The WWE legend has also ventured in the entertainment industry and proved his acting capabilities with blockbuster movies like Guardians of the Galaxy film series and Avengers: Infinity War.His other notable films include House of the Rising Sun and Blade Runner 2049. Sara Lee, winner of Season 6 of WWEs Tough Enough reality series, is dead at the age of 30, her mother announced Thursday. Sara Lee, winner of 2015's 'Tough Enough' died at the age of 30, her mother announced. King Kong Bundy passed away on March 4th, 2019. The Rock and many other legends paid their tributes to him. Del The Patriot Wilkes passed away on June 30th, 2021. According to the Gwinnett County Medical Examiner, the professional wrestler died of an apparent gunshot wound to the chest. Oro was . Though it has not been officially declared what caused Sara Lee's sudden death, a recent post of the WWE wrestler hinted at trouble with her infected sinuses. Hana Kimura, who emerged as a celebrity while wrestling professionally in Japan . Al hacer clic en Aceptar todo, aceptas que Yahoo y nuestros socios procesarn tu informacin personal y utilizarn tecnologas como cookies para presentarte anuncios y contenido personalizados, evaluar anuncios y contenido, obtener datos clave sobre la audiencia y desarrollar productos. The two battled at SummerSlam 1989 and again at Survivor Series that year. They did so in the form of Trish . Fellow wrestler Bull James organized a GoFundMe for Lees family. His victory against Harlekin & Vito Fratelli in a tag team match, teaming with Solar Jr. at a Hex Wrestling Promotions event was his last match. It's a huge noticeable difference from the make CAWs. Former WWE wrestler Sara Lee . 4. By Sai Mohan / Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 6:18 am EST. Participants had to partake in professional wrestling training and compete for a contract with WWE, which went to the winner of the show. She leaves behind a husband, Cory Weston (Wesley Blake) and three children. Legendary female pro wrestler from Japan, known for her daredevil moves and charismatic style. Lee shot to fame in the 2015-16 season of the reality TV show Tough Enough. Passing away at age 41 from a non-COVID-related lung issue, Lee's death has sent shockwaves through the industry. She was 46. He held several championships with the National Wrestling Alliance . Sara Lee of WWE "Tough Enough" appears on an episode in 2015. Haz clic en Gestionar ajustes para obtener ms informacin y gestionar tus opciones. We've received your submission. 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On Tuesday, Lee posted to Instagram that she was recovering from a sinus infection. That includes seemingly devouring a live chicken on national television. You made me giggle. He retired in 1991 and died on Jan. 15, 2020. 89-year-old former wrestler and martial artist Gene LeBell passed away in his sleep on August 9, 2022. For these lost superstars, it is important to remember and honor all the heroes and villains who died in2020 and celebrate the joy they brought to fans around the world. In professional wrestling, he held several NWA titles, including the World Junior Heavyweight Championship seven times. She died on February 18, 1989 in Los Angeles, California, USA. 1 / 4. WWE assigned her to NXT, and she competed in a handful of live events in the black and gold brand before getting released from her contract in September 2016. Meiko Satomura enters the ring prior to the women's bout during the Big Japan Pro-Wrestling at the Yokohama Cultural Gymnasium on August 30, 2020 in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan. Howard Finkeldied on April 16 at the age of 69. Sara Lee won the 2015 edition of Tough Enough - an elimination-style programme launched . The cause of death has not yet been released, but Eaton was hospitalized in late July after suffering an injured hip and multiple broken fingers from a fall, according to reports. Wrestlers who died in the 1990s Above are the more well known female wrestlers (and female managers, valets, etc) who have died. Former WWE star Ashley Massaro has died at the age of 39. WWE superstars who wrestled their final match the week they died. RELATED: 10 Wrestlers With A Judo Background. Professional wrestling has gained quite a fan following across the globe over the years thanks to WWE, and the fans not only view the wrestlers as a source of entertainment, but also as a source of inspiration. NEXT:10 Pairs Of Wrestlers & Wrestling Personalities You May Know Were Related, Israel Lutete is a lifelong pro wrestling fan who enjoys all things WWE. WWE Hall of Famer Rocky Johnson, father of former WWE Champion Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, made history in 1983 along with his former tag team partner Tony Atlas by becoming the first Black champions in WWE history after defeating The Wild Samoans to capture the WWF Tag Team Championship. WWE. Her caption of the Instagram post included a clapping emoji and a party hat emoji. Numerous stories poured out from WWE & AEW performers alike about how kind . He was 70 years old. Wrestlers who died in the 1980s and earlier. Former women's professional wrestler Daffney Unger has died, one day after posting alarming social media videos. WWE Main Event is a professional wrestling television appreciated. 360 236. The ex-grappler was married to fellow former WWE star Westin Blake, real name Cory Weston, and had two children with him. Sarah Kaufman is a Los Angeles based reporter for the social newsgathering team. The wrestling community has lost a star. He started to make fewer appearances in 2018 as he developed dementia. Sara Lee, winner of the 2015 WWE "Tough Enough" reality television series, has died at the age of 30, her mother and the wrestling organization said Thursday. You can also view our overall list of the most well known deceased wrestlers, which can also be viewed by decade: Wrestlers who died in the 2020s Copyright IBTimes 2023. He was 61. Also known as "The Samoan Bulldozer," the 6' 4", 350-lb. Make sure to also check out ProWrestlingQuiz.com for WWE trivia. All Rights Reserved. He retired in 1991 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame with his father-in-law Peter Maivia by The Rock in 2008. Xavier passed away on August 16 at the age of 43. He competed in WWE asFreddy Joe Floyd, but he didn't enjoy the same success that he did in other promotions. "We ask that you respectfully let our family mourn. My love and hope for strength goes to Cory, and their three beautiful children, Shawn Bennett, a WWE referee tweeted. He had suffered a stroke in 2019 and Bruce Prichard remarked on his podcast that Finkel was living in an assisted living facility for a time before his death. Escobaza passed away from complicationscaused by injuries that he suffered from a botched move in a match. As her loving husband, Cory, picks up the pieces and continues to raise their 3 children, the last thing anyone in that position wants to be worried about is money and paying for a funeral and everything else that comes along with it. The autopsy, released Monday, confirms . Adam Windsor was an English professional wrestler who competed across various promotions, including WWE, in a few live events between 1998 and 2014. Animal passed awayon September 22, 2020, at the age of 60. Sasha Banks. Starman was a Mexican pro wrestler who competed mostly for CMLL and also for other promotions between 1994 and June 2022. Lee's passing has left a void in the hearts of every person he's interacted with in his life. He was the official during the Hardcore match between Edge and Mick Foley at WrestleMania 22. 831 246. We ask that you respectfully let our family mourn., WWE is saddened to learn of the passing of Sara Lee, the wrestling outfit wrote in a statement shared on Twitter late Thursday night. Sara Lee, winner of the 2015 WWE "Tough Enough" reality television series, has died at the age of 30, her mother and the wrestling . His last known match came in 2016. She was best known for . First ever sinus infection kicked my butt #Saraselfie #gains. She was 50. 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