British pro wrestler Kurtis Chapman has tragically passed away at the age of 26.
He first started wrestling as a teenager almost a decade ago and gained popularity for his comedic in-ring approach. The cause of his death has not been disclosed yet.
English promotion Revolution Pro Wrestling reported the tragic news of his premature death:
“We, at Revolution Pro Wrestling are absolutely heartbroken to report the loss of our dear friend Kurtis Chapman.”
“We watched Kurtis grow from a child to a young man who loved professional wrestling and continued to excel in all aspects of his life. One of the most gifted technical wrestlers, charismatic characters and magnetic personalities. He will never be forgotten.”
We, at Revolution Pro Wrestling are absolutely heartbroken to report the loss of our dear friend Kurtis Chapman.
We watched Kurtis grow from a child to a young man who loved professional wrestling and continued to excel in all aspects of his life.
One of the most gifted… pic.twitter.com/mBtu3UUDYv
— Revolution Pro (@RevProUK) December 29, 2023
He has worked for the likes of PROGRESS Wrestling, IPW and others across the UK. Back in 2018, he won the RevPro British Cruiserweight Title and the title reign lasted for six months.
His final match came in June this year when he successfully defended his Resurgence Arthouse Championship.
Tributes pour in for ‘Mad Kurt’
ATTACK! Pro Wrestling, another British company who Chapman worked with, published a touching tribute on X. A picture of Mad Kurt was captioned:
“Rest in peace, Kurtis.”
TNT Extreme Wrestling paid homage to the youngster by writing:
“Everyone at TNT extends their deepest condolences to the loved ones of Kurtis Chapman, better known as Mad Kurt. Kurtis was not just a well-respected performer but a dear friend. We will miss not just him but the laughter and light he brought to all of us dearly.”
Riot Cabaret Pro Wrestling wrote:
“We’re so sorry to hear this. Thinking of you all today and sending our deepest condolences to everyone who knew him.”
Wrestling fans have been in “shock” ever since the news broke on social media. One wrote: “Just… can’t believe this. RIP to someone who seemed to always be having the most fun he could at every opportunity. He’s going to be incredibly missed!”
Another fan added: “That’s awful news, (he) was a really fun wrestler to watch and always looked like he was doing something he loved. My condolences to all his family and friends.”
We at SEScoops our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Kurtis Chapman.
