The news came just a day after Pac performed on live television, facing Andrade el Idolo in Chicago. He had wrestled the night before his death, proving his dedication to the sport.

Pac began his wrestling journey in 2004, training for the first time when he was 18 after being inspired by his aunt’s love of WWF, according to his booking agency MN2S.

He built a reputation on the independent circuit in the UK, Japan and Mexico, where his high‑flying style and muscular physique attracted fans worldwide.

In 2012 he signed with World Wrestling Entertainment, adopting the name Adrian Neville. He stayed with WWE until 2018, becoming a key figure in NXT and later the cruiserweight division.

When All Elite Wrestling launched in 2019, Pac joined the new promotion. During his AEW tenure he captured several titles, most notably becoming the inaugural AEW International Champion.

His finishing move, the Black Arrow—a twisting corkscrew dive from the top rope—earned him the nickname “The man that gravity forgot,” and remains a highlight for fans and fellow wrestlers alike.

Colleagues remembered Pac for his professionalism and work ethic. AEW CEO Tony Khan wrote, “Benjamin Satterley defined excellence… and dedication to the sport that he loved and travelled the world to pursue.”

Toronto‑based wrestler Josh Alexander added, “He was exceptional at everything. He also had an unmatched work ethic, level of kindness and humility.”

These tributes illustrate a broader lesson: a wrestler’s legacy is built not only on championships, but on constant innovation, perseverance, and the respect earned from peers.