WWE's Chris Benoit and Family found Dead

[RoaminSooner]

Chris Benoit, family found dead
Written: June 25, 2007

STAMFORD, Conn., June 25, 2007 – World Wrestling Entertainment was informed today by authorities in Fayetteville County, Ga., that WWE Superstar Chris Benoit, his wife, Nancy, and his son were found dead in their home. Authorities are investigating, but no other details are available at this time.

Instead of its announced programming for tonight on USA Network, WWE will air a three-hour tribute to Chris Benoit.

Chris was beloved among his fellow Superstars, and was a favorite among WWE fans for his unbelievable athleticism and wrestling ability. He always took great pride in his performance, and always showed respect for the business he loved, for his peers and towards his fans. This is a terrible tragedy and an unbearable loss.

WWE extends its sincere condolences and prayers to the Benoit family and loved ones in this time of tragedy.

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[Louisiana Husker]

Long live the Rabid Wolverine!!!

Kudos to the WWE for giving up the "Vince is Dead" story line when Vince announced to the Raw TV viewers to an empty arena that Chris and his family are gone.

[oumartin]

murder suicide.. holy crap.. I sure liked him too.

[mizzOUstu702]

That's awful to hear and all...but seriously guys? WWE? You know it's not football season when this ends up on the football board. :rolleyes:

[Big Red Ron]

While it is my opinion that pro wrasslin is the dumbest thing since figure skating. This is a sad deal. Anyone know who killed who and who committed suicide?

[fwsooner22]

This has no place on this board boys.......no offense but murder/suicide which includes killing a kid is not football neither is the daily soap known as WWE. Mod?

[dougsooner]

Unless Dr. Death, Steve Williams is involved this should be moved to the wrasslin board, oh wait....