Pro Wrestler Benjamin Satterley (Pac) Dies of Asthma Complications at 40
Benjamin Satterley, the wrestler known as Pac, died at 40 from bronchial asthma, with the Cook County medical examiner ruling the death natural.
Benjamin Satterley, internationally recognized as Pac, was found dead on September 27 in Des Plaines, Illinois, just a day after competing at All Elite Wrestling's All Out pay-per-view. The Cook County medical one outlet confirmed bronchial asthma as the cause and listed the manner of death as natural. Born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, Satterley rose through the British independent circuit before achieving fame in Japan and the United States, performing for All Elite Wrestling, World Wrestling Entertainment (as Adrian Neville), New Japan Pro-Wrestling and Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre.
Colleagues, including Marina Shafir of the Death Riders stable, remembered his humility and impact on the sport. AEW dedicated an emotional segment on its Dynamite broadcast to celebrate his career, referring to him as "the man that gravity forgot." His family released a statement emphasizing his integrity, devotion to his family, and affection for his sausage-dog son, Wolfie, while his wife Natalie posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram.
Why it matters
The death of a globally recognized wrestler highlights health risks in high-intensity sports and resonates with fans worldwide.
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