyHavoc pic.twitter.com/2AbDxYRb6I. The cause of death has not yet been disclosed. very sad,thanks for great memory in GCW show tokyo japan. Havoc made it to the finals of wXw's Gorefest II tournament in Germany, losing to Thumbtack Jack in a lighttubes and barbed-wire pits match. Im beyond privileged to been able to travel the world with him. The independent ace was a huge favourite and famous for his epic deathmatches in Game Changer Wrestling and Combat Zone Wrestling. GCW said in a statement: "With a broken heart, the GCW family mourns the loss of Grant Berkland aka Danny Havoc. Havoc won the seventh annual Tournament of Death on May 17, 2008. Your email address will not be published. Do check the Promotions tab if you cannot find it in the Primary Inbox. I could use you to talk me through this right now.. Page pinned Havoc after giving him a top rope powerbomb through a plate of glass. Havoc was only 34years old and was extremely fondly remembered by most of the wrestling community, with Tegan Nox, Mustafa Ali, and others all reacted to his passing. [5] After watching many wrestling tapes and specifically after attending Combat Zone Wrestling's Cage of Death 6 event, Havoc traveled to Philadelphia to try out for CZW. Havocs cause of death has not been released at this time. He had never shared his relationship details on the internet. I have such fond memories of each time I was able to spend with him and our lengthy emails back and forth. The cause of Danny's death has not yet been disclosed but his wife died of heart failure on April 4. He would go on to win multiple titles in the company and became a two-time Tournament of Death winner in both 2008 and 2013. One could certainly question . Havoc's wife, Brianne, had passed away in April of 2020, according to a report by The Wrestling Observer. A cold front will eventually clear everyone in the state this afternoon. I didnt know him well but all Ive ever heard about him throughout the years painted him as a passionate, kind-hearted guy. Grant Berkland grew up in Iowa a lifelong fan of professional wrestling, backyard wrestling with his highschool friends. 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His death comes just over a month on from his wife Brianne, 27, passing away suddenly of heart failure on April 4. Grant "Danny Havoc" Berkland. I could conceivably graduate and go do this if thats what I want. My beloved wife, Brianne the most perfect person Ive ever known, and the love of my life., Her loss was particularly devastating, and according to GCW owner Brett Lauderdale, Grant grieved her loss every day since. Havoc lost his match against Alex Colon to a standing ovation as D. J. Hyde and the locker room cheered for him. A wrestling star Grant Berkland also known as Danny Havoc has died aged 45, just two-months after his wife Brianne Morrow died. This cuts too deep. pic.twitter.com/L7By79UEKN, ? Many years ago, I was booked for a death match tournament. Apr 2: WWE WrestleMania Havoc's cause of death has not been released at this time. It was then confirmed by CZW officials that Havoc had officially retired from professional wrestling. A 12-year pioneer of American deathmatches in the 2000s, mounting injuries forced Havoc to walk away from the business. His passing comes just under two months after his wife Brianne Morrow passed away. WWE stars have flocked to social media to pay tribute to wrestler Danny Havoc after his death. We have bled together and loved this business together. Its tragedy is even sadder coupled with the recent passing of his wife, Brianne Berkland, only a few weeks ago on April 4. He started a long feud with D. J. Hyde that included matches on CZW shows as well as STF (Stars of the Future) and NEXT shows. And just last week, Stardom star Hana Kimura died aged just 22. Jon Moxley shared a heartbreaking message after the passing of Havoc.He said that he was going to miss him and then went on to say that Havoc was a fearless and creative performer. Grant., His texting read more like a doctors dissertation full of word play, rather than (the writings) of a Death Match wrestler, SHLAK shared with Slam Wrestling. Two years after his final match, Havoc came out of retirement for a benefit show hosted by Matt Tremont's H2O Wrestling,[3] and returned to Game Changer Wrestling for their Tokyo tour in February 2020. At one point during the match, Havoc was set on fire by Whacks. (That) match MADE me when I was younger, he tweeted (@TheSamiCallihan). > Movies & TV
Coach Isah Ladan Bosso believes he has the men to push Ugandas Hippos off the way in their Africa U-20 Cup of Nations quarterfinal duel tomorrow and reach the FIFA U-20 World Cup finals scheduled for Indonesia from May 20 to June 11. Rest in power, Danny. Havoc, who was known for competing in hardcore death matches in Game Changer Wrestling and Combat Zone Wrestling, passed away just two months after his wife Brianne Morrow had died of a heart. We are saddened to learn about the passing of Grant Berkland, better known as Danny Havoc. pic.twitter.com/L7By79UEKN. Below you can see their announcement as well as reactions: He was also an elite performer that entertained a generation of fans & inspired a generation of aspiring performers. He was also an elite performer that entertained a generation of fans & inspired a generation of aspiring performers.. Its tragedy is even sadder coupled with the recent passing of his wife, Brianne Berkland, only a few weeks ago on April 4. He was an inspiration to so many and a friend to all and our hearts go out to his family and loved ones.We can take a small comfort in knowing the entire wrestling community are sharing the same grief right now.#RIPDannyHavoc. Didnt happen though. SHLAK used Havocs own words, which he had written to SHLAK in one of their lengthy 3 a.m. texting sessions, to sum up Havoc: You may be completely out of your fn mind, but you are intelligent and thoughtful. With a broken heart, the GCW family mourns the loss of Grant Berkland aka Danny Havoc. The American would often come out of battles bloodied and battered, after being part of brutal deathmatches. He went to GCW after coming out of retirement. (@TheSamiCallihan) June 1, 2020. Toward the end of the tour, Havoc and Younger longtime friends had a very public falling out at the BJW Dojo, in which they came to blows and had to be pulled apart by BJW Dojo members. Having come out of retirement at a benefit show for Matt Tremont's H2O Wrestling on October 6, 2019, Havoc was named as part of a Tokyo tour promoted by Game Changer Wrestling (GCW), where he was involved in tag team deathmatches. "It got me booked all over the world. https://t.co/dC7BVbhIt9, ? GCW and CZW wrestler Danny Havoc passed away on 31st May. He was also an elite performer that entertained a generation of fans & inspired a generation of aspiring performers", "Danny Havoc: From Wreaking Havoc in the CZW to Dying at 34! Grant "Danny Havoc" Berkland. Danny Havocs retirement match was on September 9th, 2017 against SHLAK at GCWs Run Rickey Run event. Reading all the wonderful stories/memories from his friends makes it clear that the we lost someone special. [16] On February 4, at Ready to Die, Havoc teamed with Alex Colon against Kodaka and Sakuda, in which Havoc performed a around the world slam, followed by a death valley driver (called a General Order 24) on Kodaka for the win. ", Tegan Nox added: "RIP Danny Havoc.man, 2020 is just awful.". I shared a locker room a few times w/ Danny Havoc but didnt know him on a personal level. Pro wrestler Grant Berkland, who worked as Danny Havoc, died this weekend, according to Game Changer Wrestling. The cause of Danny's death has not yet been disclosed but. > Photo Galleries
Devil's Blood (@WWEAleister) June 1, 2020, GCW & CZW Wrestler Danny Havoc Passes Away. Jon Moxley has shared an extremely heartbreaking message in reaction to his passing. But in 2017, In 2017, he stepped away from the ring. Be the first one to comment on this story. Grant 'Danny Havoc' Berkland, who wrestled as The Deathmatch Drunkard, passed away at the age of 45. It comes after a grim few weeks for the wrestling industry with a number of shock deaths. Powell's POV: Berkland worked for a. Ethan Page played by Julian (@OfficialEGO) June 1, 2020, ? He won multiple belts across a number of promotions, and was best known for putting it all on the line in the ring. Havoc grew up in Cylinder, Iowa and wrestled with . While with the company, he was a two-time CZW Ultraviolent Underground Champion, CZW World Junior Heavyweight Champion, and a two-time CZW World Tag Team Champion. You are more then just a brother. Reddit's largest professional wrestling community. Life is so short. Grant "Danny Havoc" Berkland. #RIP #DannyHavoc https://t.co/pY9o9j2YL8, ? In the midst of that same year, at CZW Best of the Best X, Havoc defeated Jun Kasai to win the Ultraviolent Underground Championship for the second time. June 1, 2020. Also gave a good look into the world of death match. ", Impact star Sami Callihan wrote, "Absolutely heartbroken. Combat Zone Wrestling: 15 Years of Professional Wrestling that is Like Nothing Else!Find out more about Combat Zone Wrestling & Women Superstars Uncensored a. My heart hurts for his friends and loved ones.". WWE star Drew Gulak. While Havoc may never have been a household name, and known primarily to the niche audience of Death Match wrestling, his mark on the industry by his peers and his fans are unquestionable. The family appreciates it more than you know. No cause of death was given. This makes Havoc one of only three two-time Tournament of Death champions in its fourteen-year history. 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