Benjamin Satterly, better known in the wrestling world as Pac, has passed away at the age of 40, as confirmed by All Elite Wrestling (AEW) on Sunday night via social media. AEW expressed their sorrow over the loss, highlighting Satterly’s origins from Newcastle upon Tyne, England, and his wrestling journey that began in 2004. Throughout his career, he performed internationally and gained acclaim for his dynamic high-flying techniques and exceptional skills inside the ring. Since joining AEW in 2019, Pac secured several championships and participated in some of the promotion’s most unforgettable matches. The organization extended its heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and fans. At the time of the announcement, no information regarding the cause of Satterly’s death had been released.
Satterly’s final match took place on Saturday night during AEW All Out 2026, where he competed in the event opener against Andrade El Idolo for the National Championship. Known as a member of the Death Riders, Pac was previously the AEW World Trios Champion and the first AEW All-Atlantic Champion— a title that was later renamed the AEW International Championship. Before his AEW tenure, he had an impactful career in WWE under the ring name Adrian Neville, capturing titles such as the NXT Championship, NXT Tag Team Championship, and the Cruiserweight Championship. Wrestling Inc. extends sympathy to all who knew and admired Satterly during this difficult period.
Fan Take: Pac’s passing is a tremendous loss for the wrestling community, as he was a unique talent who pushed the boundaries of in-ring performance and storytelling. His absence will be felt deeply by fans and peers alike, but his legacy will continue to inspire wrestlers and elevate the sport for years to come.
Source: www.wrestlinginc.com
