10 Professional wrestling deaths in 2019

#7 Al Wilson

1941 - 4 April 2019

Al Wilson is the father of WWE Hall of Famer Torrie Wilson. He appeared on SmackDown in 2002 through 2003 and his most memorable moment in the company saw him getting married to Dawn Marie on an episode of Thursday Night SmackDown on 2 January 2003.

During the 2019 WWE Hall of Fame ceremony, Torrie Wilson, in regards to her father, stated:

"I'm still so blessed I was able to have this experience with him here."

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#6 Silver King

9 January 1968 - 11 May 2019

Silver King was a Lucha Libre legend who entertained fans from across the world and was a standout in World Championship Wrestling’s Cruiserweight division in the late nineties.

He has competed in various promotions such as Universal Wrestling Association (UWA), CMLL, AAA, WCW, AJPW, NJPW and has won championships from several promotions all around the world.

Outside the squared circle, Silver King appeared under a golden mask in the popular 2006 film Nacho Libre as the villainous Ramses.

He passed away on 11 May at the age of 51 after suffering from a heart attack in the ring during a match. A tribute in his memory was held at the Arena Campeones de Torreón on 22 May.