The wrestling world mourns the loss of former WWE star, Melissa Coates, also known as Super Genie, who tragically passed away at the age of 50.
No specific cause of death has been disclosed for the former bodybuilder, wrestler, and manager.
The sad news was shared by a close friend on Facebook, who wrote: “This may be the hardest post I have ever made… Just got word from Terry ‘Sabu’ Brunk that Super Genie Melissa Coates has passed away this afternoon.
“I also have spoken to her brother, JR Coates and niece, Cassi. They told me to post this sad news…”
“Sabu will not be taking calls, and please respect their privacy at this time. Please keep them all in your thoughts and prayers.”
The Cauliflower Alley Club, a non-profit organization that supports former full-time wrestlers, also confirmed the news, expressing their deepest condolences.
They tweeted: “Everyone here at the CAC is deeply saddened to hear the news that Super Genie Melissa Coates has passed away.
“We send out our sincerest condolences to her family, friends, and fans. May they find comfort in the memories left behind during this most difficult time. R.I.P. Melissa.”
Earlier in October, a GoFundMe page was set up after Coates underwent a life-saving amputation due to complete obstruction of the arteries supplying blood to her left lower leg by blood clots.
