Update zum Tod von Jon Huber (fka. Brodie Lee / Luke Harper)

Nach dem überraschenden Tod des geliebten Wrestlers Jonathan (Jon) Huber, den viele unter seinem Ringnamen (Mr.) Brodie Lee bei AEW oder Luke Harper bei WWE kennen, veröffentlichte Dave Meltzer in einer Sonderausgabe des Wrestling Observer Radios ein Update zum Ableben des Wrestling-Stars.

Zunächst bestritt Lee sein letztes Match bei der amerikanischen Wrestling-Liga AEW (All Elite Wrestling) am 07. Oktober, als er seinen TNT Championship Match an Cody Rhodes verlor. Nach diesem Match war er von den TV-Bildschirmen verschwunden. Ursprünglich war die Storyline geplant, dass jener sich von der Schwere des Matches erholen müsse.

Sodann arbeitete Lee hart, während seiner Pause, an seinen täglichen Workouts. Eines Tages allerdings verschlechterte sich sein Allgemeinzustand und er musste sein Training unterbrechen. Die Arbeit seiner Lunge erlahmt erheblich, so dass er Ende Oktober in die Mayo-Klinik in Jacksonville, Florida eingeliefert wurde.

Dave Meltzer, vom Wrestling Observer, kann nichts über die Diagnose sagen, die jener bei seinem Eintreffen in die Klinik und nach spezifischer Untersuchung bekam. Weiterhin ist nur die Information weitergeleitet worden, dass eine COVID-19 Erkrankung nicht in Verbindung mit dem Tod von Jon Huber stand. Etwaige Informationen lieferte seine Frau Amanda via Instagram.

Meltzer berichtete weiter, dass Hubers schlechter Gesundheitszustand schon seit längerem der Wrestling-Liga bekannt war, da Hubers Frau, Amanda, die Nachricht an AEW übermittelte, mit der Bitte, dass keine Informationen nach außen kommuniziert werden.

Der Schrecken über diese Nachricht sitzt noch tief. Bereits gestern haben schon zahlreiche Persönlichkeiten via Twitter ihre Beileidsbekundungen abgesendet.

WWE is saddened to learn that Jon Huber, known to WWE fans as Luke Harper, passed away today at age 41. WWE extends its condolences to Huber’s family, friends and fans.https://t.co/hZnBguE4Mj

— WWE (@WWE) December 27, 2020

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Brodie Lee. We offer our sincerest condolences to his friends and family.

— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) December 27, 2020

https://twitter.com/mlw/status/1343013049331019776?s=21

Thank You pic.twitter.com/gbBD49IwDH

— Cody Rhodes (@CodyRhodes) December 27, 2020

In utter disbelief hearing of the passing of Brodie Lee. I’m unable to process this. I can’t believe it.

— Sami Zayn (@SamiZayn) December 27, 2020

One of the first men I was able I train with after I was signed in 2016.

He was always a pleasure to be around, hear great stories from and was always a excellent human being

All of my love and respect to Jon Huber/Mr Brodie Lee and his family#RIPBrodieLee

— PRIME Alexander (@CedricAlexander) December 27, 2020

When i started wrestling I picked the name Brody not only for Bruiser Brody but also because of Brodie Lee. He was someone that truly pushed the boundaries of a big man wrestler .Though i never got to meet him I looked up to him not only as a wrestler but also a family man. RIP. https://t.co/Tp4kOX8yB9

— Big Bad Brody King (@Brodyxking) December 27, 2020

#RIPBrodieLee absolutely heartbreaking. Sending prayers and love to his family ♥️

— Jessica McKay (@JessicaMcKay) December 27, 2020

One of the Best Men I ever had the pleasure of working with as well as one Great Husband, Father and Friend. Words Can’t express my Hurt for his Family Please keep them all lifted in Prayer #RIPBrodieLee

— Titus O'Neil (@TitusONeilWWE) December 27, 2020

Gutted to hear about Jon passing away. He saved me from a broken neck. He would get so mad when I pulled up a chair for him to sit in and referred to him as ‘Taker-sir.’
“You’re gonna get me heat, kid.”

Condolences to his family and peers that loved him dearly. #RIPBrodieLee

— Mustafa Ali (@MustafaAli_X) December 27, 2020

Jon was genuinely one of the best, honest and kindest man I've ever known. He was like that the very first day I met him back in 2007 and was like that the very last day I saw him. I will always only have good memories of him.
I love you man.

RIP: Mr Brodie Lee pic.twitter.com/zvCkN9STFs

— Stu Grayson (@stu_dos) December 27, 2020

I’m so sorry to hear the heartbreaking news about Brodie Lee. Sending my deepest condolences to his family and friends. #RIPBrodieLee

— Gail Kim-Irvine (@gailkimITSME) December 27, 2020

I can not thank you enough for all of your help and the advice you gave me for both wrestling and real life. I’m going to miss you so much.

— Alex Reynolds (@YTAlexReynolds) December 27, 2020

Quelle: f4wonline