- COVID-19 made his existing heart problems worse, leading to a fatal heart attack.
- Despite progress towards recovery, Bray Wyatt suffers a fatal heart attack.
- Tributes pour in from fellow wrestlers, celebrities, and fans.
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WWE sensation Windham Rotunda, best known as Bray Wyatt, tragically passed away at the age of 36 due to reported “heart issues,” according to a disclosure by Fightful.com’s Sean Ross Sapp. Sapp shared that earlier this year, Rotunda had contracted COVID-19, which had exacerbated pre-existing heart problems. Despite making positive strides towards recovery and a potential return, he suffered a fatal heart attack.
Messages of sorrow and tribute immediately flooded in for the wrestling star following the heart-wrenching news. Wrestling icon Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson expressed his deep grief on social media, recalling his immense respect and admiration for Bray Wyatt and the Rotunda family. Johnson praised Wyatt’s unparalleled charisma, captivating promos, and unique in-ring performances that resonated with the WWE universe. The loss of Wyatt, often dubbed the “goat,” came shortly after the passing of another legend, Terry Funk.
Esteemed actor and fellow wrestler Mick Foley also took to social media to pay his respects to the late Bray Wyatt. Foley conveyed his heartfelt condolences to Wyatt’s family, friends, and devoted fans. Foley shared a personal connection with Wyatt, as the latter had incorporated Foley’s signature move, the mandible claw, into his own finishing maneuver. Wyatt was lauded as an innovative thinker and a remarkably captivating presence in the realm of professional wrestling.
Bray Wyatt’s departure marks a significant loss to both the wrestling community and his countless admirers. His character, known for its distinctiveness and originality, left an indelible mark on the world of sports entertainment. As news of his passing reverberates, fans, friends, and colleagues alike remember Wyatt’s contributions and mourn the untimely loss of a visionary figure in the world of wrestling. The Rotunda family and wrestling aficionados worldwide are united in their grief, cherishing the legacy that Bray Wyatt leaves behind.
