English Wrestling star Benjamin Satterley, known as Pac, dies at 40

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English professional wrestling star Benjamin Satterley, recognised worldwide by his ring name Pac, has passed away at the age of 40, All Elite Wrestling announced on Sunday.

“A native of Newcastle upon Tyne, England, Satterley began his wrestling career in 2004 and went on to perform for wrestling organisations all over the world, captivating fans with innovative high-flying moves and incredible in-ring ability,” said AEW in its announcement Sunday night.

“Pac signed with All Elite Wrestling in 2019 and held multiple AEW Championships and competed in some of the most memorable matches in AEW history,” it said.

He previously wrestled for WWE under the ring name Neville, and became known for his aerial attacks and explosive style – earning himself nicknames like “King of the Cruiserweights” and “The Man That Gravity Forgot.”

Tributes flow in from across the wrestling industry

During his illustrious tenure, Satterley made history as the first AEW All-Atlantic Champion in 2022 before it changed into the International Championship. He also claimed the AEW World Trios Championship alongside Claudio Castagnoli and Wheeler Yuta at Wembley Stadium in 2024. His passing follows closely behind the death of fellow AEW star Andy Williams, who recently died at 48.

Tributes immediately flooded social media from colleagues and major promotions. Fellow AEW star Nick Wayne shared fond memories on X, stating:

“Conversations, advice, and positive thoughts going into things is something I always cherished. PAC is one of the greatest innovators and Professional Wrestlers to ever do it.” Wayne wrote on X.

Will Ospreay, also an English wrestler signed with AEW, who has faced Satterley many times in the ring, posted on X that Satterley was “the greatest export from our country. Also the greatest human being.”

Since joining AEW in 2019, Satterley had wrestled in 147 matches, with 94 wins, 47 losses, and four draws, according to the AEW website.

He also wrestled for Japanese promotions Dragongate and New Japan Pro-Wrestling, as well as the Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre. After the news of his death, New Japan said it was “deeply saddened” by his passing, expressing its sympathies for his friends and family.

(With inputs from agencies)

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