One of the biggest tragedies in professional wrestling history transpired last week, as WWE star performer Bray Wyatt died at the age of 36.
The three-time World Champion’s passing was confirmed by WWE’s chief content officer Triple H in a statement posted on social media on Thursday (August 25), which read: “Just received a call from WWE Hall of Famer Mike Rotunda who informed us of the tragic news that our WWE family member for life Windham Rotunda – also known as Bray Wyatt – unexpectedly passed earlier today. Our thoughts are with his family and we ask that everyone respect their privacy at this time.”
Wyatt had been out-of-action battling a ‘life-threatening illness’ since his bout with LA Knight at Royal Rumble back in January. He was reportedly nearing a return to the squared circle, but WWE officials took precautions due to the seriousness of his condition. Fans were eagerly awaiting a return to action that sadly never came.
Bray Wyatt cause of death
New details emerged on Monday about the sudden death of WWE superstar Bray Wyatt. Wyatt, whose real name was Windham Rotunda, died last Thursday from a heart attack at the age of 36, the New York Post reports.
Wyatt had been taking a nap at the time, according to law enforcement records obtained by TMZ, and his fiancee, former WWE ring announcer JoJo Offerman, became worried when she heard his alarm going off an hour later without stopping.
Wyatt was found in his bed not breathing and “turning blue,” according to the report.
Offerman’s mother attempted CPR while Offerman called 911.
Wyatt was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
The tragic incident occurred months after Wyatt had COVID-19 and developed heart complications from it.
Doctors had recommended to Wyatt that he keep a heart defibrillator with him.
Bray Wyatt net worth
He earned a $1 million annual salary during his time in the promotion. Meanwhile, WWE superstar Bray Wyatt’s net worth is estimated to be $2 million. His earnings came from wrestling matches, pay-per-view appearances, endorsement deals, and other sources.
