WWE Hall of Famer Jerry “The King” Lawler shared some sad news on Sunday night when he revealed that Kamala has passed away. In a brief message, Lawler briefly stated that he had been informed of the news.
Just been told that Kamala has passed away. pic.twitter.com/oBGnezmujn
— Jerry Lawler (@JerryLawler) August 9, 2020
During Kamala’s legendary career, he feuded with Hulk Hogan, Andre The Giant and The Undertaker. He wrestled all over the world, and he was inducted into the Texas Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2012. Kamala returned to WWE a few times throughout the years; he competed in the unforgettable Gimmick Battle Royal at WrestleMania X-Seven. He also had a brief run in WCW, where he was a member of the Dungeon of Doom.
The CAC family wishes to extend our sincerest condolences to the family friends and fans the world over upon the news that the legendary James "Kamala" Harris has passed away at the age of 70. Rest in Peace James. pic.twitter.com/7p0LUkkU4P
— CauliflowerAlleyClub (@CACReunion) August 9, 2020
WWE issued a statement on the company’s official website:
“WWE is saddened to learn that James Harris, known to WWE fans as Kamala, has passed away at age 70.
Under the frightening face paint of Kamala, the 6-foot-7, 380-pound Harris battled the greatest Superstars in sports-entertainment history, including Hulk Hogan, The Undertaker and Andre the Giant.
He terrorized opponents and thrilled audiences in Mid-South, World Class Championship Wrestling, WCW and WWE until 2006.
WWE extends its condolences to Harris’ family, friends and fans.”
