Pro wrestlers mourn the passing of AEW star PAC
Pro wrestlers and fans are mourning the passing of AEW wrestler PAC after his death at the age of 40.
Benjamin Satterley, known as PAC, died at 40, AEW announced on Sept. 27. His death came only a day after the company's All Out pay-per-view, which he participated in. Satterley had recently wrestled the opening bout of the event before his passing. The wrestler's sudden demise also marked the same week as the celebration of life for his fellow AEW wrestler, The Butcher Andy Williams, who passed away on Sept. 5, 2026.
Born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, Satterley began his wrestling career in 2004, gaining recognition in promotions like Ring of Honor, CHIKARA, and Dragongate. Renowned for his high-flying style, raw athleticism, and technical prowess, he was often referred to as "the man that gravity forgot." Prior to joining AEW in 2019, Satterley wrestled for WWE's developmental program NXT in 2012, later becoming one-half of NXT's inaugural Tag Team Champions and a one-time NXT Champion.
In 2015, he made his way to WWE's main roster, adopting the name Neville and claiming two Cruiserweight Championships.
Upon his return to AEW, Satterley earned the moniker "The Bastard" and went on to become the company's inaugural International Champion, a two-time World Trios Champion, and briefly AEW's first double champion. His Death Riders stablemate Marina Shafir paid tribute to him at an indie event, calling him "our bastard" and praising his modesty and fascination. Fellow wrestlers, fans, and even his hometown team Newcastle United mourned his passing on social media.
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