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AEW wrestling star Benjamin Satterley, known as Pac, dies at 40 - CNN

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AEW wrestling star Benjamin Satterley, known as Pac, dies at 40 - CNN
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Professional wrestler Benjamin Satterley, known as Pac, has passed away at the age of 40. Satterley was a prominent figure in AEW and WWE, celebrated for his high-flying wrestling style.

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The death of a high-profile athlete impacts the professional wrestling community and highlights ongoing concerns regarding the health and longevity of performers.

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Benjamin Satterley, an English wrestling star known by his ring name Pac, has died at 40, according to All Elite Wrestling. “A native of Newcastle upon Tyne, England, Satterley began his wrestling career in 2004 and went on to perform for wrestling organizations all over the world, captivating fans with innovative high-flying moves and incredible in-ring ability,” said AEW in its announcement Sunday night. “Pac signed with All Elite Wrestling in 2019 and held multiple AEW Championships and competed in some of the most memorable matches in AEW history,” it said, extending condolences to his family, friends and fans. He previously wrestled for WWE under the ring name Neville, and became known for his aerial attacks and explosive style – earning himself nicknames like “King of the Cruiserweights” and “The Man That Gravity Forgot.” The circumstances and cause of his death were not provided.

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