What is jimmy rave?

Jimmy Rave, whose real name is James Michael Guffey, was an American professional wrestler known for his work in various wrestling promotions, including Ring of Honor (ROH), Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA), and other independent circuits. Born on December 8, 1982, in Atlanta, Georgia, Rave made a name for himself with his technical wrestling skills and his character work.

In Ring of Honor, he was particularly known for being part of "The Embassy" faction, where he was often involved in memorable feuds and storylines. His time in TNA included a stint as part of the tag team "The Rock 'n' Rave Infection" alongside Lance Hoyt (Lance Archer) and Christy Hemme, where they portrayed a rock band gimmick.

Rave also competed internationally, including in Japan, and wrestled for various independent promotions throughout his career. Unfortunately, later in life, he faced significant health challenges. In 2020, he announced that he had to retire from wrestling due to an infection that led to the amputation of his left arm. Later, he also had both legs amputated due to a MRSA infection.

Sadly, Jimmy Rave passed away on December 12, 2021. His death was met with tributes from around the wrestling world, recognizing his contributions to the industry and the challenges he faced with courage and resilience.