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Death of professional wrestler PAC
Overview
Professional wrestler Benjamin Satterley, known globally as PAC or Neville, died at age 40 on September 27, 2026. His body was discovered in a rental car in Des Plaines, Illinois, following his appearance at the AEW All Out event in Chicago.
Authorities have stated that no foul play is suspected, though the official cause of death remains undetermined pending further laboratory tests by the Cook County Medical Examiner’s office. Satterley had competed in his final match against Andrade El Idolo in Hoffman Estates just one day prior to his passing.
Following the news, the wrestling community issued various tributes. Andrade El Idolo, Satterley’s final opponent, shared an emotional tribute and noted that Satterley had expressed excitement about returning to London to see his family. WWE honored his former role as NXT Champion with memorial graphics during its RAW and NXT broadcasts, while AEW dedicated a special episode of Dynamite to honor his life and legacy. TNA Wrestling also planned a memorial segment.
Industry figures have expressed condolences, with Dwayne Johnson and Drew McIntyre praising his talent and character. AEW commentator Tony Schiavone suggested that Satterley’s signature finishing move, the ‘Black Arrow,’ should be retired in his honor. Additionally, Jeff Jarrett shared details of his final conversation with Satterley, describing a lighthearted encounter in a catering area prior to AEW All Out that centered on rugby and soccer.
Entities
AEW · PAC · Benjamin Satterley · Andrade El Idolo · Jeff Jarrett
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 3 SOURCES] AEW confirmed the passing of Benjamin Satterley, known professionally as PAC. dosdossolodos.com · www.cagesideseats.com · superluchas.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] PAC's final professional wrestling match was against Andrade at the AEW All Out event in Chicago. dosdossolodos.com · www.cagesideseats.com · superluchas.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Andrade learned of PAC's death via a phone call from wrestler Penta. dosdossolodos.com · www.cagesideseats.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] PAC was found deceased in a vehicle in a restaurant parking lot in Des Plaines, Illinois. superluchas.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Benjamin Satterley was 40 years old at the time of his death. superluchas.com
Timeline
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[CULTURE] 5 sourcesJeff Jarrett recalls final conversation with PAC
Jeff Jarrett recalled his final, lighthearted conversation with the late professional wrestler PAC (Benjamin Satterley) during a chance meeting at AEW All Out.
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[SPORTS] 18 sourcesBenjamin Satterley, known as PAC, dies at age 40
Professional wrestler Benjamin Satterley, known as PAC or Neville, has died at age 40. Police found no signs of foul play in his death near Chicago, and wrestling promotions are holding tributes.
Sources
athletistic.com · bhaskarlive.in · cagesideseats.com · dosdossolodos.com · fightful.com · hindi.sportskeeda.com · pwmania.com · si.com · slamwrestling.net · socialnews.xyz · sportskeeda.com · superluchas.com · tennews.in · wrestlepurists.com · wrestlezone.com · wrestling-radio.com · wrestlingheadlines.com · wrestlinginc.com · wrestlingnewsreport.com
This summary has been updated 2 times: see revision history