Rob Van Dam is stepping up to support Sabu’s family during a difficult time.
During the latest episode of 1 Of A Kind, RVD announced that a GoFundMe has been created to assist Sabu’s family with funeral expenses following the ECW legend’s passing.
The GoFundMe page includes a heartfelt message from Sabu’s family, reflecting on his impact both in and out of the ring.
“On May 11, 2025, the world lost legendary pro-wrestler, Sabu. Sabu, nephew of the Original Sheik, was a trailblazer who transformed the pro-wrestling business worldwide,” the statement reads. “Now that he has left this earth, he will be reunited with his beloved mother, uncle, and Melissa.”
The message also mentions Sabu’s influence on the wrestling landscape, crediting him with shaping the hardcore style that fueled ECW and influenced the Attitude Era and AEW.
“Sabu’s humble, generous, and funny demeanor outside of the ring impacted those who knew him just as much as inside it,” the family added.
RVD’s call to action comes as the wrestling world continues to mourn Sabu’s passing. Fans and fellow wrestlers have been sharing memories and tributes, emphasizing how much the hardcore icon meant to them.
Sabu’s legacy as a pioneer of hardcore wrestling will live on, and now, those who want to give back can do so by helping his family through this GoFundMe campaign.
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