WWE Issues Statement On Jim Crockett Jr. Passing Away WWE has released a statement on legendary pro wrestling promoter Jim Crockett Jr. passing away at the age of 76. As noted, Crockett Jr. passed away Wednesday just days after he went into hospice care with kidney and liver issues. Through the statement, WWE credited Crockett Jr. for championing the careers of WWE Hall of Famers such as Ric Flair, Ricky Steamboat and The Road Warriors, and for helping Jim Crockett Promotions [JCP] grow its footprint to territories across the United States. See below to read the full statement: WWE is saddened to learn that Jim Crockett Jr. passed away at the age of 76.