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PAC s Untimely Death Shocks Wrestling Community

PUBLISHED Oct 16, 2026, 11:39 PM ET

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PAC s Untimely Death Shocks Wrestling Community

Benjamin Satterley, known worldwide as PAC, died of bronchial asthma on September twenty‑seven, twenty‑twenty‑six, after his final match at AEW All‑Out. The Cook County Medical Examiner ruled the death natural, with no foul play suspected. PAC, who debuted in England in two thousand and four, later joined WWE in two thousand and twelve, becoming a two‑time Cruiserweight Champion and NXT Champion. In two thousand and nineteen he signed with AEW, capturing the inaugural All‑Atlantic Championship in two thousand and twenty‑two and twice winning the World Trios Championship. His passing has left fans, colleagues, and the wrestling industry mourning a high‑flying talent whose career spanned over twenty‑two years.

By Lauren B. | JQJO News

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2026-10-17 — PAC s Untimely Death Shocks Wrestling Community

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