AEW confirms PAC death at 40: British star Benjamin Satterley dies as details surrounding his passing remain unclear

The PAC cause of death has not been disclosed, and fans are left with more questions than facts. All Elite Wrestling announced on social media on Sunday night that Benjamin Satterley had died at 40. The statement gave no details about how or where.The news hit hard because of how close it came to All Out. The two-time cruiserweight champion had worked the opening match in Chicago on Saturday night, a National Championship challenge against Andrade El Idolo, and lost. Then came Sunday's brief, heartbreaking announcement.PAC cause of death: what is known so farBenjamin Satterley's death was announced by AEW on Sunday night, first through its social media accounts.The questions are loud because the calendar is so tight. PAC worked All Out in Chicago on Saturday, opening the show against Andrade El Idolo for the AEW National Championship.In its statement, AEW posted a heartfelt tribute. "All Elite Wrestling is saddened to announce the passing of Benjamin Satterley, aka Pac. A native of Newcastle upon Tyne, England, Satterley began his wrestling career in 2004 and went on to perform for wrestling organizations all over the world, captivating fans with innovative high-flying moves and incredible in-ring ability."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. Our condolences go out to Satterley’s family, friends and fans."Until AEW, his family or an official source says more, any explanation is a guess.Beyond the PAC cause of death: a career built on high-flying offenseSatterley started in the ring in 2004 and spent the 2000s building a name on the international circuit. WWE signed him in 2012. Working as Neville, he became a standout in NXT, where his Red Arrow finisher drew big reactions. Yahoo Sports recalls his tagline, "The Man That Gravity Forgot," which suited his style.The titles followed. He held the NXT Championship, won the NXT tag team titles twice and took the cruiserweight title twice. He is the only two-time WWE cruiserweight champion and the longest-reigning one.His WWE exit is told two ways. A reported walkout during a Raw taping in 2017, while Yahoo Sports lists his release in 2018. Either way, the Newcastle native spent about a year on the independent circuit before joining AEW in 2019 and returning to the PAC name.In AEW, he became the first All-Atlantic Champion, a belt now called the International Championship. He also won the World Trios titles twice, teaming with Penta and Rey Fenix as Death Triangle. He spent his final days with the Death Riders.It has been a heavy year for the promotion. Fans are still far from moving on from the death of former AEW wrestler Andy Williams, known as The Butcher, earlier in 2026.Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news, check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.