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Former WWE star Benjamin Satterley cause of death confirmed as bronchial asthma
Former WWE star Benjamin Satterley cause of death confirmed as bronchial asthma

The late British wrestler Benjamin Satterley passed away last month due to bronchial asthma, according to reports.

The medical examiner’s office in Cook County, Illinois, confirmed that the condition was the cause of his death on Friday (16 October).

His manner of his passing on 27 September was described as natural by officials in the US, according to the New York Post.

The star performed under the name Pac in AEW and Neville in the WWE. He died just a day after his final match at AWE's All Out event in Illinois.

During the special, he lost the opening match of the event to fellow AEW star Andrade.

Born in Newcastle upon Tyne, Satterley started his professional wrestling career in 2004 and competed for promotions around the world.

He gained international recognition following his debut under the ring name Adrian Neville in WWE.

Satterley held multiple AEW Championships, and the organisation said he had competed in 'some of the most memorable matches in AEW history'.

He became known for his fighting style, earning himself nicknames like 'King of the Cruiserweights' and 'The Man That Gravity Forgot.'

All Elite Wrestling issued a statement announcing his death on social media, which read: "All Elite Wrestling is saddened to announce the passing of Benjamin Satterley, aka Pac.

"A native of Newcastle upon Tyne, England, Satterley began his wrestling career in 2004 and went on to perform for wrestling organizations all over the world, captivating fans with innovative high-flying moves and incredible in-ring ability.

"Pac signed with All Elite Wrestling in 2019 and held multiple AEW Championships and competed in some of the most memorable matches in AEW history.

"Our condolences go out to Satterley’s family, friends and fans."

During his career, Satterley made history as the inaugural AEW All-Atlantic Champion in 2022 and was also an acclaimed AEW World Trios Champion.

Tributes have also been paid to him following his death, as WWE Hall of Famer Paul Heyman described it as a 'truly terrible loss' adding: "He was a tremendous talent and even finer human being".

Meanwhile AEW wrestler Evil Uno said: "I am in shock. This is heartbreaking.

"We have lost another great person, a great soul, a true professional."

And AEW wrestler Nick Wayne also shared a tribute in which he reminisced on speaking to Stterley in 2024 after watching him in a match.

"His conversations, advice, and positive thoughts going into things is something I always cherished,” he wrote.

"PAC is one of the greatest innovators and Professional Wrestlers to ever do it."

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