The wrestling world is sending well-wishes to a legend.
Mike Rotunda, 67, a well-known wrestler from the 1980s who achieved success in both the World Wrestling Federation (now WWE) and World Championship Wrestling, is now receiving hospice care, as shared by his brother-in-law and former teammate, Barry Windham.
Barry shared in an interview with wrestling journalist Bill Apter on October 25th that Mike is currently in hospice care and facing a difficult time.
As a longtime fan, it really hit me when Barry spoke about losing Mike’s son, Windham Rotunda, who we all knew and loved as Bray Wyatt. It was so sudden – he passed away from a heart attack in 2023, way too young at just 36. Barry and Mike were a fantastic tag team, winning the World Tag Team Championship twice, and it’s clear how deeply this loss has affected everyone. It was a really touching moment.
He added, “I love that family but it’s just so tragic.”
Along with Barry’s request for prayers for Mike, fellow former WWE wrestler Leilani Kai expressed her sympathy following the news about the WWE Hall of Famer’s health.
I’m heartbroken to share that my friend Mike Rotunda is in hospice care,” she wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on October 28th, along with a photo of them hugging. “This picture was taken earlier this year, and it’s a moment I’ll always cherish.
Leilani added, “Please keep Mike and the Rotunda family in your prayers. We love you, Mike.”
Mike Rotunda, also the father of wrestler Taylor “Bo Dallas” Rotunda and daughter Mika Rotunda with his wife Stephanie Windham, has performed under many names. However, he’s most remembered as Irwin R. Schyster, or IRS. As the character, he wore a white shirt and suspenders and playfully accused opponents and fans of not paying their taxes.
Going by that name, Mike teamed up with wrestler Ted DiBiase and faced opponents like the late Hulk Hogan and Brutus Beefcake.
Earlier this year, Mike reminded fans that the stage name is still alive and well.
He announced his return to X (formerly Twitter) in February, stating that opportunities were still available. He reminded people how things operate, emphasizing that results speak for themselves and that outstanding debts will be recovered. He made it clear he always ensures he gets paid.
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2025-10-29 02:47