In the world of professional wrestling, the community is mourning the loss of a former WWE Superstar. Michael Jones, known to fans as Virgil, has passed away after battling several health issues. In 2022, he was diagnosed with stage two colon cancer and dementia. His struggles were recently highlighted by fellow WWE legend Chris Chavis, also known as Tatanka, who mentioned that Jones had suffered multiple strokes.
The news of Virgil’s passing was shared on social media by Mark Charles III. Through a heartfelt Facebook post, Charles conveyed the family’s message, stating, “My dear friends, it is with great sorrow that I bring news from the Jones family of the passing of our beloved Michael Jones, whom we know and loved as Virgil, Vincent, Soul Train Jones and more. Virgil passed peacefully at the hospital this morning and I ask that you pray for him and for his family. May his memory be eternal!”
Virgil’s legacy in the wrestling world is significant. He gained fame as the on-screen bodyguard of Ted DiBiase Sr. in WWE, where he was involved in a notable feud with the Hall of Famer and captured the Million Dollar Championship. His career continued to flourish after he left WWE in 1995, as he joined WCW and became a part of the New World Order, one of wrestling’s most popular factions. He retired from full-time in-ring competition in 2000, leaving behind a legacy that fans and colleagues alike will remember.
The wrestling community, including us at this publication, extends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and all those affected by the loss of Michael Jones. It is always a somber moment when a figure who has entertained and inspired so many leaves us. His contributions to the world of professional wrestling will not be forgotten, and his memory will indeed be eternal.
As we reflect on Virgil’s impact on wrestling, we are reminded of the fragility of life and the bonds that form within the wrestling industry. Wrestlers become part of a unique family, and the fans are an extension of that family. Today, we all share in the grief of losing one of our own, but we also celebrate the life and career of a man who brought excitement and drama to the squared circle.
