Member of the MMA community react to the passing of UFC middleweight Josh Samman.
On Wednesday, the MMA community lost a great person in Josh Samman. He was a successful UFC fighter, an incredibly gifted writer, and a friend of many people at this site and around the sport. As expected, many people had many nice things to say about Josh, and here’s a sampling of what those in the community posted on social media following his passing. Josh was just 28 years old.
Everyone at Bloody Elbow passes on their condolences to his family at this time. Rest in peace, Josh.
My time with you will always be cherished. May you rest in peace my friend. @joshsamman pic.twitter.com/v10ZaJB87E
— Michael Chiesa (@MikeMav22) October 5, 2016
Very sad. Rest in peace old teammate / Muito triste descanse em paz @joshsamman pic.twitter.com/IF5lVkY8dj
— Amanda Nunes (@Amanda_Leoa) October 5, 2016
This is just brutal. Such a talented guy. Rest In Peace Josh. #RIPJosh https://t.co/srKHaZ5eu2
— Stipe Miocic (@stipemiocicufc) October 5, 2016
RIP Josh Samman pic.twitter.com/N265OBRLlQ
— Dana White (@danawhite) October 5, 2016
RIP Josh Samman. You were a great guy to Brook & I while we were promoting you in XFC. Always ready to interview,… https://t.co/0a8QdZqdZD
— TJ Alcock (@Talcock24) October 5, 2016
Josh Samman badly wanted to work in TV and we talked about it a lot. He hoped to get an audition @ FOX soon. Regret we never got that done.
— Jon Anik (@Jon_Anik) October 5, 2016
Gonna miss my friend. Huge heart and he opened it for most everyone. Rest in peace, bud. 🙁 https://t.co/2q5AH3EIPt
— Jon Anik (@Jon_Anik) October 5, 2016
No bs. I interacted with Josh more than almost any other fighter. Was perhaps the smartest, most thoughtful person I dealt with in the biz https://t.co/m2amWtZ5tM
— John S. Nash (@heynottheface) October 5, 2016
I was fortunate to spend some time with Josh Samman. I really enjoyed getting to know him. My condolences to his family.
— Brandon Gibson (@SixGunGibson) October 5, 2016
Shocking news, Josh Samman passed away.
We had him on Inside MMA and he talked about his rocky life and his new… https://t.co/frqaoi8dSR— Bas Rutten (@BasRuttenMMA) October 5, 2016
Met @JoshSamman twice, once pre weighins and once at the fights. And both times his energy was high and attitude uplifting. #ripsamman #ufc
— Corey Anderson UFC (@CoreyA_MMA) October 5, 2016
~RIP brother!! We will finish our match in heaven or perhaps in another life. May GOD protect & bless ur family Oss~ https://t.co/GkbEI3FvjF
— Oluwale Bamgbose (@HolyWarAngelMMA) October 5, 2016
Exactly this. Josh Samman was extremely smart and genuinely nice. I considered him a friend, and he honestly inspired me in many ways. https://t.co/Y9UicKp1u8
— Anton Tabuena (@antontabuena) October 5, 2016
Josh Samman made his mark on the sport and will truly be missed. #RIPJoshSamman https://t.co/qpN9yrif1L
— #UFC204 (@ufc) October 5, 2016
Saddened to hear of the death of Josh Samman. May he Rest In Power. Condolences to his family and friends. #RIPJoshSamman
— Mauro Ranallo (@mauroranallo) October 5, 2016
Josh Samman’s positive energy and his big smile were contagious. He was always so kind & thoughtful whenever he interacted with any of us.
— Megan Olivi (@MeganOlivi) October 5, 2016
Sending my thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Josh Samman. Tough, tough day. He was a talented young man. RIP Josh.
— Dave Sholler (@Sholler_UFC) October 5, 2016
RIP Josh Samman. Horrible news to hear. Prayers to his family.
— Frankie Edgar (@FrankieEdgar) October 5, 2016
Josh Samman will be badly missed. Never a bad word about anyone. Always thoughtful and kind. Awful loss https://t.co/zfbS7vEzPN
— Brian Stann (@BrianStann) October 5, 2016
Hard to go about my day with the passing of @JoshSamman. 2morrow is never promised. So today I will live and celebrate life #rip brother.
— #OnAmission4Gold (@KelvinGastelum) October 5, 2016
Heartbroken to hear Josh Samman has passed on. He was a truly good guy who had seen more than his fair share of tragedy recently.
— Patrick Wyman (@Patrick_Wyman) October 5, 2016
On top of being a successful fighter, promoter, & most importantly, a genuinely good person, Samman was a great/writer journalist, too
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) October 5, 2016
#rip @JoshSamman may your soul be at peace. Another life taken to soon God be with your family every step of the way
— Truck Gordon (@TruckMMA_UFC) October 5, 2016
Got so upset about the @JoshSamman passing. My prayers for the family #joshsamman #sad #rip
— Roan Jucao (@jucao) October 5, 2016
Praying for Josh’s family and friends. It was an honor to share a card with you @JoshSamman. You will be missed.
— Michael McDonald (@MaydayMcDonald) October 5, 2016