WWE Announces Jay Briscoe’s Passing During NXT

Jay Briscoe was involved in a horrific car accident on Tuesday evening. Sadly, the tag team icon couldn’t survive the crash. He was 38 years of age at the time of his untimely passing.

The news of Jay Briscoe’s passing was first shared by Tony Khan on social media. The AEW and ROH owner paid tribute to Jay in a heartfelt post. Khan also pledged his support for the Briscoe family in this time of grief.

WWE announced the news of Jay Briscoe’s passing on NXT tonight. Vic Joseph noted that the wrestling world witnessed a terrible loss. He offered his condolences to the Briscoe family as well.

#WWE just announced #JayBriscoe‘s passing on #WWENXT

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The ROH Hall of Famer died in a fatal car collision in Laurel on Tuesday evening, according to Delaware State Police. The department didn’t reveal any names at the time of the report.

Cash Wheeler, Taz, Dr. Britt Baker, and others paid their tributes to the 13-time ROH World Tag Team Champion in the wake of his death. Stay tuned to Ringside News for more.

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