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Pac Wrestling Star Death

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Benjamin Satterley, the pro wrestling star known as Pac, has died, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) announced on Sunday night.

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A spokesperson for the Cook County Medical Examiner’s office told The Post on Monday Satterley was pronounced dead at 4:08 p.m. A cause of death is still pending an autopsy, the rep added.

3 of 6 outletsfirst reported 28 Sepwording from New York Post

Satterley, who previously competed in the WWE as Adrian Neville, had wrestled for AEW the night before in Chicago, taking on Andrade at the NOW Arena.

3 of 6 outletsfirst reported 28 Sepwording from Daily Mail

“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,” AEW said.

5 of 6 outletsfirst reported 28 Sepwording from NBC News

News of his death came the day after he’d wrestled during AEW’s “All Out” pay-per-view Saturday night at the NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, outside of Chicago.

3 of 6 outletsfirst reported 28 Sepwording from NBC News

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New York Post28 Sep

Medics responded to a CAVA restaurant in Des Plaines around 4 p.m. after receiving reports that Pac, an AEW wrestler, was unresponsive in his car. Despite efforts, Pac was pronounced dead at 4:08 p.m., with the cause of death pending an autopsy. The incident occurred shortly after Pac had competed in a wrestling match on Saturday night and made an appearance during Sunday's main event.

AEW star Pac discovered slumped over in vehicle outside CAVA restaurant before death →3 articles from New York Post on this story
Fox News1 Oct

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson posted an emotional tribute on Instagram for Benjamin Satterley, known as Pac and Adrian Neville in wrestling circuits, who died suddenly at age 40. The Rock emphasized the close-knit nature of the wrestling community and expressed deep sorrow over losing such a young and talented wrestler whose life was cut short. He sent condolences to AEW's owner Tony Khan, fellow wrestlers, and…

The Rock shares heartfelt words on Pac following AEW star's shocking death at 40 →2 articles from Fox News on this story
NBC News28 Sep

Benjamin Satterley, a professional wrestler known by his ring name PAC, died at age 40 on Sunday night, according to an announcement from All Elite Wrestling (AEW). The news came shortly after he wrestled during AEW’s “All Out” pay-per-view event in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Satterley, born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, began his career in 2004 and worked for numerous wrestling organizations globally, including…

Benjamin Satterley, globetrotting wrestler known as PAC, dies at 40 →
BBC28 Sep

British wrestler Benjamin Satterley, known as Pac, died at age 40 shortly after participating in an All Elite Wrestling (AEW) event in Chicago on Saturday evening. Known for his high-flying moves and championship titles with AEW since signing in 2019, he also had a career spanning WWE, New Japan Pro-Wrestling, and Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre. Fellow wrestlers expressed shock and sadness over his sudden death…

British wrestler Benjamin Satterley, known as Pac, dies aged 40 →
CBS News28 Sep

Benjamin Satterley, known as "Pac," a 40-year-old professional wrestler celebrated for his acrobatic style, died recently according to an announcement by All Elite Wrestling (AEW). The cause of death was not specified. Pac had been with AEW since 2019 and won multiple championships there. Tributes from fellow wrestlers highlight his impact on the wrestling community and personal relationships.

Benjamin Satterley, pro wrestler known as "Pac," dies at 40 →
Daily Mail29 Sep

Benjamin Satterley, known as Pac in wrestling, was found unresponsive in a vehicle outside a CAVA restaurant in Des Plaines, Illinois, on Sunday afternoon. He was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after 4:00 PM. The cause of death is not yet clear and an autopsy is pending. AEW, where Satterley had been performing, confirmed his death later that evening, paying tribute to his contributions to the wrestling world…

New details emerge on shock death of wrestler Pac after he was found slumped over outside restaurant →

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The Rock shares heartfelt words on Pac following AEW star's shocking death at 40 Fox News

How it changed

  1. 28 Sep

    Benjamin Satterley, the pro wrestling star known as Pac, has died, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) announced on Sunday night.

    6 outlets · Fox News
  2. 29 Sep

    Later in the audio, an official could be heard saying that Satterley, who is British, was found dead on arrival.

    2 outlets · Daily Mail

Coverage 9 articles

Where to start New details emerge on shock death of wrestler Pac after he was found slumped over outside restaurant Daily Mail

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  • 1 Oct The Rock shares heartfelt words on Pac following AEW star's shocking death at 40Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson posted an emotional tribute on Instagram for Benjamin Satterley, known as Pac and Adrian Neville in wrestling circuits, who died suddenly at age 40. The Rock emphasized the close-knit nature of the wrestling community and expressed deep sorrow over losing such a young and talented wrestler whose life was cut short. He sent condolences to AEW's owner Tony Khan, fellow wrestlers, and…Fox News
  • 29 Sep New details emerge on shock death of wrestler Pac after he was found slumped over outside restaurantBenjamin Satterley, known as Pac in wrestling, was found unresponsive in a vehicle outside a CAVA restaurant in Des Plaines, Illinois, on Sunday afternoon. He was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after 4:00 PM. The cause of death is not yet clear and an autopsy is pending. AEW, where Satterley had been performing, confirmed his death later that evening, paying tribute to his contributions to the wrestling world…Daily Mail
  • 28 Sep AEW star Pac discovered slumped over in vehicle outside CAVA restaurant before deathMedics responded to a CAVA restaurant in Des Plaines around 4 p.m. after receiving reports that Pac, an AEW wrestler, was unresponsive in his car. Despite efforts, Pac was pronounced dead at 4:08 p.m., with the cause of death pending an autopsy. The incident occurred shortly after Pac had competed in a wrestling match on Saturday night and made an appearance during Sunday's main event.New York Post
  • 28 Sep Wrestling community reacts to AEW star Pac’s death at 40: ‘Such a hero’The wrestling community is grieving the sudden death of AEW star Benjamin "Pac" Satterly at age 40. Fellow wrestlers like Will Ospreay and Kyle Fletcher have paid tribute to Satterly, praising him as a kind and inspiring figure in the industry. Tributes highlight his impact both inside and outside the ring, with many sharing personal anecdotes about his mentorship and kindness. The cause of death remains unknown.New York Post
  • 28 Sep Benjamin Satterley, pro wrestler known as "Pac," dies at 40Benjamin Satterley, known as "Pac," a 40-year-old professional wrestler celebrated for his acrobatic style, died recently according to an announcement by All Elite Wrestling (AEW). The cause of death was not specified. Pac had been with AEW since 2019 and won multiple championships there. Tributes from fellow wrestlers highlight his impact on the wrestling community and personal relationships.CBS News
  • 28 Sep British wrestler Benjamin Satterley, known as Pac, dies aged 40British wrestler Benjamin Satterley, known as Pac, died at age 40 shortly after participating in an All Elite Wrestling (AEW) event in Chicago on Saturday evening. Known for his high-flying moves and championship titles with AEW since signing in 2019, he also had a career spanning WWE, New Japan Pro-Wrestling, and Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre. Fellow wrestlers expressed shock and sadness over his sudden death…BBC
  • 28 Sep Benjamin Satterley, globetrotting wrestler known as PAC, dies at 40Benjamin Satterley, a professional wrestler known by his ring name PAC, died at age 40 on Sunday night, according to an announcement from All Elite Wrestling (AEW). The news came shortly after he wrestled during AEW’s “All Out” pay-per-view event in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Satterley, born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, began his career in 2004 and worked for numerous wrestling organizations globally, including…NBC News
  • 28 Sep AEW star Pac dead at 40 one day after final matchBenjamin Satterley, known by his wrestling name Pac, died at 40 on Sunday following his final match for All Elite Wrestling (AEW) against Andrade at the NOW Arena in Chicago on Saturday night. AEW confirmed the news and highlighted Satterley's impact since joining the company in 2019, noting his multiple championship titles and memorable matches. The cause of death was not disclosed. Prior to AEW, Satterley wrestled…New York Post
  • 28 Sep Benjamin Satterley, pro wrestling star known as Pac, dead at 40Benjamin Satterley, better known by his ring name Pac, passed away at the age of 40, according to an announcement made on Sunday night by All Elite Wrestling (AEW) via social media. The company highlighted Pac's career achievements, including his time with WWE under the name Adrian Neville and his two AEW championship titles. Details about the cause of death were not provided, though it was noted that he had…Fox News

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