Former WWE referee Tim White died at the age of 68, the wrestling company announced on Sunday. 

WWE paid tribute to White, who worked in the wrestling industry for almost 25 years.

 “WWE is saddened to learn that long-time referee Tim White has passed away. For more than two decades, Tim White was a dedicated WWE referee and official. White began his illustrious career in 1985 working with Andre the Giant and as a part-time referee,” WWE said in a statement, according to a report by Metro UK.

“WWE extends its condolences to White’s family, friends and fans,” the company added.

Soon after making his on-screen appearances, White played a vital role in some of the most iconic bouts in WWE, such as the Hell In A Cell match, which witnessed The Undertaker and Mankind lock horns in the King of the Ring tournament in 1998. 

Condoling White’s death on Twitter, WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Micheals wrote, “Saddened to hear about both Dave Hebner and Tim White. Both incredible men I was privileged to spend time with in and out of the ring. My thoughts are with their families.”

On the other hand, American wrestling professional Ettore Ewen, popularly known as Big E, shared a picture of himself with White.

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“I lit up every time I saw this man! Tim White often was the man tasked with shepherding us at appearances and conventions the last several years,” Ewen wrote. 

“He was always extraordinarily kind and warm. I will miss you, my friend. My deepest condolences to his family and friends,” he added. 

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White’s death comes two days after the demise of his fellow referee Dave Hebner, who died at the age of 73 on Friday.