-. Grant "Danny Havoc" Berkland. Do check the Promotions tab if you cannot find it in the Primary Inbox. I wouldnt be who I am today without Danny Havoc. With a broken heart, the GCW family mourns the loss of Grant Berkland aka Danny Havoc. My heart hurts for his friends and loved ones. Havoc made it to the finals of wXw's Gorefest II tournament in Germany, losing to Thumbtack Jack in a lighttubes and barbed-wire pits match. The A, E, W Champion Jon Moxley is known for being. His passion won the company over and he began training with CZW, making his debut that June at CZW Tournament of Death 4. Pro wrestler Grant Berkland, who worked under the name Danny Havoc, tragically passed away this weekend aged 34, just over a month after his wife Brianne died unexpectedly. In 2015, he made his debut with the rebooted Game Changer Wrestling (GCW, formerly Jersey Championship Wrestling) and a year later debuted with Matt Tremonts Hardcore Hustle Organization (H2O). With a broken heart, the GCW family mourns the loss of Grant Berkland aka Danny Havoc, GCW said in a series of tweets on Monday. Jon Moxley has shared an extremely heartbreaking message in reaction to his passing. Jon Moxley has shared an extremely heartbreaking message in reaction to his passing. Marvin Lambert (December 14, 1977 - October 18, 2012) was an American professional wrestler best known by his ring name Brain Damage.. Im out of words at this point. In the finals, Havoc was pitted against Drake Younger, Scotty Vortekz, and Nick Gage in a no rope barbed wire 200 light tubes match to a single pinfall. The slightly frantic edge that he brings to his wrestling style is really well known. I was super new to the business but grateful someone showed me such kindness #RIPDannyHavoc, King Impaler (@_hernameismax_) June 1, 2020. "My sincere condolences to his friends, family and fans. GCW and CZW wrestler Danny Havoc passed away on 31st May. He was an inspiration to so many and a friend to all and our hearts go out to his family and loved ones. The American professional wrestled for over a dozen years and was also known as the "The Deathmatch Drunkard". GCW let the wrestling world know that Grant Berkland aka Danny Havoc had passed away. I have such fond memories of each time I was able to spend with him and our lengthy emails back and forth. CZW released a heartfelt memorial for Havoc after learning of his passing. Another hit to a wrestling community still processing the deaths of Shad Gaspard and Hana Kimura, as GCW has announced the death of Danny Havoc. Im beyond privileged to been able to travel the world with him. This is tragic. His masterful linguistics prompted Death Match star SHLAK to refer to Berkland as Dr. Just an incredibly talented lunatic, who you just couldn't help but love. One of the nicest people you could ever meet & loved by his peers.#RIPDannyHavoc pic.twitter.com/3W0nr2quQD, ? CZW released a heartfelt memorial for Havoc after learning of his passing. Pro wrestler Grant Berkland, who worked as Danny Havoc, died this weekend, according to Game Changer Wrestling. Born in the tiny town of Cylinder, Iowa, Havocs childhood wrestling fandom turned into his calling after watching Combat Zone Wrestlings ultra-violent brand of sports entertainment. Having come out of retirement at a benefit show for Matt Tremont's H2O Wrestling on October 6, 2019, Havoc was named as part of a Tokyo tour promoted by Game Changer Wrestling (GCW), where he was involved in tag team deathmatches. He was also an elite performer that entertained a generation of fans & inspired a generation of aspiring performers. He went to GCW after coming out of retirement. He made his CZW debut in 2005. The Iowa native was trained by Chris Hero,DJ Hyde,andMike Quackenbush. In the semi-finals, Havoc and Nick Gage advanced by beating Pinkie Sanchez and Greg Excellent in a fans bring the weapons match. If you're unfamiliar with Danny, he was profiled on an episode of Vice's The Wrestlers.. Dannys wife was my cousin. Two years after his final match, Havoc came out of retirement for a benefit show hosted by Matt Tremont's H2O Wrestling,[3] and returned to Game Changer Wrestling for their Tokyo tour in February 2020. Danny Javier's Cause of Death Danny passed away at the age of 75 years. THE FIRST TIME I WRESTLED FOR GCW HE KEPT US COMPANY AND WAS SUCH A GREAT PERSON. Do his choices match yours? 8:07 am, A wrestling star Grant Berkland also known as Danny Havoc has died aged 45, just two-months after his wife Brianne Morrow died. > WrestleMania, Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress, RAW: The Monday Night Messiah holds retirement ceremony for Rey Mysterio. WWE stars have flocked to social media to pay tribute to wrestler Danny Havoc after his death.. "He was also an elite performer that entertained a generation of fans & inspired a generation of aspiring performers.". Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter! Your email address will not be published. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. What the fuck?!?!? I was very honoured to have met and worked with and been friends with Danny Havoc, she posted on Facebook. Came close to wresting Danny once. Love you #RIPDannyHavoc pic.twitter.com/SY0xLGXnia, Clint Margera (@ClintMargera) June 1, 2020. This sparked a feud between the two that saw the return of long-missing CZW favorite, Scotty Vortekz, who had at different times been tag partners with both men. That auspicious debut led to huge success in CZW, where he would eventually go on to have a memorable feud with company owner JD Hyde, win two Tournament of Death tournaments, and have five championship reigns in both the singles and tag team divisions. I didnt know him well but all Ive ever heard about him throughout the years painted him as a passionate, kind-hearted guy. GCW let the wrestling world know that Grant Berkland AKA Danny Havoc had passed away.We can take a small comfort in knowing the entire wrestling community are sharing the same grief right now.Havoc was only 34years old and was extremely fondly remembered by most of the wrestling community, with Tegan Nox, Mustfa Ali, and others all reacted to his passing.Dean Ambrose Match 2020Jon Moxley match 2020Danny Havoc Match 2020 Ryan Clark. Sadly, the world's lost #DannyHavoc. PROFESSIONAL wrestling star Danny Havoc has died aged just 34. The familys all close and this has hit really hard. Wish it did. The news was first announced by Game Changer Wrestling. He lives in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, with his wife and son. We have bled together and loved this business together. GCW confirmed the sad news as they. In October of 2019, Havoc returned to the ring with H2O for a charity event, but the one-off turned into a return to active duty. WWE star Kevin Owens posted: Im so sorry for Danny Havocs family, friends and fans. R.I.P Danny. Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'. The first match I had, the ring was just littered with pieces of broken glass, he described. He made his CZW debut in the "Ultraviolent Rumble" at 2005's CZW Tournament of Death. Danny Havoc was a huge favourite and famous for his epic deathwatches in. Havoc's cause of death has not been released at this time. #RIP #DannyHavoc https://t.co/pY9o9j2YL8, ? Absolute genius who never got the credit he deserved. It was then confirmed by CZW officials that Havoc had officially retired from professional wrestling. The Japanese ace was regarded as one of the best up-and-coming wrestlers in the world and tipped for the top. The level of blood loss, and the amount of cuts was a bit of a shock. Several wrestlers and promotions reacted to the news. Im beyond privileged to been able to travel the world with him. Wrestling fans around their world will never forget you, & the wrestlers you paved the way 4 will never b able to thank u enough. He would go on to win multiple titles in the company and became a two-time Tournament of Death winner in both 2008 and 2013. "With a broken heart, the GCW family mourns the loss of Grant Berkland aka Danny Havoc," Game. The 34-year-old passed away at the weekend with his cause of death still unknown. Goddamnit am I gonna miss you GrantI didn't cry all night you did FUfyi : Danny Havoc was not just a fearless and creative performer but also a talented artist and graphic designer. We can take a small comfort in knowing the entire wrestling community are sharing the same grief right now.#RIPDannyHavoc pic.twitter.com/2AbDxYRb6I, ? He died suddenly. Nigerias representative in the 2023 Basketball Africa League (BAL), which dunks off on March 11 at the Dakar Arena, Kwara Falcons, has recruited Senegalese star, Khadim Rassoul Mboup, to help their cause in the competition. CZW released a heartfelt memorial for Havoc after learning of his passing. > Video Wrestling star Grant 'Danny Havoc' Berkland died at the age of 45 on June 1. In 2007, he won his first title in CZW, the CZW Junior Heavyweight Championship. Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news? Havocs death comes just a few weeks after WWE legend Shad Gaspard died after being dragged out to sea by a rip current off Venice Beach, California. Behind the curtain, Havoc was also credited with coming up with an initial design for the logo, and helping Tremont book some of the companys biggest shows. He passed away due to multiple illnesses. In 2005, after attending Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW) Cage of Death 6, he traveled to Philadelphia to find work with the company. "It got me booked all over the world. He was always the perfect underdog, told a great story, and elicited tons of reaction from the fans. [17] On February 5, at Art of War, Havoc teamed with Colon and Tremont against Kodaka, Kenji Fukimoto and Takashi Sasaki. [7] He defeated fellow CZW Academy graduate Andy Sumner with a Death Valley driver off the ring apron through a barbed-wire board propped up on two chairs outside the ring. Absolutely heartbroken. Stars from across the industry, including WWE and AEW paid tribute to him, along with fans alike. I wouldn't be who I am today without Danny Havoc. I love you, & will never forget you Grant!! He was an inspiration to so many and a friend to all and our hearts go out to his family and loved ones. (@Kimber_Lee90) June 1, 2020, One of the nicest dudes I've ever met .. R.I.P. At this time, the cause of his death are unknown, and funeral arrangements have not yet been publicly announced. (@TheSamiCallihan) June 1, 2020. According to GCW, Grant "Danny Havoc" Berkland passed away over the weekend. Danny Havoc was a huge favourite and famous for his epic deathwatches in Game Changer Wrestling (GCW) and Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW). Before his retirement in 2017, Havoc also found glory overseas where he competed in Big Japan Wrestling, another company specializing in Death Matches. Life is so short. [18] On February 15, at Run Rickey Run, Havoc faced SHLAK in a death match, replacing the injured Masashi Takeda. After training for a few months, Havoc made his debut in the student battle royal at Tournament of Death 4 on July 30, 2005. I remember the exact moment that I felt like I knew this was what I was going to do. He would make his debut the same year at Tournament of Death 4. ", Impact star Sami Callihan wrote, "Absolutely heartbroken. Kimber Lee ? Danny Javier's Wife, Daughter Javier was married or not we are not sure. Fucking hell. [9] On December 1, Havoc made it to the finals of IWA Deep South's "Carnage Cup" tournament before falling to Freakshow. Waking up to this has absolutely broken me. Grant Amos Berkland (May 19, 1986 May 31, 2020),[2] better known by his ring name Danny Havoc, was an American professional wrestler. Absolute genius who never got the credit he deserved. Danny Havoc: Light Tubes & Razor Board Match: CZW Once In a Lifetime Aug 5th 2017: This culminated in the 11th annual Cage of Death match, with Callihan winning and attempting to cut Havoc with a knife, only to be cut off by the returning Necro Butcher. Below is GCW's announcement: With a. He was awarded the Ultraviolent Underground Championship at Decision '08, after then-Champion Drake Younger, who also held the World Heavyweight Championship gave him the title, following a four-way match.[12]. Grant "Danny Havoc" Berkland. While Havoc may never have been a household name, and known primarily to the niche audience of Death Match wrestling, his mark on the industry by his peers and his fans are unquestionable. He also wrestled for Game Changer Wrestling (GCW), Westside Xtreme Wrestling (wXw), Big Japan Pro Wrestling (BJW), IWA Mid-South, IWA East Coast, and IWA Deep-South. Grant "Danny Havoc" Berkland. He was an inspiration to so many and a friend to all and our hearts go out to his family and loved ones.We can take a small comfort in knowing the entire wrestling community are sharing the same grief right now.#RIPDannyHavoc pic.twitter.com/2AbDxYRb6I, CZW Combat Zone Wrestling (@combatzone) June 1, 2020. GCW Danny Havoc's Wisconsin Death Trip Aug 20th 2017: Conor Claxton: def. He was also an elite performer that entertained a generation of fans & inspired a generation of aspiring performers", "Danny Havoc: From Wreaking Havoc in the CZW to Dying at 34! Reach out to your loved one. ? PS. A number of WWE stars flocked to social media to pay tribute to the much-loved performer - real name Grant Berkland. I was sitting on my couch watching a CZW show. He's also written for Pro Wrestling Illustrated, WrestleZone, The Windsor Star, and other publications. Danny Havoc was trained by Mike Quakenbush, DJ Hyde, and Chris Hero. The Bunny (@AllieWrestling) June 1, 2020, I met Danny the first time I went to H20. Havoc, real name Grant Berkland, was a big name in the wrestling community and became famous for his epic deathmatches in Game Changer Wrestling and Combat Zone Wrestling. ", Brady could star in 'Netflix roast' while still 'trying to win back Gisele', Stephen A told 'fix your face and listen' by ESPN guest after fiery debate, OnlyFans star and ex-racing driver Renee Gracie drives fans wild in bikini snaps, Brady admirer Veronika Rajek almost spills out of plunging black jumpsuit, 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. 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