Bray Wyatt passed away at age 36

WWE is saddened to learn that Windham Rotunda, also known as Bray Wyatt, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 24, at age 36," WWE expressed. "WWE extends its condolences to Rotunda's family, friends and fans."

Here is FIVE WWE superstars who passed away at a young age:

1. Eddie Guerrero: Eddie Guerrero was a charismatic and skilled wrestler known for his technical abilities and high-flying moves. He overcame personal struggles and became WWE Champion in 2004. He passed away in 2005 at the age of 38 due to heart failure.

   

2. Chris Benoit: Chris Benoit was a talented wrestler with a strong technical style. He achieved success in various promotions and was known for his intense work ethic. Tragically, in 2007, he was involved in a murder-suicide incident at the age of 40.

   

3. Owen Hart: Owen Hart came from a wrestling family and was known for his agility and entertaining persona. Tragedy struck in 1999 when he fell from the rafters during a WWE event at the age of 34.

   

4. Umaga (Eddie Fatu): Umaga was a Samoan powerhouse character known for his intimidating presence. He had a successful WWE career before passing away in 2009 at the age of 36 due to a heart attack.

   

5. Brian Pillman: Brian Pillman was known for his unpredictable and unique character work. His career was marked by his willingness to blur the lines between reality and fiction. He died in 1997 at the age of 35 due to a heart condition.

   

These superstars left a lasting impact on the wrestling world and are remembered by fans for their contributions to the industry.