WWE King of the Ring Creator Eddie Andelman Passes Away
Eddie Andelman has passed away at the age of 89.
Andelman is a member of the Massachusetts Broadcasters Hall of Fame, creating “Sports Huddle,” a live and interactive sports show on WEEI in 1969.
His passing was announced by his sons.
In the wrestling world, Andelman is credited with creating the WWE King of the Ring tournament, partnering with Vince McMahon in 1985 for the first tournament. The 1985 and 1986 tournaments were both held at Sullivan Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The concept started as a charity show where the proceeds were donated to multiple children’s non-profits.
Andelman said in a 2022 interview with The Lapsed Fan that the first event raised more than $100,000.
He also worked with the AWA for a Wrestling for A Cure charity event in 1985.
