Pac dies at 40 after final AEW match, tributes flood in

The arena lights dim for a moment as a hush falls over the Chicago NOW Arena, where Pac and Andrade El Idolo had just traded near 20 minutes of high flying drama in the All Out opener¹⁰. Hours later AEW confirm that Benjamin Satterley, known as Pac, has died at 40, leaving a trail of tributes from rivals and friends alike^9,32.

In the days that follow, Tony Khan posts a long tribute praising Pac’s excellence, his drive, and his presence as a teammate in the Death Riders¹⁰. The outpouring reconnects fans to a man who fought in WWE as Neville and helped build AEW’s identity with a fearless, gravity-defying style, while colleagues from both promotions share stories of his warmth and professionalism^1,7,12,23.

Will Ospreay, Rhea Ripley, Paul Heyman, and others speak of him as a hero and a friend, underscoring how his loss ripples through the wider wrestling world^26,23. The exact circumstances of his death remain undisclosed, and fans and peers await any official update while the sport mourns, honors his career, and looks to his family for what comes next^9,31.

Pac’s final appearance in AEW, his role in Death Riders, and his impact across two major promotions anchor a story that will shape the locker room and future generations of high-flyers^33,27.