A short time ago, Jim Ross announced on his Twitter that a few hours ago (as of time of writing) that Bobby “The Brain” Heenan has passed away at the age of 73.
The news of Bobby "The Brain" Heenan's passing today gutted me.
I loved our time together.
No one ever did it better than the Wease.
— Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) September 17, 2017
He is survived by his wife Cynthia, daughter Jessica and grandson Austin.
Update: Article has been updated to reflect his correct age.