Virgil cause of death, Age, Wife, Children, Net Worth, Illness.
Michael Jones better known by his ring name Virgil, was an American professional wrestler and actor.
He was best known for his eight-year tenure in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), primarily as Ted DiBiase’s personal assistant.
In his four-year tenure in World Championship Wrestling (WCW), he wrestled with the ring names Vincent, Curly Bill, Shane and Mr. Jones; where he primarily was a member of the nWo.
Since retirement Jones had continued to be a part of pop culture where he became relevant on social media as the subject of viral memes.
Virgil cause of death
Wrestling referee Mark Charles III, known as THe Count, announced news of Jones’ death in a Facebook post.
“My dear friends, it is with great sorrow that I bring news from the Jones family of the passing of our beloved Michael Jones, whom we know and loved as Virgil, Vincent, Soul Train Jones and more,” the post reads. “Virgil passed peacefully at the hospital this morning and I ask that you pray for him and for his family. May his memory be eternal!”
Jones’ health had deteriorated over the years. In 2022, he suffered two strokes and was diagnosed with dementia. Earlier in the year, Jones had announced he’d been diagnosed with stage II colon cancer. Late last year, Jones set up a GoFundMe, seeking aid for minor expenses.
Virgil Age
Michael Jones was born on June 13, 1962, in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania. He died on February 28, 2024 at age of 61.
Virgil Parents
Michael Jones was born to Warren Jones Sr. and Elizabeth Jones. He had two older brothers, Warren Jr. and Donald, and a sister.
Virgil Wife
At the time of Wife’s death, she was not known to have been married and her recent relationship status was also unclear.
Virgil children
Michael Jones was not known to be a father, at least not publicly.
Virgil Net Worth
Virgil, the wrestler whose real name is Michael Jones, has an estimated net worth of $1 million – $2 million.
Virgil Illness
Virgil, the wrestler whose real name is Michael Jones, had been dealing with several health issues before his passing.
He was diagnosed with dementia in 2022. He also suffered two major strokes. There were reports of Virgil having stage one gastrointestinal cancer around the same time as his dementia diagnosis.
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