During a recent appearance on the “Wrasslin Talk” podcast, former WWE Superstar Mike “IRS” Rotunda commented on dealing with the death of his son Windham (Bray Wyatt) earlier this year.
Wyatt passed away due to a heart attack back in August.
Rotunda said, “It’s been really hard. We miss him every day. [Gets choked up]. Growing up in the business, you always book stuff during the week because you’re going to be wrestling on the weekends and TV. Windham and Jojo were supposed to get married yesterday. We miss Windham horribly, every day. Windham was the first one and we would bring him on the road at six months old. They would come with me and stay on the road, wherever I was wrestling, and it’s so hard to wake up out of this nightmare and he’s still not there. I have to give WWE credit. They’ve done awesome helping our family out with a lot of different stuff. They put Windham on a legends contract and all the proceeds go to…Windham has four children. Luckily, we have them.”
He continued, “He was a jolly fellow. He loved to laugh, he was loud. He was always laughing and he lit up a room. He lit up the wrestling business. People come up to me and have a story with Windham, they say he took the time to sit there and bullsh*t with me for ten or fifteen minutes when he’s supposed to be signing autographs. So many people come up and support him by wearing his stuff, and they have a story about him. He was that kind of person. We miss him badly.”
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Former WWE Superstar Mike “IRS” Rotunda recently opened up about the difficult experience of dealing with the death of his son, Windham, also known as Bray Wyatt. In an interview on the “Wrasslin Talk” podcast, Rotunda shared his heartfelt emotions and memories of his late son.
Wyatt tragically passed away in August due to a heart attack. The news shocked the wrestling community and fans around the world, as Wyatt was a beloved figure in the industry.
During the interview, Rotunda expressed the pain and grief that he and his family have been going through since Wyatt’s passing. He mentioned how they miss him every day and how difficult it is to wake up and realize that he’s no longer there. Rotunda also revealed that Wyatt and his fiancée, Jojo, were supposed to get married on the day of the interview, adding another layer of sadness to the situation.
Rotunda also took a moment to appreciate WWE for their support during this challenging time. He acknowledged that the company has been instrumental in helping his family cope with the loss. WWE put Wyatt on a legends contract, with all the proceeds going to support his four children. Rotunda expressed gratitude for this gesture and emphasized how important it is for his family.
Describing Wyatt’s personality, Rotunda painted a picture of a jolly and vibrant individual who loved to laugh and light up a room. He mentioned how Wyatt would take the time to connect with fans, even when he was supposed to be signing autographs. Rotunda shared that many people have approached him with stories about Wyatt’s kindness and how he made an impact on their lives. The outpouring of support from fans has been a source of comfort for Rotunda and his family.
Losing a loved one is never easy, and Rotunda’s candid interview sheds light on the pain and grief that he and his family have been experiencing since Wyatt’s passing. It serves as a reminder to cherish our loved ones and appreciate the impact they have on our lives.
In conclusion, the wrestling community continues to mourn the loss of Windham “Bray Wyatt” Rotunda. His legacy as a talented performer and a kind-hearted individual lives on through the memories shared by his family, friends, and fans.