Andy 'The Butcher' Williams RIP - Wrestling Pays Tribute To Ex-AEW Star (AEW News)
The wrestling world pays tribute to Andy 'The Butcher' Williams.
After the tragic news that Andy 'The Butcher' Williams passed away over the weekend at the age of just 48, the pro wrestling world has continued to pay tribute to somebody who, by all accounts, was one of the most genuine, beloved figures in the industry and beyond.
Andy suffered a medical incident during a match for Enjoy Wrestling on Saturday, and it was soon reported by TMZ, via the Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office, that he'd sadly passed later that night.
A collection of the tributes to Andy can be found below.
All Elite Wrestling is saddened to learn of the passing of Andy Williams, aka The Butcher. A trailblazing musician with ETID and Atomic Rule, Williams made a successful transition into the world of professional wrestling and was incredibly respected by his peers both in and out… pic.twitter.com/FZ5WhSGsFl— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) September 6, 2026
During the Jacksonville days, Andy (along with Eddie) really advocated for me. He encouraged me to keep trying when my dreams still felt so far away. He raised my confidence. He made AEW feel like family even when I wasn’t officially a part of the team. And from what I’ve heard,… https://t.co/rcDevDsUb7— Willow Nightingale (@willowwrestles) September 6, 2026
Andy Williams was consistently in rooms full of cool and interesting people.
And even so, Andy was consistently the most cool and interesting person in a room. Effortlessly.
— Bryce Remsburg (@dabryceisright) September 6, 2026
He made you feel cool and interesting just by talking to you.
His smile could light up a stadium. ? pic.twitter.com/rhBpiAH24N
Andy Williams was so smart and cultured that it made both his chosen careers all the more insane. He was the opposite of how he looked, we were lucky to know him. pic.twitter.com/mbC3bd3l9N— RJ City (@RJCity1) September 6, 2026
Andy Williams was a musician and wrestler.
He was one of the best people I ever met. Everytime we spoke I left the conversation better for it.
I’ll remember Andy for what he was. A dude with an enormous heart that could always put a smile on my face.
Rest in Peace brother.
♥️ pic.twitter.com/OHyhcDbJugAdvertisement— Josh Alexander (@Walking_Weapon) September 6, 2026
Love you Andy, rip ? https://t.co/KR7MbDH4yg— Anthony Bowens (@Bowens_Official) September 6, 2026
Rest in peace to one of the best of us.
A true pioneer, a fucking ROCKSTAR, and a real life badass.
— Bad News & Tattoos (@CarlieBravo) September 6, 2026
My brother Andy.
The monster the Butcher.
Ima miss all the talks and all the laughs my guy.
They don't make em like you no more.
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One of the most unexpected friendships I’ve ever had… Andy was genuine! Thoughtful, brutal, loving, and funny as hell! We should all try to be like the butcher but he was truly a 1 of 1
Love ya Butch ? pic.twitter.com/wbo02gMnSh— Rizz Khalifa? (@NylaRoseBeast) September 6, 2026
My heart is so heavy hearing about Andy this morning. It is made slightly lighter hearing all the stories and how much love there is for him in the world
One distinct memory I have is being in the locker room at an AEW show with him, I was talking about how my self image was…
Advertisement— “Protostar” Kyle Fletcher (@kylefletcherpro) September 6, 2026
Very sad to hear about the passing of “The Butcher” Andy Williams.
Some of my favorite memories in wrestling were with him. More importantly, he was an amazing guy and genuinely one of the nicest people you could ever meet!
— QT Marshall (@QTMarshall) September 6, 2026
Rest easy, Andy! pic.twitter.com/WIpyaw6zxn
Andy, like many of us, was one of my favorite people I had the pleasure of becoming friends with. Two years back I told Andy I really liked the jacket he was wearing. He pulled up the website, but they were no longer selling it. He then told me to try it on, and after I did he…— Vincent (@NoNamexVincent) September 6, 2026
Andy was legitimately one of the best human beings I’ve ever had the privilege of knowing, and I’m so incredibly grateful to call him my friend. I’m going to miss the insane texts we’d send each other and the way we managed to make everyone around us uncomfortable every single… pic.twitter.com/eg0E2F3Yq5— DUTCH (@DEATHxWALKS) September 6, 2026
For a man his size, with all the tattoos, you’d assume he’d be this monster. But in reality, Andy Williams was always such a kind person to Tay and me anytime we saw him.
Very sad day. RIP brother ?
Advertisement— Sammy Guevara (@sammyguevara) September 6, 2026
R.I.P. Andy ??????❤️❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/DYaaKW99B2— Swerve Strickland (@swerveconfident) September 6, 2026
Sad loss of a good brother. RIP Butcher! pic.twitter.com/ruvXd09Vf6— Mark Henry (@TheMarkHenry) September 6, 2026
What a awesome & creative man this was. His body of work as a musician & pro wrestler is so cool! Purely such a talented person. But as you are all reading so many people who knew Andy they are telling you what a great person he was & such a gentle soul. That’s all very true. A… pic.twitter.com/zVGSnFFanK— taz (@OfficialTAZ) September 6, 2026
Ain't no way man... ???
We were literally just chatting about life and wrestling hours ago! #ripButcher ?
(My condolences to the family)— Amazing Red (@AmazingRed_iOD) September 6, 2026
RIP Andy Williams, awful news to see this morning ? one of the best human beings.. Feel so lucky to have known you. Rest in power my friend ?— SARAYA (@Saraya) September 6, 2026
So kind.
So wonderful.
Such a beautiful human.I will always cherish our friendship.
— Abadon_X (@abadon_x13) September 6, 2026
Butcher forever ❤️
I’m deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Andy Williams. I enjoyed the time we spent together talking music and old wrestling. A lovely man. Rest well.— William Regal (@RealKingRegal) September 6, 2026
Just extremely awful news to wake up to. You were always so kind and I truly do miss talking and exchanging food recipes.
Rip Butcher
My condolences to all friends and family.— Athena is ROH & All Elite! (@AthenaPalmer_FG) September 6, 2026
Seeing all this love for Andy everywhere,
He had twice as much for everyone else.How that’s even possible I’ll never understand.
One of the best ways we can honor him is by learning how to be that same light in the room as he was.
I think one of his greatest traits was his…Advertisement— Kevin Robert Kesar (@realKILLERkross) September 6, 2026
Every up kick moving forward will be dedicated to Andy Williams. He has no idea how many lives he’s touched. Gone way too soon ? pic.twitter.com/l9fO58RTcr— VIVA VAN ❤️?ビバ・バン (@HellBentVixen) September 6, 2026
Rest in peace sweet man ❤️ pic.twitter.com/iNn5yv5Lns— Danhausen (@DanhausenAD) September 6, 2026
We Lost Two More Soldiers Today! I Am So Sorry To Hear About The Passing Of Andy Williams And Bill Dundee! They Deserve All The Respect In The World For Being A Part Of The Brotherhood Of Wrestling. That’s Why I Tell Everybody To Live Each Day Of Their Life Like It Could Be Their… pic.twitter.com/h980E9Cry2— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) September 6, 2026
RIP Andy Williams. I wasn’t lucky enough to know him well, but he was always super cool to me when we saw each other. I was mad at him when he shaved his head because his Butcher figure had long hair and became inaccurate.— Matt Cardona (@TheMattCardona) September 6, 2026
Saddened to hear of the loss of two people in professional wrestling. Andy Williams and Bill Dundee.
While I might not have crossed many paths with Andy my prayers are with his family.
— Tully Blanchard (@Tully4HOF) September 6, 2026
Bill was a wonderful guy who did his job very well!
May God Rest them in Peace. pic.twitter.com/DXB6JS320b
Saddened & shocked to hear about the passing of Andy Williams. Andy was a joy to work with - He was a kind, funny & deep individual who was an extremely talented musician & wrestler. My thoughts & prayers go out to all of Andy’s family, friends & fans. RIP brother. pic.twitter.com/BZBvBBadCr— MATT HARDY (@MATTHARDYBRAND) September 6, 2026
Can’t say anything that hasn’t already been said but man. What a tremendous, soul crushing loss. Sweetest, funniest guy with the best hugs. From here on out, pump up your friends once a day in honor of Andy/Butch. pic.twitter.com/qAUrKK8Psg— Chris Hero (Is Back) (@ChrisHero) September 7, 2026
Godspeed to the Superstar and the Butcher. My heart goes out to the family, friends, and fans of Bill Dundee and Andy Williams. Rest well, sirs. ?— Adam Pearce (@ScrapDaddyAP) September 6, 2026
I met andy williams @aew in 2020.
Nice guy. At 48 years old he was living his dream as a wrestler and heavy metal musician at the same time.Sometimes its how much dreams you can fulfill in a short period of time,when most people are just day dreamers.
My condolences to his… pic.twitter.com/WbQmLKyazPAdvertisement— MissyHyatt (@RealMissyHyatt) September 6, 2026
Andy was the coolest guy I’ve ever met. I’m truly going to miss him.— Chuck Taylor (@SexyChuckieT) September 7, 2026
This completely took me by surprise this past April.
This is type of guy Andy Williams is ❤️ pic.twitter.com/ZXKbsJROfU
— Big Trouble Ben Bishop (@bigtroubleBB) September 6, 2026
Andy was THE man. Everyone loved him. He was one of the most interesting, funny and genuine people I’ve ever met. He would often lead some of the funniest conversations I’ve ever been in with the locker room. Gonna miss you Butch pic.twitter.com/PAnsVZcPf9— John Silver (@SilverNumber1) September 6, 2026
? Rest easy Andy. A stand up man and a good brother. Still have the Prince pin you gave me— Ricky Saints (@starkmanjones) September 6, 2026