Unfortunate news was shared Thursday when Tommy "Tiny" Lister passed away.
Formerly portraying roles such as Zeus in WWF, Z-Gangsta in WCW and Deebo in the "Friday" film franchise, Lister left an impact on the world of wrestling. Many wrestling personalities paid their respects upon hearing the news.
WWE is saddened to learn that Tom "Tiny" Lister, known as Zeus to the WWE Universe, passed away today at age 62.https://t.co/ZhueFZ2hDw
— WWE (@WWE) December 11, 2020
1989 was when I became a wrestling "super fan." Zeus was one of my first and favorite memories. #RIP pic.twitter.com/va6kC4bTFu
— Conrad the Mortgage Guy (@HeyHeyItsConrad) December 11, 2020
Our thoughts go out to the friends, family and fans of Thomas “Tiny” Lister, fondly known to many wrestling fans as Zeus. pic.twitter.com/NqqyXe8Di2
— Something to Wrestle with Bruce Prichard (@PrichardShow) December 11, 2020
If I see you in the NXT parking lot tomorrow, I’m taking your chain. It seems like the right thing to do. RIP Deebo.
— Malcolm (@Malcolmvelli) December 11, 2020
Rest in Peace, Zues. Gone too soon.. pic.twitter.com/kgCIQGk8wt
— Danny Cage (@TheDannyCage) December 11, 2020
R.I.P. to Tommy 'Tiny' Lister, also known as Zeus in @WWE. pic.twitter.com/BMlYaY2Wjy
— WWE on FOX (@WWEonFOX) December 11, 2020
Dammit!! From Zeus to Deebo to President Lindberg, dude played some iconic roles. Thank you for all the entertainment. https://t.co/dHVf9UgcGJ
— Hurricane Helms (@ShaneHelmsCom) December 11, 2020
No Holds Barred & Friday are forever two of my favorite movies.
— Gregory Iron (@GregoryIron) December 11, 2020
Ride that red beach cruiser up into Heaven, big man. --
RIP Zeus / Deebo pic.twitter.com/vgszRDuLym
Fightful would like to extend our condolences to the friends, family and fans of Tiny Lister.
