We are sad to report that longtime professional wrestling promoter, producer, announcer, and commentator Joe Pedicino passed away last Sunday April 12th, 2020. He was 70 years old. Pedicino was involved with bringing coverage to a number of wrestling promotions throughout his illustrious career, including WCW, AWA, WWF, and the NWA.
Speaking of the NWA…they tweeted out the following statement and video of Pedicino in action: “The National Wrestling Alliance is saddened to learn of the passing of Joe Pedicino. We send our thoughts and prayers to his friends and family. in the 80s, Joe created and produced the syndicated show “Pro Wrestling This Week” which provided national coverage of the NWA.”
The National Wrestling Alliance is saddened to learn of the passing of Joe Pedicino. We send our thoughts and prayers to his friends and family.
in the 80s, Joe created and produced the syndicated show "Pro Wrestling This Week" which provided national coverage of the NWA. pic.twitter.com/WcOMKIVZdO
— NWA (@nwa) April 20, 2020
Our condolences to the friends and family of the departed. Rest in power Pedicino.
