WWE Superstar Shad Gaspard is being remembered today on the first anniversary since his tragic death.

Da Beast, as he was known to fans was caught in a rip current on May 17, 2020 at Venice Beach along with a group of other swimmers. Gaspard was swimming with his young son, Aryeh Gaspard. 

When lifeguards attempted to rescue the swimmers, Gaspard made it clear that his son should be rescued first. Gaspard was washed under the sea. The U.S. Coast Guard began a search for and on May 20, 2020, Gaspard’s body washed ashore in Venice Beach.

R.I.P Shad Gaspard January 13, 1981 – May 17, 2020.

A collection of the most entertaining moments and best matches of Shad’s career in WWE as a member of Cryme Tyme alongside JTG.