Updated: Sep 7

All Elite Wrestling is saddened to learn of the passing of Andy Williams, aka The Butcher, who died after he collapsed during an independent wrestling show in Pennsylvania and was taken to a hospital by ambulance this past Saturday night. A trailblazing musician with Every Time I Die and Atomic Rule, Williams made a successful transition into the world of professional wrestling and was incredibly respected by his peers both in and out of the ring. Our condolences go out to Williams’ family, friends and fans.

Members of the AEW family and the professional wrestling world shared their memories of The Butcher and mourned his death.