Mark William Calaway aka The Undertaker, one of wrestling’s biggest professional fighters has officially announced his retirement after 30 years with a ‘rest in peace’ farewell address.
“My time has come to let The Undertaker Rest In Peace” the 55 year old Mark William Calaway said in his full all black attire on 22nd November 2020, announcing his retirement.
The Undertaker’s retirement had coincided with the end of WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) Survivor Series. During the farewell occasion, WWE brought many of the other wrestlers who have battled with The Undertaker during his career.
The Godwinns, Savio Vega, Shawn Michaels, Kane, Triple H, and others. Then, Calaway gave his speech:
“My time has come to let The @undertaker Rest In Peace.”#ThankYouTaker #FarewellTaker #SurvivorSeries pic.twitter.com/vIZShTdwmi
— WWE (@WWE) November 23, 2020
The ceremony was without incidence which was uncharacteristic of WWE, some fans were even expecting an impromptu match or some action from The Undertaker. In the end, it was just a showbiz farewell.
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It did not dampen the mood of several others who shared touching statements about the wrestler’s career. See some of the top ones below:
The measuring stick. The locker room leader. The Phenom. Three decades ago today, @Undertaker changed the landscape of sports-entertainment. His legacy is incomparable, his impact immeasurable. #ThankYouTaker. #Undertaker30 pic.twitter.com/TWm1Ihww8U
— Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) November 22, 2020
After three decades of @undertaker committing wholeheartedly to the @WWE, tonight we bear witness to the end of an extraordinary body of work. For all the in ring moments and as a member of the @WWEUniverse, I say #ThankYouTaker! #SurvivorSeries #Undertaker30
