British wrestling star Kurtis ‘Mad Kurt’ Chapman has died aged 26.
Revolution Pro Wrestling confirmed the young athlete’s death today, describing the tragedy as a ‘massive loss to the UK wrestling scene’.
The pro wrestler, who kicked off his career back in 2014, quickly became known for his comedic style in the ring and his tongue-in-cheek online persona.
Tributes have poured in for the Portsmouth-based sportsman who was once described as ‘one of the most gifted technical wrestlers’.
Sharing the sad news on social media, Revolution Pro said: ‘We, at Revolution Pro Wrestling are absolutely heartbroken to report the loss of our dear friend Kurtis Chapman.
‘We watched Kurtis grow from a child to a young man who loved professional wrestling and continued to excel in all aspects of his life.
‘One of the most gifted technical wrestlers, charismatic characters and magnetic personalities. He will never be forgotten.’
Chapman began his career at just 17-years-old competing in PROGRESS Wrestling and IPW amongst others.
He went on to won the RevPro Wrestling British Cruiserweight Title and held the championship from December 2017 to May 2018.
The wrestler’s final match took place in June 2023 when he successfully defended his Resurgence Arthouse Championship.
Throughout his time on the wrestling circuit he also found his way to MDRN NMD NORTH, TNT, Purpose Wrestling and Resurgence, among many other wrestling companies in the country.
Chapman’s death has sent shockwaves around the wrestling community, with professional wrestler ‘Big Wavy’ Roy Johnson writing on X: ‘Awful news. Kurtis was such a character and so fun to be around. RIP.’
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