WWE superstar Bray Wyatt has died aged 36 suffer a heart attack.
Wyatt’s death was announced in a tweet from WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H, who said, “I just got a call from WWE Hall of Famer Mike Rotunda, who informed us of the tragic news that our WWE family member has passed away for life Windham Rotunda – also known as…” Bray Wyatt – died unexpectedly earlier today.
“Our thoughts are with his family and we ask everyone to respect their privacy at this time.”
The three-time WWE World Champion had not competed since defeating LA Knight in a Mountain Dew pitch black match at the Royal Rumble in January.
He was reportedly poised to make a comeback after being allowed back into the ring.
WWE Superstar Bray Wyatt has died at the age of 36 from a “life-threatening illness”.
Wyatt had not been seen in WWE since the Royal Rumble in January in a match against LA Knight
Wyatt (centre) experienced his rise to stardom while leading the Wyatt Family alongside fellow Superstars Braun Strowman (left), Erick Rowan (right) and Luke Harper (not pictured).
Although he had been re-established medical clearance to wrestle, WWE had taken precautions to ensure his long-term health stability after the illness, which was believed to be both professionally and life-threatening.
According to the report, the Florida-born star’s prospects had improved significantly and the company was making creative plans for the former WWE Champion.
September was set for a possible return, but nothing was officially set in stone.
Wrestling reporter Sean Ross Sapp posted on There was a lot of positive progress towards a return and his recovery.
“Unfortunately, he suffered a heart attack today and passed away.”
Before he took the time to tend to his health, Wyatt and his character’s latest integration known as “the Fiend” were slated for a stable housing the mysterious “Uncle Howdy” – who was rumored to be his real-life brother – was accommodated. and fellow sports entertainer Bo Dallas, along with Alexa Bliss, Eric Young and perhaps other wrestlers.
Bliss has since gone on maternity leave while Young left the company because he didn’t want to work under Vince McMahon.
Wyatt is survived by his ex-wife, Samantha Rotunda, and their two daughters, as well as his fiancé, WWE Ring Announcer JoJo, and their two children.
WWE said in a statement, “WWE is saddened to learn of the passing of Windham Rotunda, also known as Bray Wyatt, on Thursday, August 24, at the age of 36.”
Known for his compelling performances and incredible presence in the ring, Wyatt was a defining Superstar of his generation and achieved many accomplishments in WWE, including becoming the 2017 WWE Champion.
From leading the Wyatt Family alongside Luke Harper, Erick Rowan and Braun Strowman to his thrilling tenure as The Fiend, Wyatt launched an incredible career and endured several iconic rivalries with superstars like John Cena, Randy Orton and The Undertaker.
“WWE extends its condolences to Rotunda’s family, friends and fans.”
Wyatt’s death was announced by WWE COO and legend Triple H on Wednesday afternoon
Tributes for the three-time WWE Champion quickly poured in on social media
Shortly after news of Wyatt’s death, tributes poured in from some of the biggest names in wrestling.
“Completely devastated to learn of the passing of my friend Windham Rotunda. It’s devastating to think that he left us at just 36 years old. My condolences go out to his family, his wife and children. I am so sorry my colleague. “I miss you already,” tag team legend Matt Hardy tweeted. Hardy once held tag team gold with Wyatt.
Hollywood movie star turned WWE Legend Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson tweeted: “
“I am heartbroken by the news of Bray Wyatt’s death. I always had great respect and love for him and the Rotunda family. “Loved his presence, his promos, his work in the ring and his connection to the @wwe universe.”
“Very unique, cool and rare character that’s hard to create in our crazy world of pro wrestling.’ Still processing the loss of the goat, Terry Funk yesterday and now Bray today.’
My love, light, strength and mana to the Rotunda family and the Funk family at this difficult, heartbreaking time.
As always, “Thank you for the house” #ohana
Wyatt rose to prominence in WWE when he performed his Eater of Worlds gimmick and was the head of a family known as the “Wyatt Family” that also included stars Erick Rowan and Luke Harper during his time on All known as Brodie Lee, elite wrestling and Braun Strowman.
harpers [Lee] died in December 2020 from an unknown lung disease.
Harper’s wife, Amanda Huber, tweeted, “I’m at a loss for words. I’m devastated.”
Wyatt’s unexpected death isn’t the only one that has rocked the wrestling world lately, as WWE Hall of Famer Terry Funk passed away on Wednesday at the age of 79.