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Wyatt, whose actual identify was Windham Rotunda, died “unexpectedly.”
World Wrestling Leisure star Bray Wyatt died Thursday, WWE introduced. He was 36.
Wyatt, whose actual identify was Windham Rotunda, died “unexpectedly,” in response to an article on the WWE web site that didn’t point out a reason behind loss of life.
“WWE is saddened to be taught that Windham Rotunda, also referred to as Bray Wyatt, handed away on Thursday, Aug. 24, at age 36,” WWE stated. “WWE extends its condolences to Rotunda’s household, mates and followers.”
Wyatt, the 2017 WWE champion, was also referred to as “The Fiend.” His final televised efficiency got here on the 2023 Royal Rumble.
“Recognized for his fascinating performances and unbelievable in-ring presence, Wyatt was a defining celebrity of his era,” WWE stated.
Wyatt was the son of Mike and Stephanie Rotunda.
Wyatt’s grandfather Robert Deroy Windham (Blackjack Mulligan), father, and two of his uncles (Barry and Kendall Windham) all wrestled in WWE. His grandfather additionally performed school soccer at UTEP and noticed preseason motion for the New York Jets.
Wyatt redshirted on the Troy soccer group in 2007.