WWE and AEW Legends Mourn Death of Former Four Horsemen & NFL Hall of Famer – Steve “Mongo” McMichael

Steve “Mongo” McMichael has died at the age of 67. After a long bout with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), McMichael passed away in Joliet, IL, in the same state where he starred for the Chicago Bears in the late 1970s and through the 1980s.

After McMichael’s Hall-of-Fame football career ended, he had a successful career in professional wrestling, first as a broadcaster and then as an in-ring competitor and member of the legendary Four Horsemen faction. Several former professional football players and wrestling legends took to social media to pay their respects to McMichael.

Ric Flair, who has consistently posted updates about Mongo’s condition posted a touching tribute to McMichael:

Read Also: Pope Francis has died at age 88, the Vatican says

WCW legend Sting also posted a tribute to McMichael reflecting on his final conversations with him.

All Elite Wrestling posted this classy tribute image and post.

WWE Raw General Manager, Adam Pearce paid homage to McMichael with an image and reflection on Mongo’s professional accomplishments.

WWE legend, Brian Heffron aka The Blue Meanie posted an image and a memory of a conversation he had with McMichael.

Wrestling icon, Missy Hyatt also posted about McMichael.

McMichael battled the disease since being diagnosed in 2021. Despite his declining health, he remained a source of strength and inspiration for fans of both football and wrestling. His story resonated beyond the ring or the field—it became a message about resilience, loyalty, and legacy.