Jim Herd Passed Away In October At The Age Of 87

Former WCW executive Jim Herd passed away at the age of 87.

Conrad Thompson first reported the news of Herd’s passing, saying it happened in October.

Herd served as the Executive Vice President of World Championship Wrestling from 1988 to 1992 after Turner Broadcasting acquired Jim Crockett Promotions.

Herd was often criticized for his ideas that made television, many of which were tied to larger vehicles like movies or other celebrities, but was integral in WCW landing promotional deals and growing as a business.

He famously tried to give Ric Flair a Spartacus gimmick, and fired Flair in 1991. He resigned from his position as Executive Vice President on January 8, 1992, and largely stayed out of the wrestling spotlight outside of rare interview appearances.

Fightful sends condolences to the family, friends, and fans of Mr. Herd.