We have lost one of the most iconic referees in professional wrestling, Dave Hebner, at the age of 73. Pro wrestling fans are shattered upon hearing the tragic news.

Dave Hebner worked as a referee in WWE for over three decades. His death was reported on Friday by his son Brian Hebner.

Dave Hebner is the twin brother of another legendary referee Earl Hebner. Dave’s family reported that he was suffering from multiple diseases and one among them was Parkinson’s Disease. The family of the veteran referee also noted that his health had been deteriorating over the past few years.

Dave Hebner was involved in one of the most famous storylines in WWE back in 1988. It was The Main Event on NBC where we saw a WrestleMania III rematch between Hulk Hogan and Andre the Giant. The match was for Hogan’s WWF World Championship. Towards the closing stages of the match, Dave Hebner counted to three very swiftly as Andre stole the victory. Hogan was in shock. However, his shock intensified when another referee made his way to the ring, and he was Dave’s doppelganger.

RIP Dave Hebner

"How can there be two Dave Hebners?" pic.twitter.com/GIdZPYXVvf

— On This Day in WWE (@OTD_in_WWE) June 17, 2022

Eventually, it was revealed that the imposter referee was none other than Earl Hebner. Dave and Earl both worked as referees in WWE and later in TNA. A knee replacement forced Dave to retire as a referee and he began to work as a road agent.

Twitter reactions to Dave Hebner’s demise

Fans have been sending their condolences to Dave Hebner’s family. In this section, we will take a look at some of the tweets from the fans.

RIP Dave Hebner. You and Earl were the supporting cast members to so many memorable moments. #RIPDAVE https://t.co/Cjlr38oTPT

— TheMogwai (@josephhartman00) June 18, 2022

When we were kids, we came from School as fast as possible just to watch @WWE on TV. We saw how good referee he was. #RIP #DaveHebner pic.twitter.com/wIXPzUcW3b

— Birajit Debbarma © (@bekarborok) June 18, 2022

RIP Dave Hebner he was 73 This was confirmed on Friday he was battling Siri is medical Ailments such as parkinson's And dementia Rest in peace Dave You will be greatly missed but strongly remembered For your time with WWF Impact wrestling and many more God-bless you

— 🦼Richard Fielding🦼 (@wrestlingcafe) June 18, 2022

RIP legendary wrestling ref Dave Hebner #RIPDaveHebner

— Matt Hoade (@matthoade) June 18, 2022

R.I.P. Dave Hebner
The twin referee storyline was one of the best. #RIPDaveHebner pic.twitter.com/9RKN3cAmxe

— AVHCBeaver (@AvhcBeaver) June 18, 2022

Every major star in both major promotions is hurt, quitting, or holding out….Vince stepped down…Dave hebner died….the wrasslin world is in peril

— my life matters (@TheeCliffPaul) June 18, 2022

RIP Dave Hebner. This was one of the most memorable moments in television from my childhood. 💔 pic.twitter.com/tfUHbgffvh

— Mark Warburton (@markwarburton72) June 18, 2022

https://twitter.com/TLHolley2/status/1538031958634033160

Deepest condolences go to the Hebner family. Dave Hebner was there when I started my love affair with wrestling.

— The most roguish of heels. (@Rogue_Heel) June 18, 2022

Pic of me and hercules. However, the shoulder behind me was Dave hebner. I asked for his auto and pic too and he asked why, said he wasn’t the ref he’s just an agent. I said you’re still important and he smiled and signed it. I’ll have to find the pic and auto now. Rip Dave. pic.twitter.com/OX1qaKEVgJ

— Jason Wulf (@artofjasonwulf) June 18, 2022

We would like to share our deepest condolences in this tough moment for the Hebner family. Thank you for your contribution to pro wrestling Mr. Hebner.

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