Former WWE champion Bray Wyatt, aka Windham Rotunda, passes away at the age of 36.
The Announcement
Paul 'Triple H' Levesque confirms the tragic news on X, previously known as Twitter.
Rise to Stardom
Rotunda joined WWE in 2009 and became a mainstay by 2010 as 'Husky Harris'. His breakthrough came in 2014 with the introduction of The Wyatt Family.
The Fiend Emerges
Bray Wyatt introduced 'The Fiend', a dark, supernatural character, and also hosted the kid-centric Firefly Funhouse
Career Highlights
Rotunda was a two-time WWE champion with iconic matches against Randy Orton, John Cena, and The Undertaker
The Charismatic Enigma
Known for catchphrases 'Follow the Buzzards' and 'He's got the whole world in his hands', Wyatt showcased an unmatched ability to command the audience.
The Return and Hiatus
Rotunda's triumphant return in 2022 was cut short. A mysterious 'Uncle Howdy' angle and a scrapped WrestleMania 39 match with Bobby Lashley marked his last WWE storylines.
Personal Struggles
Reports surfaced about Rotunda's serious illness around the time of his hiatus, which led to his extended absence from the ring.
Legacy of a Wrestling Family
Rotunda hailed from a wrestling dynasty including his uncles, father 'Irwin R Shyster', and brother Bo Dallas
Mourning a Legend
Rotunda is survived by his wife Jojo, with whom he shares two children, and two children from his previous marriage