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Joseph James, better known to fans as WWE Hall Of Famer ‘Bullet’ Bob Armstrong has passed away at the age of 80.
His son, ‘Road Dogg’ Brian James issued a statement on Thursday, announcing his father had died.
It is with a very heavy heart we announce the passing of our Father and @WWE Hall of Famer “Bullet” Bob Armstrong. Information regarding funeral arrangements will come at a later date.
It is with a very heavy heart we announce the passing of our Father and @WWE Hall of Famer “Bullet” Bob Armstrong. Information regarding funeral arrangements will come at a later date.
— Brian G. James (@BrianRDJames) August 28, 2020
Following the announcement, WWE issued a statement
WWE is saddened to learn that “Bullet” Bob Armstrong, a WWE Hall of Famer and patriarch of the legendary Armstrong wrestling family, has passed away at age 80.
Bob Armstrong debuted as a wrestler in 1960, gaining popularity throughout the Southeastern United States, particularly in Georgia and Alabama.
He has won championships in a number of promotions including Mid-South /Georgia Championship Wrestling, NWA Mid-America, NWA Tri-State, Global Championship Wrestling, and Southeastern Championship Wrestling
In 1988, Armstrong went into semi-retirement, making appearances for various promotions including Smoky Mountain Wrestling, WCW, and TNA.
Bob Armstrong was inducted in the WWE Hall Of Fame in 2011.
All of his sons worked in the professional wrestling business, including Brad Armstrong, ‘Road Dogg’ Brian James, Scott Armstrong, and Steve Armstrong.