Roman Reigns, The Head of the Table, has paid tribute to Afa Anoa’i, one-half of the Wild Samoans who passed away at the age of 81. Afa Anoai’s son Samu had confirmed the demise of his father on August 16.
The Original Tribal Chief took to his Twitter/X account and shared a tribute to Afa Anoa’i. He also expressed gratitude to the WWE Universe for showing support during this difficult time.
“Our family has suffered another great loss with the passing of my uncle and WWE Hall of Famer, Gataivasā Afa Amituana’i Anoa’i. We thank everyone for their support and are comforted by the fact that he now rests in peace. Afa and my father, Pola’ivao Leati Sika Anoa’I were loving brothers, the greatest tag team of their generation, and now they’re reunited together in heaven. Rest in Power Wild Samoans.”
Our family has suffered another great loss with the passing of my uncle and WWE Hall of Famer, Gataivasā Afa Amituana'i Anoa'i. We thank everyone for their support and are comforted by the fact that he now rests in peace. Afa and my father, Pola’ivao Leati Sika Anoa’I were…
— Roman Reigns (@WWERomanReigns) August 16, 2024
Afa’s daughter, Vale Anoa’i, also shared a statement on her father’s passing. The memory of a great man is being celebrated, and tributes will continue.
Afa Anoa’i was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame alongside his brother Sika in 2007. His last WWE appearance was at the WWE Hell in a Cell 2020 alongside Sika when they acknowledged Roman Reigns as their Tribal Chief.
