5 Moments that changed WWE forever 

All of these moments changed WWE forever
All of these moments changed WWE forever

#1. Eddie Guerrero passes away

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The wrestling world was struck by tragedy back in November 2005 when one of the most loved stars in the company sadly passed away. Eddie Guerrero died in a hotel room in Minneapolis in Chavo Guerrero's arms. An autopsy revealed that Guerrero died as a result of acute heart failure due to underlying atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.

Eddie's tragic passing forced WWE to change their protocols and went on to introduce The Wellness Policy. This allows WWE to monitor talents and hand out suspensions following violations.

"The WWE instituted their Wellness Program on February 27, 2006. Many felt that the WWE instituted a Wellness Program in response to the negativity that the company received after the death of Eddie Guerrero."

Over the years, a number of wrestlers have been suspended for their violation of the policy, but in introducing the policy the company also started to give Superstars full health checks to pick up underlying health problems. This makes WWE safer for its performers and ensures that wrestlers with underlying conditions are monitored.

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Edited by Akhilesh Tirumala
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