AEW Wrestler Pac, Benjamin Satterley, Dies After Competing for National Championship All Elite Wrestling mourns the death of Benjamin Satterley, known as Pac, who passed away one day after competing for the AEW National Championship. All Elite Wrestling announced the death of Benjamin Satterley, known in the ring as Pac, on Sunday, September 27, 2026. The news came one day after Satterley competed for the AEW National Championship in the opening match of AEW's event at the Now Arena on Saturday, September 26, which aired live on pay-per-view globally. A native of Newcastle upon Tyne, England, Satterley began his wrestling career in 2004 and performed for organizations worldwide, captivating fans with innovative high-flying moves and incredible in-ring ability. AEW Career and ChampionshipsPac signed with All Elite Wrestling in 2019 and held multiple AEW championships. He was the inaugural AEW International Champion and held one-third of the AEW Trios Championship. He was also part of the popular faction the Death Riders alongside former AEW World Champion. AEW said in a statement that Pac competed in some of the most memorable matches in AEW history.Before joining AEW, Satterley competed as the high-flying Neville in WWE from 2012 to 2018. He is a former WWE NXT Champion and Cruiserweight Champion. His career spanned over two decades, earning him respect across the wrestling world.Tributes from Wrestling CommunityStars from WWE and AEW mourned Satterley's death in social media tributes late Sunday and early Monday, September 28. One tribute called him the greatest export from our country and the greatest human being, adding that it was an honor to share the ring with him and that he was a hero to many. Another said Pac was always respectful and kind, especially during his time at NXT when they worked together a lot.Natalya Neidhart remembered that every time TJ was in the ring with him, he wanted to make Ben proud and be his absolute best. She said that always stayed with her and spoke to the kind of person he was. She offered condolences to Pac's family, friends, and everyone who loved him, calling it an immeasurable loss and expressing gratitude for having known him.Other Wrestling and Entertainment LossesSatterley's death comes just one day after he competed for the AEW National Championship. In a separate incident, professional wrestler Andy Williams, known as The Butcher, died on Saturday, September 5, after a tag-team match in Pennsylvania, according to TMZ. The Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Williams died after an undisclosed medical emergency. He was 48.Williams and his partner, Jesse, previously competed as a tag team. The wrestling community has faced multiple losses this year. In June, legendary music executive Clive Davis died at age 94 following a hospitalization for an upper respiratory infection. The following month, G.R.L. member Lauren Bennett died at age 37, while singer Bonnie Tyler died at 75. Emergency! actor Randolph Mantooth and Police Academy actor Satterley also passed away.The deaths have prompted an outpouring of grief from fans and colleagues. AEW's statement highlighted Satterley's contributions to the sport, noting his innovative style and memorable matches. His legacy includes championship reigns and a lasting impact on professional wrestling.