Hardcore Wrestling Legend Sabu Dies at 60 – Close Friend Reveals Real Cause
The professional wrestling community has just received a huge shock when the “hardcore” legend Sabu – real name Terry Michael Brunk – was confirmed to have died at the age of 60 just a few hours ago. His sudden passing has shocked and saddened fans around the world. However, what has attracted more attention is that the cause of his death was revealed by a close friend – something that the family had not initially made public.
Sabu is considered one of the greatest icons of the “hardcore” style of wrestling – where violence, blood, physical sacrifice and courage are pushed to the extreme. With his “reckless” performances, he once made audiences at ECW and WWE hold their breath when he performed jumps from high ropes onto tables, chairs, and even barbed wire. He was not just a wrestler, but an artist of pain and dedication.
In the first hours after the sad news was confirmed, Sabu’s family and representatives only released a brief statement, asking for privacy and not revealing the specific cause. However, a longtime friend of his – who fought alongside Sabu in the ring – spoke out via social media: “Sabu had been battling health problems for many years. He always hid his pain behind the glory and blood on the ring. Finally, his heart stopped beating.”
According to this friend, Sabu had been struggling with heart disease for a long time, partly due to the influence of his risky fighting style for decades. The fierce matches, unrecoverable injuries and the use of painkillers to continue performing took a heavy toll on his body.
Sabu’s passing is not only a loss to the wrestling world, but also closes a glorious chapter in the “hardcore” genre of wrestling – something that is gradually fading away today. He was the spiritual successor of generations of Japanese, American and Mexican wrestlers, bringing unforgettable moments to millions of viewers.
Sabu may be gone, but his legacy will live on in the hearts of fans – as an immortal symbol of courage, sacrifice, and true warrior spirit in the harsh ring.
