Bob Caudle, Longtime Voice of Mid-Atlantic Wrestling, Dies at 95

Overview

• Fightful reported on Nov. 16 that Caudle died in his sleep at 95, according to his son Mike.
• He became the signature voice of Jim Crockett Promotions’ Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling in the late 1950s, later calling Smoky Mountain Wrestling and appearing at NWA reunion shows.
• He was known for his warm, no-nonsense style, opening broadcasts with “Hello wrestling fans…” and signing off with “So long for now.”
• Ric Flair, Jim Ross, and NWA owner Billy Corgan shared public tributes praising his influence and professionalism.
• AEW, NWA, and MLW issued statements mourning his death, and his family survivors include three children, seven grandchildren, and twelve great-grandchildren.