The Wyatt family rose to stardom back in 2012 and have become a staple in the WWE world.
WWE star Bray Wyatt has tragically passed away aged 36. The company’s chief content officer, Triple H, announced the sad news on social media.
He wrote: “Just received a call from WWE Hall of Famer Mike Rotunda who informed us of the tragic news that our WWE family member for life Windham Rotunda – also known as Bray Wyatt – unexpectedly passed earlier today. Our thoughts are with his family and we ask that everyone respect their privacy at this time.”
Wyatt is survived by his his fiance WWE ring announcer JoJo and their two children.
The WWE superstar had many iconic moments inside the WWE ring, with many being familiar with the ‘Wyatt Family.’
Here’s a breaks down everything you need to know about the Wyatt family.
Who are the Wyatt family?
The Wyatt Family was an American professional wrestling group in WWE.
They debuted on WWE in November 2012, with two members going on to win the NXT Tag Team Championship.
They then went on to debut on the main roster in July 2013 as a villainous group who would terrorise other WWE wrestlers.
What are the names of the Wyatt family?
The Wyatt family was originally made up of Bray Wyatt, Erick Rowan, and Luke Harper, however this went on to change.
The original group began to go their separate ways in September 2014, after Wyatt announced he was “setting Harper and Rowan free”.
In July 2015, the family reunited, with Braun Strowman joining.
Strowman was later withdrawn in 2016 but later that year Randy Orton joined and The Wyatt Family won the SmackDown Tag Team Championship.
As of 2023, only Randy Orton and Braun Strowman currently work with WWE.
Why did the Wyatt family break up?
The Wyatt family has changed up multiple times over the years.
Reasons for this include reported feuds as well as WWE just wanting to mix it up.
The regular disbanding of the group also leaves them being able to reform at any time.
What’s been said on Bray Wyatt’s death?
WWE legend Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has led the tributes to Wyatt.
‘I’m heartbroken over the news of Bray Wyatt’s passing. Always had tremendous respect and love for him and the Rotunda family.’ he wrote. ‘Loved his presence, promos, in ring work and connection with [WWE] universe.
‘Very unique, cool and rare character, which is hard to create in our crazy world of pro wrestling. Still processing losing the goat, Terry Funk yesterday and now Bray today.’
‘My love, light, strength & mana to the Rotunda family and Funk family during this tough, heartbreaking time.’
Wrestling icon, Ric Flair reflected on Wyatt’s death a day after he had broken the news of the passing of his friend and fellow great Terry Funk.
‘When Your Great Friend And Someone Your Son’s Age Dies Within 2 Days,’ he wrote. ‘It Really Makes Me Reflect & Think About Life! Don’t Take Any Second For Granted! Rest In Peace Terry Funk & Bray Wyatt!’
Tributes continued to come in from all over the wrestling world. From commentator and retired pro wrestler Mick Foley to 14-time world tag team champion Matt Hardy.
Hardy said: ‘Absolutely shattered to learn that my friend, Windham Rotunda, has passed away. It’s devastating to think he left us at only 36 years young. My condolences go out to his family, wife & children. I’m so sorry, my compeer. Miss you already.’
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