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Benjamin Satterley, the British wrestler widely known as Pac, has died at 40, All Elite Wrestling confirmed on Sept. 27. Fans and colleagues around the wrestling world reacted with shock and sorrow.
AEW issues statement on the passing of Benjamin Satterley
All Elite Wrestling released a brief message announcing the death of Benjamin Satterley, who wrestled as Pac. The promotion noted his roots in Newcastle upon Tyne and described a career that began in 2004 and took him across the globe.
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AEW praised his athletic style and in-ring craft. The company highlighted his tenure with the promotion after signing in 2019 and said he was central to several standout matches and title runs. AEW offered condolences to his family, friends and fans. No further details about the circumstances were provided by the company.
He wrestled at All Out one day before his death
Satterley competed at the AEW All Out pay-per-view on Sept. 26 in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. He challenged for the AEW National Championship in the show opener at the Now Arena.
In that match, he was defeated by the defending champion Andrade El Ídolo. The bout was broadcast live worldwide on pay-per-view.
Career milestones: from Neville to Pac
Over two decades, Satterley built a reputation as a high-flyer and technical performer. He worked worldwide promotions and transitioned between major companies.
Major titles and group affiliations
- AEW International Champion — Pac was the inaugural titleholder.
- AEW Trios Championship — he held one third of the belts in AEW’s trios division.
- Member of the faction commonly called the Death Riders, alongside top names in AEW.
- Earlier in his career, he performed in WWE as Neville, where he won the NXT Championship and the Cruiserweight Championship.
His style combined aerial offense with intense intensity, making him a favorite for fans who appreciate fast-paced, technically skilled matches.
Who shared the ring and the stage with him
Pac’s time in AEW connected him to prominent performers. He teamed and feuded with several top stars and was part of high-profile storylines.
- Jon Moxley — former AEW World Champion and fellow Death Riders member.
- Claudio Castagnoli — longtime tag and singles star who worked closely with Pac.
- Wheeler Yuta, Daniel Garcia, and Marina Shafir — members of the faction and frequent collaborators.
Wrestling world responds with grief
Messages poured in from both AEW and WWE talent soon after the announcement. Social posts reflected admiration for his skill and warmth for his character.
- Becky Lynch wrote that he was among the very best and expressed deep sorrow.
- Will Ospreay called him a national treasure and a special human being, saying it was an honor to have shared the ring with him.
- Nattie “Natalya” Neidhart recalled Satterley’s respect and passion, especially during his NXT days, and sent condolences to his loved ones.
Many other wrestlers and industry figures shared memories of his in-ring intensity and off-stage kindness.
What is known — and what is not
AEW did not release a cause of death when it announced Satterley’s passing. Media outlets and peers reiterated that detail as they reacted.
Pac leaves behind a legacy of memorable matches and a distinct style that influenced a generation of performers.
