AEW Star PAC Dies at 40: Details on the Death of Benjamin Satterley
- Benjamin Satterley, the 40-year-old professional wrestler known as PAC, was found inside a vehicle outside a restaurant in Des Plaines, Illinois, on September 27.
- Paramedics attempted treatment, but he was subsequently pronounced dead at the scene.
- The timing of the tragedy added profound shock to the wrestling community, coming just one day after Satterley competed at AEW All Out in Chicago.
Benjamin Satterley, the 40-year-old professional wrestler known as PAC, was found inside a vehicle outside a restaurant in Des Plaines, Illinois, on September 27. The All Elite Wrestling star’s sudden death was confirmed by his promotion, though an official cause of death has not yet been publicly released by authorities.
Investigation and Verified Details in Des Plaines
Paramedics attempted treatment, but he was subsequently pronounced dead at the scene. Local authorities have stated that preliminary checks revealed no sign of foul play. However, official details regarding the exact circumstances surrounding his death remain under active examination by investigators.
Final In-Ring Appearance at AEW All Out
The timing of the tragedy added profound shock to the wrestling community, coming just one day after Satterley competed at AEW All Out in Chicago. At that September 26 event, he faced Andrade El Ídolo in a bout for the AEW National Championship. Observers noted that his performance displayed the exact intensity and elite athleticism that established his reputation across the industry.
Legacy of a Pioneering High-Flyer
Born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, Satterley entered professional wrestling in 2004 and quickly evolved into one of the world’s premier high-flyers. Before joining AEW, he competed extensively in WWE under the ring name Neville, where he captured both the NXT Championship and the Cruiserweight Championship. Following his 2019 arrival in AEW, he emerged as a foundational talent for the company, earning the distinction of becoming the inaugural AEW International Champion before later capturing the AEW World Trios Championship. Colleagues and fans across the globe continue to remember him for his unmatched speed, technical precision, and lasting influence on a new generation of performers.