WWE superstar Bray Wyatt has died at the age of 32. WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H confirmed the news via social media. The former WWE Universal champion’s passing has shocked WWE fans worldwide.
Just 32, Bray Wyatt was a mainstay in the WWE. Fans were expecting the Fiend to return after an update on August 19 suggested that Wyatt could return to the WWE ring. However, just five days since the exciting news, the shocking demise of Bray Wyatt has left the WWE universe stunned.
WWE is saddened to learn that Windham Rotunda, also known as Bray Wyatt, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 24, at age 36.
WWE extends its condolences to Rotunda’s family, friends and fans. pic.twitter.com/pabVuaKlnP
— WWE (@WWE) August 24, 2023
Triple H revealed on X (formerly Twitter), “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.”
Bray Wyatt’s cause of death is reportedly due to a heart attack. Several reports claim Bray Wyatt was battling heart issues. He also battled COVID earlier this year.
WWE superstars react to the sudden passing of Bray Wyatt
Several WWE superstars took to social media to send their condolences. WWE superstars including Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan, Mick Foley, and Dwayne Johnson sent their wishes to Wyatt’s family. Real name Windham Rotunda, the WWE superstar was a third-generational professional wrestler, following in on the footsteps of his grandfather, Blackjack Mulligan, and his father, Mike Rotunda.
When Your Great Friend And Someone Your Son’s Age Dies Within 2 Days, It Really Makes Me Reflect & Think About Life! Don’t Take Any Second For Granted! Rest In Peace Terry Funk & Bray Wyatt! pic.twitter.com/U2FpzeibmY
— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) August 24, 2023
Im heartbroken over the news of Bray Wyatt’s passing. Always had tremendous respect and love for him and the Rotunda family. Loved his presence, promos, in ring work and connection with @wwe universe.
Very unique, cool and rare character, which is hard to create in our crazy… pic.twitter.com/i9zlbJIOL3— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) August 24, 2023
Bray Wyatt came from a wrestling family. Wyatt’s brother Taylor Rotunda, known to the WWE universe as Bo Dallas was a regular feature on WWE programming several years ago. Starting his WWE journey as a member of the Nexus, Wyatt rose to heights after his gimmick as the leader of The Wyatt Family.
RIP BRAY WYATT. This is awful news, just terribly sad for his family, friends and fans. I thought so highly of Bray Wyatt, and was so flattered when he started using the mandible claw for his finisher. He was a true visionary; one of the most compelling presences that wrestling… pic.twitter.com/gSuDQ1Z12I
— Mick Foley (@foleyispod) August 25, 2023
Bray Wyatt’s Fiend years later would go on to captivate WWE fans around the world, drawing parallels to The Phenom Undertaker. Despite the many years in the company, Bray Wyatt remained on the top and would have continued if it wasn’t for the treacherous time. WWE has lost two legends in the last two days, with the memories of Terry Funk still leaving many moist-eyed.