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Wrestling World Mourns the Loss of Former WWE Star Virgil at 61

It’s with heavy hearts that fans worldwide bid farewell to Michael Jones, better known by his wrestling moniker Virgil, who passed away at the age of 61. The news was confirmed through his verified Instagram account, with a poignant message celebrating his life and legacy.

The Instagram post, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of the beloved wrestling icon, urged everyone to remember Jones for the remarkable person he was and wished him eternal happiness in the afterlife. Wrestling referee and close friend Mark Charles III also shared the news on Facebook, asking for prayers for Jones and his grieving family.

The wrestling community poured out their condolences on social media platforms, with tributes from renowned figures like WWE Hall of Famer Jake Roberts and former WWE superstar Luke Gallows. Jones’s journey in WWE, notably as the loyal bodyguard to the “Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase, endeared him to fans worldwide. His eventual rebellion against DiBiase and triumph for the Million Dollar Championship cemented his status as one of WWE’s most beloved stars.

Despite battling health issues in recent years, including two strokes and an early stage of dementia, Jones’s cause of death remains undisclosed. Nonetheless, his impact on the wrestling world and the fond memories he leaves behind will forever be cherished by fans and peers alike.

Amrita Bhandari

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