As the 20-year anniversary of Eddie Guerreros passing approaches, WWE legend John Bradshaw Layfield is speaking out to end speculation once and for all.
Eddie Guerrero passed away on November 13, 2005, just hours before a scheduled WWE event. His final match, a victory over Mr. Kennedy at a SmackDown taping, sparked years of rumors onlineparticularly surrounding whether a chair shot in that match had something to do with his sudden death.
On Something to Wrestle, JBL made it clear: that rumor is completely false.
He said its easy to understand why people jump to conclusions, but the truth doesnt match the theory.
JBL added that Eddie seemed fine leading up to his passing and didnt appear to be dealing with any health issues.
The official autopsy later confirmed that Eddie died of acute heart failure caused by arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease, a condition that had gone unnoticed. JBLs comments add to the painful clarity to a loss that still cuts deep for fans and wrestlers alike. Guerrero was one of the most beloved performers in WWE historya rare talent who left it all in the ring but never let fame change who he was outside of it.
Whats your favorite memory of Eddie Guerrero? Do you think WWE has done enough to honor his legacy over the years? Drop your thoughts and stories in the comments below.
