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As PWInsider.com noted earlier, former NWA Champion Jax Dane passed away on Christmas Day. With the news of his passing coming out late in the day yesterday, a number of those in the pro wrestling world paid tribute to Dane on social media. I apologize for this taking so long to make it to the site but I was en route to WWE in NYC when we learned of Dane's passing and just returned home. Our deepest sympathies are with his family, friends and fans:
The National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) is heartbroken to announce the passing of Jeremy "Jax Dane" Laymon.
— NWA (@nwa) December 26, 2024
Born March 10, 1976, Dane left us on Christmas Day, December 25, 2024, due to complications from a heart attack suffered in late November. Dane is survived by his wife… pic.twitter.com/wDMzRJxeNc
Wrestling aside, @TheJaxDane was an awesome friend. Hearing the news of his passing is devastating. I’ve not met too many people in my field who agreed with my world views and ways, but he sure did. He was the most gentle giant, always empathetic and true. A real champion in and… pic.twitter.com/a88wm4lEIe
— David Marquez (@CWFHMarquez) December 26, 2024
Jax Dane…legit one of my favorite human beings, even laughed when I stole his gear to take promo pics as him in it (laughing thinking of it now.) A man with heart that matched his muscle, If there’s an afterlife, he’s going to be its champion. Dane Event….here’s to you brotha. pic.twitter.com/idT7iTfJdu
— Kyle "Durden" Davis (@KyleDavisATL) December 26, 2024
.@TheJaxDane was a total gentleman, a teddy bear, and a great presence in the locker room. A truly good man. His family are in my prayers.
— Nick Aldis (@RealNickAldis) December 27, 2024
Goodbye my friend. RIP.
RIP JAX DANE...He was one of the first vets I worked with when I got to the NWA, and he never treated me like the greenboy that I was. A true vet, true professional, and overall good dude. I remember I joked around about powerbombing him on the concrete and he told me pic.twitter.com/paUe4OTLAN
— Slice Boogie (@SliceBoogie) December 26, 2024
Friend, mentor, absolute professional in and out of the ring, and loyalist who went out of his way to support and rebuild the NWA of today, Jax Dane loved professional wrestling deeply and he certainly loved those he fought and rode with. I know I speak for all of the National… https://t.co/5JsrtJyJ0u
— William Patrick Corgan (@Billy) December 26, 2024
The world lost an incredible person - Jax Dane. He was a former NWA World's Heavyweight Champion, and he was a true professional through and through. Jax was an even better human being though. He came to WLW in March of this year, and his impression still is here today.
— NWA World League Wrestling & Harley Race Academy (@worldleaguewlw) December 26, 2024
Jax… pic.twitter.com/CsfeHmkqun
Absolutely devastated to hear of the passing of this sweet man @TheJaxDane such a great guy and wrestler. We love ya Jax and will be missed. #RIPJax #NWA pic.twitter.com/XFZYRBBtj3
— REBEL (@RebelTanea) December 27, 2024
The world, not just the wrestling business, lost a truly good human being in Jax Dane.
— OVW Wrestling (@ovwrestling) December 27, 2024
Jax will be missed as a friend, as a father, as a husband, and as a brother in the wrestling business.
We all send our sincerest condolences to Jax’s family and many friends who will feel the… pic.twitter.com/ae1IXAK6ER
RIP Jax Dane pic.twitter.com/kgRaztdEDH
— “The Big LG” Doc Gallows (@The_BigLG) December 26, 2024
My Guy!! #JaxDane pic.twitter.com/zxWjYUQIlF
— The Church’s Money™️ (@Jeez215) December 26, 2024
in disbelief about you man Jax Dane…damn
— Ricky Starks (@starkmanjones) December 27, 2024
Horrible news. RIP Jax Dane. https://t.co/DQkuw8e8ua
— Matt Cardona (@TheMattCardona) December 26, 2024
RIP #JaxDane
— ecIII (@therealec3) December 27, 2024
Whether it is in or out of a ring, Jeremy is one of the most well respected (and respectful) men I’ve had pleasure of calling both a colleague and a friend.
As a #vet, Jeremy cared deeply about our craft. He was accomplished, tough, the right amount of grizzled,… https://t.co/zIoCk3rKSV
Jax Dane was universally loved in every locker room we ever shared. He was the first to praise you and also the first to tell you if you were fuckin up. He wanted the best for everyone. Pro Wrestling needs more people like Jax Dane, sadly today, we have one less. pic.twitter.com/J6PpaR3ld6
— DRAPER (@MileHighMagnum) December 26, 2024
This is a really hard one. @TheJaxDane was such a kind, fun, very nice man. A hard worker, leader behind-the-scenes and extremely friendly gentleman, I had the utmost respect and appreciation for him. The entire @NWA Family will miss him tremendously. https://t.co/3FKaO4tWpB pic.twitter.com/lpqrATa9ZX
— Pollo Del Mar - Instagram.com/PolloDelMarFans (@TheGlamazonPDM) December 26, 2024
RIP #JaxDane
— Dustin Rhodes (@dustinrhodes) December 27, 2024
He was a light much needed in this world.
Jax Dane was loved by everybody who met him. When he told me one day that he appreciated the level of respect I showed him and the locker room, that felt like I'd really accomplished something.
— Gary Horne (@thisisgaryhorne) December 26, 2024
Few people can be so kind while looking that tough.
I'm grateful to have known him. https://t.co/VOkzi8czI3
Jax Dane
— 1 Called Manders ワン・コールド・マンダース (@1called_manders) December 26, 2024
Great man
Bad mofo
Honor to work him
See you on the other side my friend RIP❤️
The wrestling world is once again hit with sad news, the Cauliflower Alley Club sends our sincerest condolences to the family, friends and fans of former NWA World Champion Jax Dane. May the memories of the good times carry you through this most difficult one. R.I.P. Mr Laymon.. pic.twitter.com/zU9q3sJFNB
— Cauliflower Alley Club (@CACReunion) December 26, 2024
This one truly hurts. Jeremy “Jax Dane” Laymon was a good man. I met him 20 years ago here in TN and we have wrestled each other many times around the country. He was such a powerhouse in the ring (& would throw me around with ease haha), and I am thankful to have shared some… pic.twitter.com/Vyz8sHxxgS
— ???????????????????????? (@sigmonwrestling) December 26, 2024
Jax Dane was a good man! He was a privilege to work with and a honor to know him.
— Dave Lagana (@Lagana) December 26, 2024
Stunned and saddened to hear of his passing.
My thoughts are with his family. pic.twitter.com/hlk13hTTxZ
The TrillerTV team is devastated with the news and sends their condolences to the NWA, Jeremy Laymon "Jax Dane," and his family and friends. RIP Jax ❤️ https://t.co/w59Paikcty
— TrillerTV (@FiteTV) December 26, 2024
RIP JAX DANE
— MOOSE™️ (@TheMooseNation) December 27, 2024
RIP Jax Dane.
— Robert Stone (@MrStoneWWE) December 27, 2024
I remember wrestling him in Texoma, TX yrs. ago and enjoying it.
A great guy gone too soon.
RIP Jax Dane ????
— Truth Magnum of The Outrunners (@TruthMagnum) December 27, 2024
A real good dude
???? Jax you were the first person to greet me when I came to NWA 70 with a joke and hug and when wrestling took me on a different path you were one of first to text me. My heart goes out to his wife and son! You will be missed Big man. ???? https://t.co/pMCNbnAiky
— Parrow (@Parrow_) December 27, 2024
Rip jax. Was always soo kind. Sending love to all family and friends during this difficult time https://t.co/JphCJdEMGX
— Athena is ROH and All Elite! (@AthenaPalmer_FG) December 26, 2024
Rest in Power Dax.. peace to your friends and family. https://t.co/NsbOZYTela
— RIGGS (@realscottyriggs) December 26, 2024
One of the kindest and hardest workers in the business, taken far too young
— Royce Isaacs • ロイスアイザックス (@RoyceIsaacs) December 26, 2024
RIP Jax https://t.co/rmKq2Rh6Ml
My heart is broke. One of the first big guys to take me in.
— Kenzie Paige (@KenziePaige_1) December 26, 2024
Please pray for the family. ????❤️ https://t.co/jiIrBrpuWC
There’s not much more I can add to this other than @TheJaxDane was my friend and I’m gonna miss him. I’ll be saving those silly ass texts messages forever. RIP buddy. https://t.co/l8tZtXqIU9
— Hurricane Helms (@ShaneHelmsCom) December 26, 2024
My heart hurts to read this. ????
— The Professional ???? (@RhettTitusANX) December 26, 2024
What a nice guy Ajax was. My thoughts, prayers, & condolences are with his family.
Rest in Peace sir. ❤️ https://t.co/IU5WnJd7z2
Rest In Peace Jax.....way too soon https://t.co/q8V21JTNsP
— Brian Heffron aka The Blue Meanie (@BlueMeanieBWO) December 26, 2024
RIP to one of the best brothers. https://t.co/DgGpJ5qFlf pic.twitter.com/Utu99tQ5yH
— DANNY DEALZ (@TonyLucassio) December 26, 2024
I've known Jax since the beginning of my career. From day 1 he was always supportive and helpful. He'd always greet me with a smile and a hug. We needed people like him. He will be deeply missed. RIP. https://t.co/4BRygYXtdT pic.twitter.com/JcbpOGtUUM
— マックス・ジ・インペイラー (@_theyaremax_) December 26, 2024
Great guy, passionate got to work with him in Impact always wanted to learn more. always in a jovial mood...#RIP https://t.co/9FjiPbyxgp
— Konnan (@Konnan5150) December 26, 2024
Jeremy and I started in OVW over 20 years ago, and he was always nice to be around. I enjoyed working with and against him. My thoughts are with his family. #RIPJAX https://t.co/vOLFgA7vUX
— Armando Estrada (@RealArmandoHaHa) December 26, 2024
So incredibly sad ???? Jax was always a very kind gentleman and was loved by everyone who knew him ???????? RIP my friend. https://t.co/qbIjKksxSj
— Lauren/Angelina Love (@ActualALove) December 26, 2024
Always a sweetheart during my time working there. ???? Rest well, Jax. https://t.co/q0CJ47vnzH
— Lady Frost (@RealLadyFrost) December 26, 2024
Very sad news. Jax welcomed The Bruiser & I with open arms into the NWA locker room. He was an absolute pleasure to be around. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and close friends. https://t.co/THCfcY0BmB
— Brian Milonas (@brianmilonas) December 27, 2024
Heartbroken to hear about the passing of Jax on Christmas Day. Jax Dane was such a beloved guy by everyone who he worked with that I’ve spoken to, and he always treated greenhorn young-boy Walker like gold when we interacted. A good man gone, send love to his family. ???? https://t.co/z6BK2ah3ye
— Walker Stewart (ウォーカー・スチュワート) (@VelvetVoiceWS) December 27, 2024
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