2023-08-27 12:23:24
Shocked! This is how the world of wrestling is after the sudden death of Bray Wyatt, one of the WWE stars, on August 24, 2023. The news was released by his great friend Triple H, who could not hide his sorrow for the loss of his companion.
“I just received a call from WWE Hall of Famer Mike Rotunda who informed us of the tragic news that our lifetime member of the WWE family, Windham Rotunda, aka Bray Wyatt, passed away unexpectedly today. Our thoughts are with his family and we ask that everyone respect his privacy at this time,” he posted.
Because many wonder what happened to the fighter, also known as ‘The Fiend’, we tell you that he died, what is known so far and various facts about him.
WHAT DID BRAY WYATT DIED OF?
Although the causes of the fighter’s death were unknown at first, the truth finally came out: Bray Wyatt died of a heart attack, as announced by Sean Sapp, the wrestling reporter.
“I have been given permission to disclose that earlier this year Windham Rotunda (Bray Wyatt) contracted COVID which exacerbated his heart problems. There were many positive developments towards his return and his recovery. Unfortunately today he suffered a heart attack and passed away, ”he wrote on his Twitter account.
The reporter announced on his social networks the cause of death of Bray Wyatt (Photo: Sean Sapp / Twitter)
It was Triple H, whose real name is Paul Levesque, who shared the terrible news on his Twitter account, which was revealed by the fighter’s father to Mike Rotunda.
It should be noted that the death of ‘The fiend’ occurred only one day after the death of Terry Funk, 79, another fighter who stood out in the 80s and 90s.
The fighter announced on his social network the death of Bray Wyatt (Photo: Triple H / Twitter)
SHOCK OVER THE DEATH OF BRAY WYATT
Dwayne Johnson, the former wrestler known as ‘The Rock’, regretted the news. “I am heartbroken by the news of the passing of Bray Wyatt. I always had tremendous respect and love for him and the Rotunda family. I loved his presence, promotions, work in the ring and connection to the WWE universe, ”he wrote on his Twitter account.
“A unique, cool and rare character, which is hard to create in our crazy world of professional wrestling. Still processing the loss of the goat, Terry Funk yesterday and now Bray today. My love, light, strength and manna to the Rotunda family and the Funk family during this difficult and heartbreaking time. As always, ‘thanks for the house,’” he added.
‘The Rock’ mourns the death of Bray Wyatt (Photo: Dwayne Johnson / Twitter)
For his part, the professional wrestler Baron Corbin also spoke out for the death of his friend and still does not understand what happened.
“I’m trying to process this and I can’t. Windham was a friend. I feel so sorry to his wife, his beautiful children, his parents, his brother, his sister and everyone else who knew how amazing he was,” he wrote on Twitter.
Another fighter speaks out for the death of Bray Wyatt (Photo: Baron Corbin / Twitter)
Titus O’Neil, American professional wrestler and global ambassador for WWE, sent his condolences: “Heartbroken is an understatement for my feelings at this time about this news. Windham was the consummate professional, the best teammate, and a wonderful father, husband, brother, friend, and son. He always brought smiles. My family and I send our condolences and support.”
This other professional wrestler also spoke out for the death of Bray Wyatt (Photo: Titus O’Neil / Twitter)
WHO WAS BRAY WYATT?
Bray Wyatt, whose real name is Windham Lawrence Rotunda, was an American professional wrestler who was part of WWE. He was a three-time World Heavyweight Champion, a one-time WWE Champion and a two-time WWE Universal Champion, among other championships.
Wrestling ran through his veins as he followed in the footsteps of his grandfather Blackjack Mulligan, his father Mike Rotunda (IRS) and two of his uncles, Barry Windham and Kendall Windham. Likewise, his younger brother, Taylor Rotunda, better known as Bo Dallas, also fought in WWE.
“WWE is saddened to learn that Windham Rotunda, also known as Bray Wyatt, passed away on Thursday, August 24, at the age of 36. WWE expresses its condolences to Rotunda’s family, friends and fans (Photo: WWE / Instagram)
WHAT WAS BRAY WYATT’S LAST FIGHT?
After being away from professional wrestling for a while, Bray Wyatt appeared in the WWE ring in 2023, this happened on January 28, during the Royal Rumble 2023 event. On that occasion, the fighter defeated LA Knight. After that he was going to fight Bobby Lashley at WrestleMania, but it was cancelled.
Next, the video that WWE uploaded of the confrontation of this superstar at the beginning of this year.
THE BRAY WYATT CHAMPIONSHIPS
Bray Wyatt was a three-time World Champion (once WWE Champion and two-time WWE Universal Champion). Likewise, he won the Elimination Chamber (2017), was twice Champion in Couples (one in the Raw Tag Team Championship with Matt Hardy and the other in the SmackDown Tag Team Championship with Randy Orton and Luke Harper).
Along with his brother Taylor Rotunda, better known as Bo Dallas, he twice won the FCW Florida Tag Team Championships in WWE’s developmental territory, Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW).
The death of the professional wrestler shocked the whole world (Photo: Bray Wyatt / Instagram)
BRAY WYATT ACHIEVEMENTS
World Wrestling Entertainment / WWE
WWE Year–End Award for Male Wrestler of the Year in 2019
Pro Wrestling Illustrated (pro wrestling magazine)
In 2014, Fight of the year when he faced John CenaIn 2010, Fief of the year with The Nexus vs. WWE 2010 Most Hated Wrestler of the Year (with The Nexus) He made his wrestling debut in February 2009, with the Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW) (Photo: Bray Wyatt/Instagram)
BRAY WYATT PERSONAL DATA
Full Name: Windham Lawrence RotundaBetter Known As: Bray WyattDate of Birth: May 23, 1987Date of Death: August 24, 2023Nationality: AmericanOccupation: Professional Wrestler (2009-2021)Height: 1.91 mWeight: 129 kg
WHAT HAPPENED TO BRAY WYATT IN 2021?
During the year 2021, Bray Wyatt underwent significant changes to his WWE career. After being absent from August 2018 to April 2019, Wyatt made his return with a renewed focus on his character. In this period, his presentation underwent a remarkable transformation, leading him to adopt multiple personalities, which generated a unique dynamic in his interpretation.
At this stage, Bray Wyatt began to alternate between two different facets of his personality in unpredictable ways. On the one hand, he embodied Bray Wyatt, showing the most benevolent aspect of him. On the other hand, he assumed the identity of ‘The Fiend’, a creepy clown with horror elements that represented the dark side of him. This duality of personalities created an intriguing contrast in his performance and added a new level of complexity to his character.
WWE’S TRIBUTE TO BRAY WYATT ON SMACKDOWN
On Friday, August 25, WWE produced a new chapter of SmackDown for the Fox network, which would not be one more in its history, but would be used to pay tribute to Bray Wyatt, a fighter who lost his life during the week and who, Without a doubt, he left a huge mark for the company, despite his young age.
At the beginning of the show, the entire main roster of the blue brand and some of RAW appeared at the entrance ramp, led by Triple H. All together there, they kept silent to listen to the classic 10 farewell bells, which are a classic inside of the wrestling company when some of its workers die. In the group of stars, there was also Eric Rowan, who belongs to another company.
Then, at the end of the show, a tribute was made to him inside the ring, placing a lamp inside the string and transmitting his silhouette in the titantron of the coliseum.
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BRAY WYATT
WHY WAS BRAY WYATT FIRED FROM WWE IN 2021?
Bray Wyatt He was one of WWE’s best-known wrestlers. Despite his success in and out of the ring, we cannot help but remember when he was fired from the company in July 2021; although he returned in October 2022. he CLICK HERE to find out why he was removed.
THE FAREWELL OF WWE STARS TO BRAY WYATT
Not surprisingly, several WWE stars and top figures have extended their condolences to Wyatt’s family following his death. For this reason, it is enough to see social networks to realize the enormous sadness of his companions and ex-wrestlers. View the messages by CLICKING HERE.
BRAY WAYTT JOINS THE LIST: THE FIGHTERS WHO DIED IN LAST YEARS
The unexpected departure of Bray Wyatt at the age of 36 has plunged the wrestling industry and WWE fans into deep sadness. This iconic American wrestler now joins the growing list of legends from the iconic entertainment company who have left us in recent years. SEE THE COMPLETE LIST HERE.
THE TENDER GESTURE OF BRAY WYATT WITH A CHILD JUST A FEW DAYS BEFORE DYING
In the world of wrestling, wrestlers often become heroes and role models to their fans, inspiring entire generations with their in-ring exploits and attitudes outside of it. One of those fighters was Bray Wyatt, who a few days before dying had an emotional encounter with a small fan, whom he left with an indelible mark on the hearts of many. What exactly did he do? CLICK HERE to find out.
THE TIME BRAY WYATT RETURNED TO WWE AFTER 17 MONTHS ABSENCE
The surprising death of Bray Wyatt, a famous professional wrestler from the United States, has mourned the world of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). The three-time world champion had been away from the ring for 17 months, but in October 2022 he made his return as a free agent. The moment was very emotional. CLICK HERE to see the details.
BOOKER T’S REACTION UPON LEARNING LIVE OF BRAY WYATT’S DEATH
The world of wrestling was rocked by the news of the sudden death of Bray Wyatt. But what made this sad event even more moving was the live reaction from his colleague and friend, Booker T, who was on the air at the time. LOOK HERE how he was shocked to find out.
HE BELONGED TO “THE FAMILY WYATT”
In the world of wrestling Bray Wyatt stood out for his professionalism and for having been a member of the missing “Family Wyatt”. The members of this group were Bray Wyatt, Erick Rowan and Luke Harper. Its conformation dates from 2014 when they were still part of WWE NXT; However, with the passage of time they would see their interests as a group reflected, giving life to one of the most feared groups in the world of entertainment.
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