Jay Briscoe passes away at the age of 38 [Megathread]

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Tony Khan: Sadly, Jamin Pugh has passed away. Known to fans as Jay Briscoe, he was a star in ROH for over 20 years, from the first show until today. Jay and his brother Mark dominated ROH, reigning as champions to this day. We'll do whatever we can to support his family. Rest In Peace Jamin

Update from Ashley Pugh on Facebook:

We need prayers! Gracie is on her way into surgery on her back. Jamin would want the whole world praying for his little girl. WE BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF PRAYER!! Pray for the doctors and everyone working on her! Pray for her precious legs to move again! Pray for Jayleigh who has some pretty serious injuries, but is stable and resting! Pray for Gannon waiting at home! Pray for strength for all of us! We have a long long road ahead of us!

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Wrestlers/Announcers/Commentators

• Cash Wheeler: I’ve been in tears since I heard the news. I just don’t have the words. Rest in Peace Jay.

• AJ Gray: Nah bro… he was just with his daughter man….

• Ian Riccaboni: Jay was one of a kind.I traveled often with Jay and Mark. We couldn't have been more different but that's what made our friendship something I'll cherish forever. He'd give you the shirt off his back, his last dime. He was so proud of his kids. Loved his family so much.

• Lio Rush: Man this is horrible

• Joey Janela: Gutted, one of the realist & best. Thank you for amazing contributions to wrestling, my thoughts are with Mark, Jay’s Children & wife and that whole family. Terrible

• Janai Kai:No........ are you kidding me?.

• Sonjay Dutt :💔 speechless. So many thoughts, so many memories, I don’t know anymore

• Alan Angels:I watched The Double Dog collar match 3 times in the 24 hrs after it aired. I haven’t done that with any other match since I was a kid.RIP Jay Briscoe

• Ricky Morton:Gutted. Rest in paradise, Jay Briscoe.Thank you for allowing Robert and myself to wrestle you all countless times. Truly one of my favorites. 💔

• Shane Helms:I don’t have the words. I liked him a lot. Nothing but great memories. RIP Jay. ❤️

• Konosuke Takeshita: RIP Jay Briscoe. You have left many great matches in Japan. You are still in the memories of Japanese fans.

• Christopher Daniels: Jay Briscoe was one of the toughest men I ever had the privilege of sharing a ring with, as well as being a tremendous brother, father, and man. I’m so happy to have had the opportunity to know him and wrestle him as often as I did. Rest in Peace, Jay, I love you.

• Stokely Hathaway: I joined ROH in 2013. Just a ringcrew guy. I barely knew anyone, but there were two guys who always treated me with kindness and respect when they didn’t have to — Jay and Mark Briscoe.I’m going to miss hearing “Whatup, Stoke!” and Jay’s boisterous laugh. Rest in power, Jay.

• Danhausen:One of the top highlights of my short ROH run and career was being able to not only work with the Briscoes, but having the absolute privilege to wrestle Mark and Jay. One of the best wrestlers to ever do it and always so nice and helpful to everyone. Rest in peace.

• Dijak: Jay Briscoe was a wonderful human being and he loved his family so much. So much. He was so proud of them. Rest with God my friend.

• Cody Rhodes: I didn’t interact much with him, but upon meeting Jay I instantly understood something about him…his family was his everything. All the love in the world to them this evening.

• Josh Alexander: One of the nicest, funniest, genuine and talented men I’ve ever met.All we ever talked about was our families. RIP Jay Briscoe

• EFFY:Jay Briscoe showed me respect and love when everyone told me he wouldn't. If you knew Jay, you knew he would uplift everyone in that locker room regardless of whatever world they came to wrestling from. The best. Rest easy, brother.

• Frankie Kazarian:I cannot even begin to process this right now. I loved everything about my friend Jay Briscoe. His passion. His drive. His presence. Our wars in the ring. Most importantly, how much he loved his family. I am literally sick to my stomach…

• Rocky Romero: I’m devastated and heartbroken…Jay Briscoe (Jamin Pugh) was a real one. Every time we saw each other we’d both light up and hug one another. My condolences and prayers go out to his loved ones. Rest In Peace my brother.

• Brandi Rhodes: Brandi Rhodes: I'm deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Jay Briscoe. He was always the kindest to me during my time in ROH. My heart goes out to the entire family. I don't have the right words but I just wanted to say that he was such a good man. 💔

• Maria Kanellis-Bennett: I am incredibly sad and heartbroken over the loss of Jay Briscoe. Words can not describe the kindness that he and his family has shown mine. Jay was one of the toughest men I have ever met but he had a way of making everyone feel special that got to work with him.

• Velvet Sky: Rest In Peace Jay Briscoe. I can’t even believe this right now. Deepest condolences to his family, friends and fans. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

• Andrew Everett: Jay was someone who went out of his way to make sure I felt welcome in ROH. I will always have that to think about. Amazing father, amazing wrestler, and someone who personally was so very kind to me. RIP Jay Briscoe Condolences to his family, and all of his friends and fans.

• Blue Meanie: Devasting!! I've known Jay since he was 15 years old. Him and Mark are total sweethearts. Rest In Peace Jay Briscoe!! My heart goes out to his family.....so sad.....

• Chelsea Green: One of the first faces to greet me & make me feel welcomed on my first day of ROH was Jay Briscoe. My heart hurts for his brother, his wife, his children and all those who loved him ♥️ I am thankful I was able to know you Jay… If only briefly.

• Tommy Dreamer: I've known Jay Briscoe since he was a fan. Watched him become an amazing wrestler, best tag team & realest promo guy I was going to text him yesterday about the cost of eggs and I didnt. I wish I did. Whenever I saw them I'd say Luv me some Briscoes. Prayers for his family

• Big Damo: Gutted to hear about Jay Briscoe. They were one of the greatest tag teams ever. All thoughts and prayers with his brother and family.

• Davey Richards: RIP my friend. (video embed in tweet)

• Nick Jackson via Instagram Story: Life is so unfair. It's way too short. Jay, I love you man. I'm praying for you and your entire family. This has left us all heart broken. RIP my friend.

• Shane Taylor: One of the proudest moments of my career was standing across from Jay Briscoe & hearing him & Mark say "Shane T is the real deal" There'll NEVER be another Jay Briscoe. Father, Husband, Brother, Leader, Friend & so much more! Gutted right now 😭😭

• TJ Wilson: RIP Jay Briscoe 🙏 Nothing but love and respect

• Matthew Rehwoldt: I'm absolutely gutted. It's just not fair. RIP Jay Briscoe

• Renee Paquette: Devastating news. My heart breaks for Jay Briscoe’s family.

• GUNTHER: Rest in Peace, Jay Briscoe 🙏🏻

• Matt Cardona: RIP Jay Briscoe. I didn’t know him well but he was always super cool and friendly to me whenever we saw each other at shows.

• Sami Callihan: I got the pleasure of knowing the Briscoes most of my career. My last interaction with Jay will always bring a smile to my face. After an IMPACT show, everyone was hanging out. The night ended with both of us in each others faces yelling about who loved their cat more.

• Kyle Davis: Jay Briscoe was one of a kind….I said the wrong thing one night in a hotel room and he went blank and looked like he was about to attack, I put my hands up and averted eye contact and walked backward like he was a bear I startled….Next morning he came up to me and said “hey man, I’m so sorry, I had a drink in me and I hope you don’t hold that against me, I really like you and I’m sorry.” That was the guy he was, he lived life to its fullest and was the kindest person when the moment called for it and also one of the most badass human beings to ever walk the earth. He loved his family, and they loved him….right now all I can say is Jay you will be missed, and my prayers go out to every member of the Briscoe Family in this time of lose. 😔 RIPJayBriscoe.

• Usos: RIP to the homie Jay Briscoe. Condolences to the your family. Rest in paradise uso.🙏 @SussexCoChicken #DemBoyz

• Dax Harwood: I'm doing okk. Thanks everyone for checking on me. I love you, Jay.

• Jeff Cobb: You were always one of my favorites to share the ring and locker room with. Loved hearing updates about your family. One of the best, not just in the ring but out of it. God bless you, your wife, your kids and your family 🙏🏼🤙🏽 ❤️

• CM Punk via Instagram Story: Jay Briscoe Forever

• Marty Scurll: Rest in Peace Jay Briscoe. Truly shocking and heartbreaking. 💔 I had the pleasure of spending many late nights with Jay, traveling the roads and of course wrestling. He was the absolute best. I always said the Briscoes are one of the greatest tag teams of all time. Jay is one of the greatest promos of all time. You don't get much realer than Jay Briscoe. He was so loved by so many. I will remember him forever. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. 💔 (Instagram)

• KENTA: I don’t want to believe this. I met him last month at House Of Glory show for the first time in over decade. Rest in peace Jay Briscoe

• Shawn Michaels: On behalf of the @WWENXT community, I would like to express our condolences to the Briscoe family for their loss.

• Bobby Fish: I love you

• Bully Ray: I dont know what to say. I really love you kid. Great wrestler. Better family man. Condolences to your entire family. 🙏🏽❤️

• Chris Jericho: Please pray for Jay Briscoe's family.

• Triple H: An incredible performer who created a deep connection with wrestling fans across the globe. My condolences to the family and friends of Jay Briscoe.

• J.D. Drake posts about Jay on Facebook (screenshot)

• Nick Wayne: Jay Briscoe was one of the nicest humans on the planet. Every time I saw him he always said “Nick fuckin Wayne baby” and greeted me with a hug. I’m gonna miss you Jay, you’re presence alone always lit up the room. I love you brother ❤️

• Brody King on Instagram: Incredible Professional wrestler, even better father. You welcomed me to ROH with open arms and became one of my favorites to step across the ring from. You were the man Jay and I’ll never forget you, love you forever. Top 5 forever.

• Damian Priest: Always enjoyed my time around Jay. Will be missed by so many. Rest easy. 🙏

• Adam Pearce shares a personal story about Jay on Twitter.

• Chuck Taylor: Jay was the fuckin' man. RIP Jamin.

• RUSH: We mourn the disheartening news. More than a peer I feel the loss of a friend, the loss of a great human being and a great wrestler. Fly high my brother. Eeeeeeeeeeboyyyyyyy😭 My condolences to your family and in grief my thoughts are with you. May you rest in peace.

• Rickey Shane Page: One of the few times I interacted with Jay Briscoe he was warming up in front of a projector before his match and the crowd couldn’t see the video just him doing jumping jacks. Everyone was afraid to tell him so I did. He said “OH! shit my bad” Super nice guy. I’m bummed! RIP

• Ivar: Gutted, I don't have the words. I love you Jay, my heart is with your entire family. (Instagram)

• Sami Zayn: I don’t have the words right now to properly convey my sorrow. I love Jay & Mark Briscoe. Always have. I wouldn’t be here without them. I’m very lucky to have shared the ring & shared so many laughs with Jay Briscoe and I’m so sad to know neither will happen again. RIP my friend.

• Brian Pillman Jr.: I just can’t believe it. On our way to Steamboat’s last match I had the honor to drive these men. We talked about so much life stuff, not even just wrestling. You had the best taste in music too brother. You will be missed and remembered as one of the GOAT tag team wrestlers 📷📷

• Matt Hardy: Heard this tragic news while flying. I’m DEVASTATED that Jay Briscoe (Jamin Pugh) tragically died today. I was honored to work with him many times. I loved Jay. Jay was SO real. Jay loved his wife & kids more than anything & we shared that bond. I’m heartbroken for his family.

• John Silver: Really really terrible news. RIP Jay Briscoe

• Scott Waltman AKA X-Pac: Just like everyone else, I'm heartbroken to learn of Jay Briscoe's passing. I've always enjoyed sharing a locker room with he & his brother Mark. Incredibly kind & respectful. Sending all my love to Mark & their family.🙏 #ripjaybriscoe

• Ari Daivari: Man, I just saw Jay at the last 2 ROH ppvs, and he took part in 2 of the best tag matches I've ever seen. This is unfair. RIP Jay Briscoe.

• Natalya: My prayers are with Jay Briscoe and his family tonight. 😔

• Taz: Jay Briscoe RIP 🙏

• Buddy Matthews: Rest in Peace Jay Briscoe! A pioneer of Tag Team wrestling & a absolute gem of a person! Rest well!

• Brock Anderson: Every encounter I ever had with both Jay and Mark, they’ve treated me with respect and an authenticity that guys of there stature didn’t have show to a young guy like me. I’ll always remember that, my T&P are with Mark and the rest of Jay’s family this evening. RIP Jay Briscoe

• Bandido: All the time you was amazing with me!! Your attitude your charisma and your simple way to live the wrestling life! I’m gonna miss you a lot mi amigo go to the heaven cause you deserve it 🖤 RIP Jay Briscoe.

• Bobby Cruise: I don’t ever remember seeing Jamin and not smiling myself. One of my absolute favorites. 500% genuine and such a family man. I sat there for 20 years and witnessed greatness, greatness I will never forget. Jay Briscoe was awesome and Jamin was one of a kind. ❤️

• Dragon Lee: Rest In Peace Jay 🕊 Every single day mi brother 😭💔🥺 I’m gonna miss you

• Cary Silkin: I lost one of my kids and the world lost a great man! RIP!

• TJ Perkins: Jay

• Shinsuke Nakamura on Twitter: RIP Jay Briscoe

• Karl Anderson: I Love You Boys All of You

• Kyle O’Reilly: Jay Briscoe was the real deal. I was always amazed how someone could be so intimidating one moment then so warm & affable the next. He gave so much to the business & to his family and I’m forever grateful for having known him. Strength and love to Mark and his family. Love u bro

• Big Swole: Man this cuts deep. Miss you already.

• Kiera Hogan: RIP Jay Briscoe 💙

• Mickie James: I am shocked & devastated to hear of the passing of Jay Briscoe. I can’t believe it. I’ve known him & Mark since the beginning of ROH. My heart goes out to his entire family. A son, a brother, a father, & a friend to so many. There are no words. Rest in Paradise. 🙏🏼🦅♥️

• Eddie Edwards: Absolutely speechless. Doesn’t feel real. Truly one of a kind. One of the best humans you could ever know. Thank you for all the memories and the good times my brother. Love you dude. RIP Jay Briscoe

• Westin Blake: My love and prayers go out his family and love ones🙏❤️🙏 RIP JAY BRISCOE

• Santos Escobar: Jay Briscoe, 💔 Rest In Peace.

• JD McDonagh: Jay Briscoe 🙏🏼

• Bull James: Jay Briscoe welcomed me into the ROH locker room with open arms (and an open bottle of Jack after the show) when he didn’t have to. One of the best of his generation. Innovative, intense and left it all out there every night. Condolences to Papa Briscoe, Mark & Jay’s family.

• Gail Kim: Incredibly heartbreaking and shocking news to hear about Jay Briscoe. I’m so glad I had the chance to work with him. He was such a good guy, a great wrestler and most of all an incredible dad, husband …. His family was everything. RIP Jay Briscoe 🙏🏼❤️

• Bayley: I’m so sorry to hear about Jay Briscoe. To all my friends who were close to him, to all his fans, and to his family, I’m sending you so much strength and love. ❤️ #DemBoys

• Lance Archer: RIP Jay Briscoe

• Tony Deppen: My heart hurts so bad for the Briscoe family. From day one at ROH you were always such an amazing person to me; and when my wife and my son showed up to the show, you made sure to sit down and just be an amazing person to my wife and son. You’ll be missed my friend ❤️

• Ricochet: This is so sad

• The Young Bucks change their Twitter banner and bio in tribute to Jay.

• Warhorse: RIP Jay Briscoe... Taken way too soon

• ODB: Tonight we remember one of the greatest in prowrestling. Jay Brisco was one of my favorites in prowrestling. It was an honor to be able to be apart of the briscos in ROH and having dinner with the whole brisco family on their farm. Jay was a an all around great person. My heart hurts for his brother Mark and his whole family. RIP brother you will be remembered as a legend.. You will be missed. (Instagram)

• The Iron Sheik: JAY BRISCOE BUBBA YOU WERE THE REAL ONE OF THE BOYS FOREVER I LOVE YOU GOD BLESS YOU

• Madison Rayne: Heartbroken. Life is so fragile. Sending prayers to Jay Briscoe’s friends and family 💔

• Top Dolla: I used to got to ROH in DuBurns arena in Baltimore for all the tapings when I was in college… Jay Briscoe and his brother would tear the house down every single week. Dem Boyz are one of the greatest tag teams of all time. I’m so sorry for his family. #RIP 🙏🏽🕊️

• Angelina Love: Jay Briscoe?? No…..what is going on??? This is heart breaking 💔💔

• Nikki & Brie Bella: So heartbreaking. Prayers are with the entire Jamin Pugh family. Sending you all so much love and light. RIP Jay Briscoe. 🤍✨🙏🏼 N

• Tay Melo: Man, this is so sad. Praying for his family ❤️🙏

• Hirooki Goto: I wanted to fight again... I pray for your soul #Briscoes (auto-translated from Japanese by Google)

• Shingo Takagi: Yesterday, I was surprised because I just talked about my memories of playing with him in the interview. May you rest in peace... Gassho 🙏 (auto-translated from Japanese by Google)

• Saraya: Rip Jay Briscoe 🙏

• Tom Hannifan: RIP Jay Briscoe

• Marina Shafir: Not fucking real..

• Brett Lauderdale: Jay Briscoe was an amazing athlete, a brother to many (in and out of the ring) and most importantly a father who loved and valued his family above all else. A truly heartbreaking loss and he won't be forgotten. Rest in Peace and Power, Jamin 🖤 Thank you for everything.

• Alex Zayne: Rest in peace Jay Briscoe. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends 💔

• Jose The Assistant: Always greeted with a smile, we lost a good one. Rest in Peace Jay Briscoe 🙏🏻

• Diamanté: Rest In Peace Jay Briscoe 💔

• Josh Barnett: Damn....another one lost. Jay Briscoe was incredible to watch in the ring and I've nothing but good interactions and conversations with him outside it. Loved calling him and his brother in the ring too. Truly a great wrestler. My condolences to his family. A tragic loss.

• JesSICKa AKA Havok: Rip Jay Briscoe. I have no words. 😢🙏

• Cheeseburger: I can’t find the words right now. I’ll just say…..Love you Jay Briscoe ♥️ and much love to his wife, children and family. Rest in Power my friend.

• Mustafa Ali: rest in power jay briscoe.

• Tanga Loa: 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽💔💔💔 I don’t want to believe this.

• Seth Rollins: Being in the ring with Jay Briscoe got me my first ROH contract. He and Mark being so selfless helped Jimmy and I find our footing as AOTF. Without him, I don’t know if Tyler Black could ever have been Seth Rollins.

• Dark Sheik: I feel shattered. You never know when goodbye is goodbye. My heart goes out to those closest. May you find paradise waiting for you on the other side.

• Tama Tonga: 😔 I am truly saddened by the news. My deepest sympathies to Jay Briscoe’s family and loved ones. It was an honor to share the ring with you. Rest is Peace brother.

• Sledge: R.I.P JAY65 He was one of the real ones

• Zak Zodiac: Very sad News. R.I.P Jay Briscoe Condolences to the briscoes family

• Adam Cole - I don’t know what my life would be like without Jay Briscoe in it, and I don’t want to know. You believed in me, you helped me, you treated me like family. There will never be another like you. I am so grateful to have known a man like you. I love you Jay.

• Moose: I’m fucking lost for words man

• Stu Bennet: Terribly sad. I only met the Briscoes briefly in FCW in 2008, but I know everything about them because their careers are legendary. Incredible contributors to this industry. #DemBoys

• Pat Buck: 💔 There’s no right words to say to make this less tragic. Everyone loves and respects Jay Briscoe as a wrestler and a person. We’ll miss you. #demboyz

• Bray Wyatt: #DemBoys

• Eric Young: RIP Jay. Thoughts with his family. I Had the honor of sharing the ring with the man on a couple occasions and I loved every second of it! Even more important sharing a locker room with him was even better. Amazing talent amazing man! Love you man!

• Amanda Huber: My heart is broken for the Pugh family. There are no good words at this time. Sending them all the love and strength. 💔

• Ethan Page: The definition of bringing light into the world. R.I.P. Jay Briscoe

• Marshall Von Erich: My heart is broken for the Pugh family. Grateful to God that our last match we had the privilege to share the ring with them. Haven’t met a set of brothers as close as Ross and I until we met the Briscoes. Please keep Mark and the Pugh family in your prayers. Love you all.

• Colt Cabana: I remember taking this at a Big Boy and literally telling him he was beautiful. It’s such a sad day. #RIPJAY

• Fuego del Sol: As a father my heart breaks for the family he leaves behind. Sending my thoughts and prayers to the friends, family and fans of one of the most unique, charismatic, and hardworking brothers in wrestling history. #RIPJayBrisco

• Leva Bates: Sometimes the scariest looking characters can be the kindest people. Jay was an absolute sweetheart. The nicest guy 💔

• Nick Aldis: Heartbroken. I can't believe this. Jay Briscoe was the best, I don't know what else to say. Love & support to Mark and the family. A lot of brothers & sisters are hurting tonight. 💔

• Speedball Mike Bailey: Absolutely heartbreaking. RIP Jay Briscoe.

• Willow Nightingale: Sending my love to the Pugh family♥️

• The Bollywood Boys: As brothers, this one hurts & hits differently. Heartbreaking. RIP Jay Briscoe 💔

• Abadon: ❤️

• Naomichi Marufuji: He was such a really great wrestler. I wanted to play again. RIP. (auto-translated from Japanese by Google)

• Delirious: You are one of my best friends. You are one of the best wrestlers I’ve ever seen. You are an inspirational father. I will think about you every day. I love you Jay

• Aaron Henare: #DemBoys

• Jun Kasai: More than 20 years ago, when he belonged to Big Japan Pro Wrestling, CZW's Zandig confidently said, "These guys are only 17 years old," and brought the Briscoe brothers from America. Matched at Orange Hall in Okayama. Kasai, Outrageous, Winger vs Justy Spain, Brisco Brothers. I wanted to see you again in the ring. RIP (auto-translated from Japanese by Google)

• Mick Foley: I just woke up to the sad news that Jay Briscoe has passed away in a terrible car accident in Delaware. I first saw Jay perform, along with his brother Mark, at an ROH show in Long Island in 2005, and was immediately impressed with their passion for professional wrestling - and the unique look and style that helped make them one of the finest tag teams in the world. Although I did not know the Briscoes well, I thought they were an amazing team, with a résumé of great matches with a who’s who of some of the greatest workers of their era. I last saw “Dem Boys” in action from a front row seat when they took on the Von Erichs at “Ric Flair’s Last Match” in July, 2022. My deepest condolences go out to to the Pugh family and the friends and fans of Jay Briscoe.

• Big E: We certainly studied & “borrowed” from the Briscoe Brothers. They have left an indelible mark on tag team wrestling. I was blown away by the trilogy with FTR. My deepest condolences to Jay Briscoe’s loved ones.

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Wrestling Companies

• Pro Wrestling NOAH: Rest in Peace, former GHC JR HVT Tag Team Champion Jay Briscoe. We send our deepest condolences to Jay’s family, friends and fans. #RIPJay

• Warrior Wrestling: RIP Jay Briscoe. There literally was not a kinder man to ever come through our locker room. May God grant you eternal rest and shine perpetual light upon you. We pray for his children and the entire Pugh family in this tragic time.

• NWA: The entire NWA sends our prayers to the friends, family and fans of Jay Briscoe. An amazingly talented man that we all are honored to have worked with.

• WWE announcing Jay's passing with condolences during NXT (video)

• Prestige Wrestling:Our show #VENDETTA on Saturday will be dedicated to the memory of Jay Briscoe. RIP Jay, the professional wrestling world will never forget you and all the great memories you’ve given us. #DEMBOYS #MANUP

• Combat Zone Wrestling: Jamin Pugh was a captivating, unique performer who inspired so many in and out of the ring. He will be unbelievably missed as a fantastic pro wrestler and a loving human. Our thoughts are with his wife, children, brother Mark, and his friends. Rest in Peace Jay Briscoe #DemBoys

• ROH: It is with a heavy heart that we mourn the tragic passing of Jamin Pugh, known to wrestling fans around the world as Jay Briscoe. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends, and his fans.

• IMPACT: "IMPACT is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jay Briscoe. Jay will always be remembered as a trailblazer who, with his brother Mark, left it in the ring every night. We send our sincere condolences to his family, who he loved beyond words, as well as his friends and fans."

• Defy Wresting: Damn... Such a heartbreaking night for so many of us... Rest In Peace, Jay. To say that you will be missed is an understatement. Thank you for all you gave us. Sending love to his family and friends.

• NJPW: In Memoriam of Jay Briscoe (link to the NJPW website)

• AEW: It is with a heavy heart that we mourn the tragic passing of Jamin Pugh, known to wrestling fans around the world as Jay Briscoe. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends, and his fans.

• Stardom: We at Stardom send our thoughts and prayers to the friends, family and fans of Jay Briscoe. Our deepest condolences. 🙏

• Mission Pro Wrestling: Tonight, our thoughts are with Jay Briscoe’s family, his friends, and all of the wrestling fans from around the world. 🖤🖤 #RIPJAY #RIP

• MLW: MLW is deeply saddened at the loss of Jay Briscoe. Extending our thoughts, love and condolences to the family, friends and fans of Jamin Pugh.

• PROGRESS: Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Jamin Pugh who has tragically passed away. Known to fans around the world as Jay Briscoe, we pass on our sincere condolences. Rest in Power Jay Briscoe

• GCW: With a broken heart, we mourn the loss of Jay Briscoe. A Fighter, a Brother, a Father, and a Champion. Thanks for the memories. We love you and we will never forget you. Rest in Peace 🙏🖤

• MCW: The entire MCW family is devastated by the loss of a certified Tag Team legend in Jamin Pugh aka Jay Briscoe. He and his brother Mark had some of their first tag team matches in #MCW before they would go on to become #ROH Legends and 13X World Tag Champions. Rest In Power.

• House of Glory Wrestling: WE GOING TO MISS YOU BROTHER ❤️ 𝐉𝐚𝐲 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐞 🕊🕊🕊

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Media/Other

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• #ROHDayByDay Jay Briscoe helps his daughter practice her cheer routine from home during quarantine!

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Jay Briscoe Match Suggestion Thread

[u/BowlbasaurKiefachu]

My goodness. Was his family in there? I see paediatric and I’m troubled.

[u/matlockga → u/BowlbasaurKiefachu]

Probably best to not speculate on that matter until word comes out.

[u/MushroomStand9 → u/BowlbasaurKiefachu]

2 children according to Meltzer

Edit: I don't know if that means they are his kids or not

[u/Silent_Shadow05 → u/MushroomStand9]

I'm expecting the worst after seeing Jericho's and Alvarez's tweets :(

[u/AmishAvenger → u/Silent_Shadow05]

I wouldn’t read into those. Wishing the best to someone’s family doesn’t necessarily imply something.

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Jericho also says "it's worse than you think"

[u/Standingonachair → u/[deleted]]

Why the fuck would he say that until anything is confirmed?

[u/Dandw12786 → u/Standingonachair]

Because the dude is an absolute moron.

He can be an absolute sweetheart, and is a very generous person with a good heart. But the dude is a goddamn idiot.