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Pac (Benjamin Satterley) Dies at 40, One Day After AEW All Out Match
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The Final Match and Announcement
On September 26, 2026 Pac faced Andrade El Ídolo for the AEW National Championship at All Out in Chicago. He lost and later appeared in the main-event segment. The next night, September 27, 2026, All Elite Wrestling announced that Benjamin Satterley, 40, had died. AEW’s statement did not include a cause of death.
Background & Context
Benjamin Satterley was born August 22, 1986 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. He began training in 2004 and later wrestled for British independents, PWG, Dragon Gate, NJPW and CMLL. In 2012 he signed with WWE, debuting as Adrian Neville in NXT, where he held the NXT and Cruiserweight titles. He left WWE in 2018 and joined AEW in 2019, becoming the inaugural All-Atlantic Champion (later International Champion) and a two-time AEW World Trios Champion.
Data & Statistics
- AEW career: 147 matches (94-47-4).
- First All-Atlantic Champion (2022).
- Two-time AEW World Trios Champion (2022, 2025).
- Signature moves: “Black Arrow” and “Brutalizer”.
Official Statements & Responses
AEW released a condolence message highlighting Satterley’s career and noting that the cause of death was not disclosed. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office said an autopsy is pending and no foul play has been indicated. Des Plaines Police reported a passerby found Satterley’s body on Mannheim Road; officers said the death “does not appear suspicious” and the manner remains under investigation.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Our condolences go out to Satterley's family, friends and fans,” — All Elite Wrestling
- “He was exceptional at everything. He also had an unmatched work ethic, level of kindness and humility,” — Toronto-based source
- “I cannot believe this. RIP PAC” — Alexa Bliss
On-the-Ground Reports
Des Plaines police stated Satterley was found alone in a rental car on the 2700 block of Mannheim Road at approximately 4 p.m. on September 27, 2026.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
All reports agree the cause of death has not been released. The medical examiner has not issued an official cause, and police stress the absence of foul play. No definitive medical explanation has been provided.
Why It Matters
Satterley’s passing adds to a turbulent year for AEW, which also mourned former talent Andy Williams. Tributes from peers underscore Pac’s influence on a generation of high-flying performers and his reputation as a “great export” from the United Kingdom. His death highlights the physical and personal challenges faced by wrestlers with demanding travel schedules.