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Michael Jones, known to wrestling fans as Virgil, has died at the age of 61, as confirmed by his verified Instagram account. The post, shared by his representatives, expressed the sadness of his passing and urged fans to remember him fondly.
Wrestling referee and close friend Mark Charles III also shared the news on Facebook, conveying the sorrow of Jones' family at his peaceful passing. He asked for prayers for Jones and his family during this difficult time.
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Tributes poured in from the wrestling community on social media, with WWE Hall of Famer Jake Roberts expressing shock and sadness at the news. Former WWE superstar Luke Gallows also paid his respects, acknowledging Jones' contributions and memories shared in the wrestling world.
Jones rose to prominence in WWE as the bodyguard for the "Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase in the late 1980s. He later rebelled against DiBiase, capturing the Million Dollar Championship and becoming one of WWE's most popular Superstars in the 1990s.
Jones had been battling health issues in recent years, including two strokes and an early stage of dementia, which he shared with fans on social media in April 2022. The cause of his death has not been disclosed.
With his passing, the wrestling world mourns the loss of a beloved figure and remembers Virgil for his contributions to the sport and the memories he created for fans around the world.
