The WWE has announced the passing of Bray Wyatt, a prominent figure in the wrestling world. Wyatt, whose real name was Windham Rotunda, unexpectedly passed on Thursday, August 24 at the age of 36. 

The WWE’s official statement did not provide details regarding the cause of his untimely death.

However, it is now being reported by Sean Ross Sapp that Rotunda’s death can be attributed to a heart attack, which was exacerbated by pre-existing heart problems and a previous battle with COVID-19.

In a solemn message, the WWE expressed its deep sorrow over the loss of Wyatt. As “The Fiend,” he left an indelible mark on the sport and its fans. His final appearance on television was during the 2023 Royal Rumble. He had been absent from WWE programming since then.

In 2017, Bray Wyatt achieved a milestone by winning the WWE championship. He secured this prestigious title after defeating both John Cena and AJ Styles, the two preceding titleholders, as reported by CBS Sports.

Born into a wrestling family with a deep-rooted legacy, Rotunda embarked on his WWE journey within Florida Championship Wrestling. Under the name Husky Harris, Rotunda played a significant role in the 2010 Nexus storyline, engaging in feuds with John Cena and collaborating with CM Punk.

However, Rotunda’s true ascent to stardom began with a rebranding effort following the conclusion of the Nexus narrative. Returning to developmental, now under the persona of Wyatt, he crafted the enigmatic character of Bray Wyatt, drawing inspiration from the bayou and its eerie mystique. He led a faction known as the Wyatt Family during the early 2010s, alongside the late Jon Huber (Luke Harper), Erick Rowan, and eventually Braun Strowman. This faction played a pivotal role as adversaries to the formidable Shield stable, consisting of Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and Dean Ambrose.

Many of Rotunda’s friends and teammates from the WWE have come out in a show of support as the community mourns this loss.