Virgil, former WWE wrestling star, dies at 61

Former WWE star Michael Jones, better known by the wrestling name of Virgil, has died at 61, according to his verified Instagram account.

Former WWE star Michael Jones, better known by the wrestling name Virgil, has died at 61, according to his verified Instagram account.

"This is to confirm the sad news about our beloved Meatsauce God and Wrestling Superstar Virgil/Michael Jones has passed away," the Instagram post read. "There is so much to say here and would love to share stories but for now it’s a rough day as our friend is gone.

"We would only ask at this time to remember him as the man that he was," the post continued. "Wishing him all the unlimited pasta in heaven. We love you Mike.”

Wrestling referee and friend Mark Charles III broke the news Wednesday on Facebook.

"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," Charles wrote. "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!"

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