Don West Dies: TNA/Impact Wrestling Commentator Was 59

31.12.2022 - 05:35 / deadline.com

Donald “Don” West, known for his commentary on Impact Wrestling, has died. He was 59.

Mike Tenay shared a tweet where he confirmed West had died due to lymphoma.

“Just heard from wife Terri that our brother @DonWestDeals will be spending New Year’s in heaven,” he posted. “Terri said D-Dub finally had to tap out from his match with lymphoma. We bonded as soon as we met, both as broadcast partners and friends. Years of great moments both on and off camera.”

Just heard from wife Terri that our brother @DonWestDeals will be spending New Years in heaven. Terri said D-Dub finally had to tap out from his match with lymphoma. We bonded as soon as we met, both as broadcast partners and friends. Years of great moments both on and off camera

On Dec. 17, Tenay shared a photo of West after he and Craig Jenkins FaceTimed with him.

I won’t get a better Christmas gift than our time with Don West. Thanks @Jenxman and Terri West. https://t.co/tMVqdzkJwX

The Impact Wrestling organization also shared a tweet confirming West’s death saying, “IMPACT Wrestling is heartbroken to learn of the passing of Don West​, one of the defining voices of our 20-year history. Don’s enthusiasm and passion elevated every second he called and uplifted the spirits of everybody he crossed paths with. He will be dearly missed.”

IMPACT Wrestling is heartbroken to learn of the passing of Don West​, one of the defining voices of our 20 year history. Don's enthusiasm and passion elevated every second he called and uplifted the spirits of everybody he crossed paths with. He will be dearly missed. #RIPDonWest pic.twitter.com/gy2s4vQDUj

Scott D’Amore, EVP of Impact Wrestling, reflected on West’s loss in an open letter shared online.

“Don was truly a one-of-a-kind who