Eddie Hall launches GoFundMe for fitness creator Pa O’Dwyer’s family following his death aged 40

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Eddie Hall, a former winner of the World’s Strongest Man competition, has started a GoFundMe campaign to help the family of Pa O’Dwyer, who recently passed away at 40 years old.

Hall verified the GoFundMe campaign, explaining that the funds will be used for both O’Dwyer’s memorial service and to provide support for his family during this challenging period.

Eddie Hall explains why he started the fundraiser

Hall explained on the GoFundMe page that he wanted to make sure O’Dwyer’s family received real, practical help from the strongman world.

Hall wrote that O’Dwyer earned our gratitude for everything he contributed, noting that his vibrant personality inspired laughter, thoughtful reflection, and personal growth in others.

Hall also posted a video to his YouTube channel, which you can find below, expressing his reaction to the news of O’Dwyer’s passing.

Hall explained that the money will help pay for memorial services and also provide financial relief to the O’Dwyer family during this difficult time.

Pa O’Dwyer was a popular and respected figure in the strongman community, and many people have been sharing tributes online since he passed away. Hall ended his message by thanking everyone for the support shown by the community during difficult times, and sent his thoughts and sympathy to O’Dwyer’s family.

The GoFundMe campaign is still active and has currently raised more than £150,000 (about $200,000) towards its £250,000 ($330,000) target.

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2026-01-05 16:54