The world of professional wrestling has seen its fair share of tragedy over the last two decades, as several talented wrestlers lost have left us far too soon. In this article, we pay tribute to these fallen stars, remembering their contributions to the industry, their causes of death, and notable career highlights. Wrestlers Lost in the Last 20 Years
Wrestlers Lost
1. **Eddie Guerrero**
– Age at Death: 38
– Cause of Death: Heart failure due to atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
– Notable Career Highlights: WWE Champion, Intercontinental Champion, and beloved for his “Latino Heat” persona.
2. **Chris Benoit**
– Age at Death: 40
– Cause of Death: Committed murder-suicide by hanging
– Notable Career Highlights: Multiple-time World Champion and regarded as one of the greatest technical wrestlers.
3. **Umaga (Eddie Fatu)**
– Age at Death: 36
– Cause of Death: Acute toxicity from combined hydrocodone, carisoprodol, and diazepam use
– Notable Career Highlights: WWE Intercontinental Champion and part of the famous Samoan wrestling dynasty.
4. **Test (Andrew Martin)**
– Age at Death: 33
– Cause of Death: Accidental overdose of oxycodone
– Notable Career Highlights: Multiple-time WWE Tag Team Champion and known for his impressive strength.
5. **Balls Mahoney (Jonathan Rechner)**
– Age at Death: 44
– Cause of Death: Heart attack
– Notable Career Highlights: ECW Tag Team Champion and known for his hardcore wrestling style.
6. **Chris Kanyon (Chris Klucsarits)**
– Age at Death: 40
– Cause of Death: Suicide by overdose of prescription pills
– Notable Career Highlights: WCW United States Champion and innovator of the “Innovator of Offense” gimmick.
7. **Lance Cade (Lance McNaught)**
– Age at Death: 29
– Cause of Death: Heart failure due to intoxication from mixed drugs
– Notable Career Highlights: WWE Tag Team Champion alongside Trevor Murdoch.
8. **Viscera (Nelson Frazier Jr.)**
– Age at Death: 43
– Cause of Death: Heart attack
– Notable Career Highlights: WWE Hardcore Champion and the massive King of the Ring in 1995.
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9. **Bam Bam Bigelow**
– Age at Death: 45
– Cause of Death: Drug overdose
– Notable Career Highlights: ECW World Heavyweight Champion and memorable for his agility despite his size.
10. **Crash Holly (Michael Lockwood)**
– Age at Death: 32
– Cause of Death: Apparent suicide by asphyxiation
– Notable Career Highlights: WWE Hardcore Champion, known for his 24/7 Hardcore Title defenses.
11. **Test (Andrew Martin)**
– Age at Death: 33
– Cause of Death: Accidental overdose of oxycodone
– Notable Career Highlights: Multiple-time WWE Tag Team Champion and known for his impressive strength.
12. **Brian Christopher (Brian Lawler)**
– Age at Death: 46
– Cause of Death: Suicide by hanging in jail
– Notable Career Highlights: WWE Tag Team Champion as “Too Cool” with Rikishi.
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Conclusion
The wrestling world has bid farewell to these talented individuals over the last 20 years, each leaving behind their own unique legacy. While their causes of death are often tragic, it’s important to remember the moments of joy and excitement they provided to fans during their wrestling careers. As we pay our respects to these fallen stars, we honor the indelible mark they left on the world of professional wrestling.
