Ed Cohen, identified as the owner of Dane Productions, reportedly passed away on Sunday. This news comes amidst reports of the passing of a former WWE executive also named Ed Cohen, who died on August 25, 2018.

Reports of Passing

Information circulating in "Porn Valley" indicates that Ed Cohen, owner of Dane Productions, died on Sunday. This report is distinct from, but shares a name with, news concerning a former WWE executive.

Separately, WWE announced on August 26, 2018, the passing of former WWE Live Events executive Ed Cohen. This Ed Cohen was described as instrumental in transforming WWE’s Live Event touring business. WWE expressed condolences to his family and friends.

PWInsider reported that former WWE Senior Vice President of Event Operations, Ed Cohen, passed away on August 25. This Ed Cohen was credited with being crucial in building WWE’s touring and live event structure. He reportedly passed away on August 25.

Gene Okerlund, a WWE Hall of Famer, also mentioned the passing of Ed Cohen on his Facebook page. Okerlund stated that Ed Cohen, a long-time WWE executive, died on August 25. Okerlund noted that Ed Cohen was primarily responsible for securing venues for WWE house shows and later television tapings. In the early years, Cohen worked closely with Vince and Linda McMahon, as income from house shows was a primary revenue stream for the company at the time. Ed Cohen remained with the company for many years, but his declining health became an issue in later years, leading to less involvement.

Career and Contributions

The Ed Cohen associated with WWE worked with the company for over 20 years. His health began to decline, which led to his departure from the promotion. He was involved in setting up the routing of the promotion’s live events in the 1980s and handled negotiations with various venues. He also helped establish several venues exclusively for the promotion. Additionally, he secured many of the early venues for WrestleMania events in the late 1980s and 1990s.

One of Ed Cohen’s roles was to arrange the dates and locations for WWF live events. He would contact and reach agreements with the owners of buildings where WWE (F) intended to hold shows. A write-up by Mike Johnson of PWInsider indicated that Cohen, at one point, was responsible for securing the majority of WrestleMania venues during the 1980s and 1990s. His contributions to the company are remembered by those who knew him and were close to him.

Key Facts

  • Ed Cohen, owner of Dane Productions, reportedly passed away on Sunday.
  • Former WWE Live Events executive Ed Cohen passed away on August 25, 2018.
  • The WWE executive Ed Cohen was described as instrumental in transforming WWE’s Live Event touring business.
  • The WWE executive Ed Cohen worked with WWE for over 20 years.
  • The WWE executive Ed Cohen was responsible for securing venues for WWE house shows, television tapings, and early WrestleMania events.
  • WWE Hall of Famer Gene Okerlund confirmed the passing of the WWE executive Ed Cohen on Facebook.