Swerve Strickland has paid tribute to Ron “The Pharaoh” Cromartie following the death of the man he credits as his original professional wrestling trainer. The AEW star acknowledged the news on X, saying Cromartie had died during the previous week and describing him as a great person who genuinely loved professional wrestling. Strickland added that his former trainer would be deeply missed, then closed with a personal sentiment, hoping everything he accomplished in wrestling made Cromartie proud.
“R.I.P. Ron ‘The Pharaoh’ Cromartie. My original trainer passed over this past week. I just wanted everyone to know he was a great human and loved pro wrestling. He will be incredibly missed. I hope I made you proud.”– Swerve Strickland
Cromartie was a professional wrestler, promoter, and respected trainer who made an important contribution to wrestling in Virginia. Through the Ground Xero Wrestling Academy, Cromartie helped develop aspiring wrestlers and passed on his knowledge of technique, conditioning, and ring craft. His experience in the wrestling business allowed him to guide young performers and prepare them for the demands of professional competition. Cromartie’s dedication to training, promoting events, and developing new talent earned him considerable respect within the regional wrestling community.
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