Australian wrestler Broderick Shepherd, also known as "Australian Suicide", has passed away at the young age of 32 in Mexico.
The cause of his death is still unknown, leaving his fans and loved ones in shock.
A Life of Passion and Entertainment
Born in Melbourne, Shepherd had a successful wrestling career, winning the AAA Cruiserweight Champion title. He moved to Mexico in 2013, where he met his partner, fellow wrestler Vanilla Vargas.
Shepherd was known for his high-energy performances, iconic outfits, and song choices that always got the crowd excited.
A Heartbreaking Plea from His Partner
Vargas took to social media to share the sad news, also revealing that she's trying to raise funds to bring Shepherd's body back to Australia.
She has just 48 hours to come up with $10,000, a daunting task that's "impossible" to do alone.
Vargas is counting on the support of friends, fans, and family to help her fulfill Shepherd's wish to rest in his home country with his loved ones.
The Wrestling Community Comes Together
A Go Fund Me page has been set up to help Vargas with the funeral expenses and to support Shepherd's daughter and family during this difficult time.
Professional wrestler Chelsea Durden shared the link, urging everyone to contribute, no matter how small the donation may be.
The wrestling community is also paying tribute to Shepherd, with Melbourne City Wrestling expressing their deep sadness and fondly remembering his time in the ring.
Tributes Pour in for the Beloved Wrestler
John Jesus "Mecha Wolf" Yurnet, a fellow wrestler, paid a touching tribute to Shepherd on Instagram, saying "F*** man. This one hurts a lot. L
ove you bro. I will see you again soon." Melbourne City Wrestling also shared a heartfelt post, remembering Shepherd's infectious energy, unforgettable outfits, and song choices that always brought joy to the show.
As the news of his passing spreads, fans and friends are taking to social media to share their condolences and memories of the talented wrestler.
