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Professional wrestling is often referred to as sports entertainment due to its lack of legitimacy. However, the sport sees its fair share of injuries — both major and minor. The athletic prowess of wrestlers is often well touted, despite the business’ perception.
WWE and the world of wrestling have been criticized in recent years for the frequent deaths of former competitors — often at an age that’s far too young. These deaths have been caused by drug and alcohol addictions, accidents, head trauma, and various other personal demons. One group of deceased wrestlers that seems to expand every couple of years is that of competitors who have taken their own lives.
Suicide is a very serious issue and is considered incredibly tragic. Whatever their reasons, many professional wrestlers have decided to take their own lives. There are actually over 20 former wrestlers that have chosen to take their own lives. Some...
Professional wrestling is often referred to as sports entertainment due to its lack of legitimacy. However, the sport sees its fair share of injuries — both major and minor. The athletic prowess of wrestlers is often well touted, despite the business’ perception.
WWE and the world of wrestling have been criticized in recent years for the frequent deaths of former competitors — often at an age that’s far too young. These deaths have been caused by drug and alcohol addictions, accidents, head trauma, and various other personal demons. One group of deceased wrestlers that seems to expand every couple of years is that of competitors who have taken their own lives.
Suicide is a very serious issue and is considered incredibly tragic. Whatever their reasons, many professional wrestlers have decided to take their own lives. There are actually over 20 former wrestlers that have chosen to take their own lives. Some...
- 9/14/2014
- by Douglas Scarpa
- Obsessed with Film
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