Sad news to report early this Wednesday morning as Nelson Frazier Jr., better known by his WWE name’s Mabel and Viscera, passed away on Tuesday after suffering a massive heart attack.
The news was first reported by his agent Eric Simms late Tuesday night.
“I hate to be the bearer of bad news but I just got off the phone with Big Daddy V’s wife,” Simms said. “He had a massive heart attack and passed away today. He was 43 years old”
Frazier as Mabel for WWE circa 1995 © WWE
Working on and off for the WWE over a 15-year span from 1993-2008, Frazier was a massive individual who knew how to use his size to make him a very good performer in the ring. He was never the best, but he always gave 110% every time he stepped foot inside the squared circle. Fansided offers our deepest condolences to the Frazier family as they go through this very difficult time. Below you can check out a video of Frazier winning the King of the Ring in 1995.
Reaction to his passing has since been pouring in for the former WWE King of the Ring.
Nelson Frazier/Big V has died.This really hurts!He was one of the good guys, and was always a great mentor and supportive. I Love U BigV RIP
— Chris Masters (@ChrisAdonis) February 19, 2014
As I hear of the passing of my friend Nelson Frazier aka Viscera/Mabel/Big Daddy V, I'm seeing a montage of really good times. My Man, RIP!
— MVP (@The305MVP) February 19, 2014
I am shocked & so sad. Mabel, Viscera, Big Daddy V (Nelson Frazier) passed away. He was a good friend. He just celebrated his 43Bday
— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) February 19, 2014
Damn! Just heard the news Big V had passed on. Seriously one great man,always life of the party making others laugh.Will DEF be very missed!
— Matt Morgan (@BPmattmorgan) February 19, 2014
Loved riding with & hanging out w Viscera..one of the nicest guys I've ever met. RIP http://t.co/0ek43QEQj5
— Justin Roberts (@JustinRoberts) February 19, 2014
RIP Nelson you were a friend.
— Kevin Nash (@RealKevinNash) February 19, 2014
We will bring you more on his untimely passing as it is available.