Jimmy Rave, a former pro wrestler, survived by his ex-wife Felicia and his children, died 39 following addiction.
Jimmy Rave wrestled for Ring of Honor, IMPACT, New Japan Pro Wrestling, Dragon Gate, and Combat Zone Wrestling before being forced to retire in November 2020.
Rave stated both of his legs had been amputated after acquiring MRSA less than two months ago.
The American, whose real name is James Guffey, had already lost his left arm, forcing him to retire from the sport, and then contracted Covid shortly after.
AEW joins the wrestling world in mourning the passing of Jimmy Rave. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and his fans. pic.twitter.com/WYeRzNEs0I
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) December 13, 2021
Throughout his illustrious career, he worked for a variety of wrestling platforms.
After battling in the ring for more than two decades, he established a solid reputation.
The news broke out that the wrestler had passed away owing to several health issues.
Who Is Felicia? Meet Jimmy Rave Wife
Felicia is the ex-wife of the late Jimmy Rave. They had two children from their former marriage.
Jimmy Rave didn’t have a wife, but he was living with his fiancee Gabby Gilbert at his death.
Rave has a daughter from a previous marriage named Kailah and James II’s son.
Apparently it’s time for me to come clean. This past June I began having trouble walking & went to my surgeon. He determined I had MRSA in both legs & they needed to be amputated immediately. Promoters can tell you along with my peers, I’ve had a history w/this and would cancel pic.twitter.com/OnU2LgrKQt
— Jimmy Rave (@TheJimmyRave) October 24, 2021
For a few years, they were separated. After that, the wrestler engaged a fellow wrestler, Gilbert, and moved to Philadelphia to live with her.
Jimmy had not shared much information related to his former wife, Felicia. So there is no information about the reason behind their separation. However, during the wrestler’s demise, his ex-wife and children were beside him.
How Old Is Felicia? Know Her Age
Felicia has not disclosed information related to her age. However, her ex-husband Jimmy Rave was 39 when he died.
So we can estimate that Felicia should also be in the age range of 35-40.
Jimmy Rave, a professional wrestler, was known as James’. His career began in 1999 and lasted more than two decades.
He won the NWA World Junior Heavyweight Championship twice. He teamed up with Lance (Hoyt) Rock as the ‘Rock and Rave Infection’ in Total Non-Stop Action Wrestling.
Jimmy Rave Kids Details
Jimmy Rave has two children from a prior relationship: Kailah, a girl, and James II, a son. Rave remarked regarding his children in his Twitter statement.
Jimmy Rave was the son of Jim and Toni Guffey. Meanwhile, his family must be difficult due to his untimely demise.
I came up in a time where it was difficult to get noticed if you were a Pro Wrestler in the south. Id like to think that the SCI helped shed some light on the South & the amazing talent it has. Good luck to this year’s participants! You don’t know how hard that weekend was for me pic.twitter.com/2BRBMlWH3Q
— Jimmy Rave (@TheJimmyRave) August 6, 2021
Rave was born to American parents and had an interest in professional wrestling as a child, which led to his career following in his footsteps.
It is unknown if the late athlete has additional family members than his parents and children.