It is a sad day for wrestling: the death of Dennis Condrey, an icon in WWE and the founding member of The Midnight Express tag team, was shared on Friday, March 20, in an Instagram post by professional wrestler Dax Harwood. Condrey was 74, People reports.
Remembering Dennis Condrey & His Friendship with Dax Harwood
Harwood paid tribute to Condrey, who made his professional wrestling debut in 1973, with a lengthy post that featured photos and videos of Condrey in the ring. In the caption, he shared his thoughts on the tremendous loss he feels and what Condrey’s friendship meant to him. He also informed fans that a GoFundMe had been “set up in his memory.”
“Greatest of All Time scenarios will always be a hot button for debate. However, when it comes to greatest tag teams of all time, almost always is The Midnight Express brought up,” Harwood began. “I’ve watched my fair share of tag team matches; maybe more than anyone! I can tell you with absolute honesty and sincerity, I’ve never seen a better Tag Team than Dennis Condrey and Bobby Eaton. Over the last 5 years, Dennis has allowed me the privilege of being a friend. Seeing him and His beautiful wife Theresa always made me feel like I was part of their family.”
Harwood revealed that he and Condrey would “text after every match,” and that he would give him advice on how to improve. “That is something that’ll never be lost on me. One of my heroes loved me enough to take time out of his day to let me know how proud he was of me,” he wrote. “I loved that man and I’ll do everything I possibly can over the next few years I have left in the business, to keep his and the Midnight Express’ spirit alive. They paved this road so all other tag teams could walk easier.”
Fans Mourn Dennis Condey
CanvaThe comment section of the post has been flooded with messages from fans offering their condolences. “May his memory be a blessing. Godspeed Mr. Condrey,” a comment reads. “I’m so sorry for your loss, Dave. He was INCREDIBLE. Rest in Peace,” another person wrote.
“Like you, I grew up watching the Midnight Express put on masterclass tag team matches. Nobody did it better than them, and I’ll stand on that. Sorry for your loss brother! RIP to a true legend and trailblazer!,” a third comment reads. “Best way to honor Dennis is to keep kicking (expletive) and showcasing the best of tag team wrestling.”
Condrey is survived by his loving wife.
It’s really sad to hear this news. What a significant impact this wrestler had on the industry.