Wwe Star Bray Wyatt Dies At 36

Bray Wyatt, one of the most popular and charismatic WWE stars, also known as The Fiend, has died at the age of 36 after battling a ‘life threatening’ illness, according to wrestling legend Triple H, who announced the tragic news on X, formerly called Twitter.

The wrestling world is in mourning following the tragic news of the death of WWE superstar Bray Wyatt. The wrestler, whose real name was Windham Rotunda, passed away on Thursday, August 24, at the age of 36. Wyatt had been battling a "life-threatening" illness, which was exacerbated by COVID-19, according to reports. However, Wrestling reporter Sean Ross Sapp posted on X that Wyatt died from a heart attack. [caption id="attachment_8693" align="aligncenter" width="594"] Wyatt died from a heart attack. | Source: Google[/caption]

Bray Wyatt’s career and achievements

[caption id="attachment_8689" align="aligncenter" width="635"] Bray Wyatt. | Source: Dailymail[/caption] Born Windham Lawrence Rotunda, Bray Wyatt followed in the footsteps of his grandpa, Blackjack Mulligan, father, Mike Rotunda, and uncle, Barry Windham, all professional wrestlers. As Husky Harris, a member of The Nexus, he debuted in the WWE in 2009. Later, he rebranded as Bray Wyatt and became the head of the cultish Wyatt Family (which included Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, and Braun Strowman, which caused widespread panic among WWE's roster. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="714"] Bray Wyatt with the Wyatt Family; Braun Strowman (left), Erick Rowan (middle), and Luke Harper (right). | Source: Google[/caption] Wyatt was well-known for his original character, tremendous in-ring abilities, and eerie, intriguing promos. The WWE Championship, the Universal Championship, and the Raw Tag Team Championship were just a few of the titles he won during his stint in WWE. His matches and feuds with WWE legends like John Cena, The Undertaker, Randy Orton, Roman Reigns, and Daniel Bryan are among the most memorable in the company's history. The Fiend, Wyatt's evil alter ego, was the most recognizable thing he made in 2019. The Fiend's spooky and horror-themed gimmick, complete with grand entrances, special effects, and cinematic matches, made him one of the most memorable and divisive characters in WWE annals. The Fiend also hosted a kids' show called Firefly Fun House, where he showed off his wicked sense of humor and twisted persona through his interactions with a variety of puppets. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="474"] The Fiend. | Credit: Geek Vibes Nation. | Source: Google[/caption]

Watch Bray Wyatt make his menacing entrance on The Grandest Stage of Them All: WrestleMania 30

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Wyatt's Absence from WWE Programming

Since his victory over LA Knight in the Mountain Dew Pitch Black Match at the Royal Rumble in January, Wyatt has been absent from WWE programming. He had reportedly been given the green light to return to the ring, therefore his return was on the horizon. Yet, WWE management reportedly worked closely with Wyatt to take additional precautions to safeguard his long-term health because his sickness was both career- and life-threatening. [caption id="attachment_8694" align="aligncenter" width="549"] Bray Wyatt dies after his Wyatt brother, Luke Harper who died in December 2020. | Source: Google[/caption]

Wyatt's Death: Announcement, Tributes, and Reactions

Many in the wrestling industry have expressed their shock and sadness over Wyatt's death, and tributes to him have been posted online quickly. After receiving a phone call from Wyatt's father, WWE Hall of Famer Mike Rotunda, Paul "Triple H" Levesque, 14-time World Champion and WWE Chief Content Officer, revealed Wyatt's death on X (previously known as Twitter). https://twitter.com/TripleH/status/1694840084091023529?s=20 WWE legend turned Hollywood film star Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson tweeted out: 'I'm 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. https://twitter.com/TheRock/status/1694857108033089666?s=20 Wyatt leaves behind his two daughters with ex-wife Samantha Rotunda and his fiancée, WWE ring announcer JoJo, and their two children. His legacy will live on in the memories of those who knew him and the fans who loved him.