Owen Hart’s Tragic Death: Owen Hart fell 78 feet into the ring during a stunt at the Over the Edge pay-per-view on May 23, 1999, resulting in his death from blunt force trauma at age 34.
Perro Aguayo Jr.’s Fatal Injury: Mexican wrestling legend Perro Aguayo Jr. died on March 21, 2015, after suffering a cervical spine injury during a match with Rey Mysterio.
Mitsuharu Misawa’s Fatal Incident: Japanese wrestling icon Mitsuharu Misawa collapsed and died from spinal trauma after a routine back suplex during a match on June 13, 2009.
Shad Gaspard’s Heroic Sacrifice: Shad Gaspard drowned on May 17, 2020, after saving his son from a rip tide at Venice Beach, choosing to sacrifice his life for his 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥’s safety.
Gary Albright’s Sudden Collapse: Wrestler Gary Albright suffered a heart attack and collapsed during a match on January 7, 2000, leading to his death at age 36.
The Von Erich Family’s Tragic Legacy: The Von Erich family, known for their wrestling legacy, faced multiple tragedies, including the deaths of brothers David, Mike, and Kerry, who all died young under tragic circumstances.
Bruiser Brody’s Murder: Wrestling legend Bruiser Brody was stabbed to death in a locker room in Puerto Rico on July 17, 1988, during a confrontation, with the assailant acquitted of all charges.