Professional wrestler Benjamin Satterley, known to global audiences as Pac, has passed away at the age of 40. All Elite Wrestling (AEW) confirmed the loss of the English star, whose career left a lasting impact on the wrestling industry across multiple international promotions. “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, extending condolences to his family, friends and fans.
Born in Newcastle upon Tyne, Satterley entered the professional scene in 2004. He gained significant notoriety during his tenure in WWE under the name Neville, earning acclaim as the “King of the Cruiserweights” and “The Man That Gravity Forgot” due to his explosive, high-flying athletic style. Since joining AEW in 2019, he remained a prominent figure, competing in 147 matches with a record of 94 wins, 47 losses, and four draws. According to “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,”, AEW in its announcement Sunday night.
Reflecting on his contributions, AEW lauded Satterley’s ability to captivate audiences with his innovative aerial maneuvers and technical skill. His tenure with the company included significant milestones, such as becoming the inaugural AEW All-Atlantic Champion in 2022. In 2024, he achieved further success at Wembley Stadium, capturing the AEW World Trios Championship alongside teammates Claudio Castagnoli and Wheeler Yuta. Discovery, the parent company of.
The circumstances surrounding his death have not been disclosed. The announcement followed Satterley’s recent appearance at the AEW “All Out” pay-per-view event near Chicago, where he competed against Andrade El Ídolo.
The wrestling community has responded with widespread tributes. Nick Wayne, the youngest champion in AEW history, described Satterley as one of the greatest innovators in the sport, noting that he deeply valued the wrestler’s guidance and positive outlook. Fellow English wrestler Will Ospreay called him the country’s greatest export and a remarkable human being. Advice, and positive thoughts going into things is something I always cherished,” Wayne wrote on X. “PAC is one of the greatest innovators and Professional Wrestlers to ever do it.”, satterley’s “conversations.
International organizations also paid their respects. New Japan Pro-Wrestling expressed deep sadness over the loss, while the Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) recognized his extraordinary professionalism and the respect he maintained during his appearances in Mexico. Satterley had performed for various major global promotions, including Dragongate.
This loss follows the recent death of fellow AEW wrestler Andy Williams—known professionally as The Butcher—who was 48 when he died after collapsing at an independent match in Pennsylvania.
