WWE superstar Bray Wyatt died Thursday at age 36, the company said in a statement.
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
Wyatt, whose real name was Windham Rotunda, had a brilliant career with WWE. He won the WWE Championship once and the Universal Championship twice. Rotunda's last fight was in January. He hadn't stepped back into the ring since then, apparently due to health problems. The cause of his death was not immediately disclosed, although some journalists reported he had a heart attack.
Triple H made the news public through his Twitter / X account. Dozens of celebrities immediately paid tribute to Rotunda.
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…
— Triple H (@TripleH) 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
Rotunda was a third-generation wrestler, son of WWE Hall of Famer Mike Rotunda, who competed for the wrestling organization under the name IRS. Rotunda's grandfather was known as Blackjack Mulligan, and Barry and Kendall Windham were his uncles.
Rotunda also competed alongside his brother, Taylor Michael Rotunda, known professionally as Bo Dallas.
