WWE Hall of Famer Sika Anoa'i, father of superstar wrestler Roman Reigns, has passed away peacefully at the age of 79 years old (1945-2024).
WWE is saddened to learn that Sika Anoa’i, a WWE Hall of Famer, one-half of The Wild Samoans tag team and father of Roman Reigns, has passed away.
WWE extends its condolences to Anoa’i’s family, friends and fans. pic.twitter.com/rY2LZznoVZ
— WWE (@WWE) June 25, 2024
The news was announced by Anoai's nephew, Jahrus Anoa'i, as he wrote a long post on Instagram, in which he honored his uncle.
"He was many things: a hard working father, a caring brother, a supportive uncle, and a proud grandfather... He was a cherished friend to many, a loving family member whose warmth and kindness knew no bounds, and an inspiration to countless individuals... His legacy will continue to inspire and uplift future generations, reminding us of the impact one person's life can have on so many. Rest in love Uncle Sika."
Reigns also paid tribute to his father.
My family and I thank everyone for the outpouring of support in the name of my father, Pola'ivao Leati Sika Anoa’i, who will forever be remembered as one half of The Wild Samoans tag team. My father had a profound impact on my entire family and we are forever grateful for the…
— Roman Reigns (@WWERomanReigns) June 26, 2024
"My father had a profound impact on my entire family and we are forever grateful for the foundation he built for us," Reigns wrote. "There's no way to fill the void left by his passing but my sisters and I will do our best to represent him and his legacy."
The last time Roman Reigns mentioned his father's name in WWE was in such an intense way.
"The Greatest Tag Team of All Time, Afa and Sika, The Wild Samoans".
Today this is so heavy. 💔 pic.twitter.com/dquHJ4f8v4
— tribal chief ☝🏻🩸 | Fan Account (@luireigns) June 25, 2024
Notably, Sika and his brother Afa, were the notorious tag team duo known as "The Wild Samoans," and were seen as trailblazers for wrestlers from Samoa, that are fighting in the sport today.
They were ruthless,vicious,yet cagey and agile at the same time,attributes which carried them to greatness.the three-time WWF World Tag Team Champions Afa and Sika,The Wild Samoans pic.twitter.com/a1PAVkYKVS
— Rasslin' History 101 (@WrestlingIsKing) May 25, 2023
