Brian Christopher, former world wrestling entertainment star, has died at the age of 46. "@WWE is saddened to learn that Brian Christopher has passed away," WWE tweeted from its official handle.

A statement on WWE website reads, "Lawler, who is the son of WWE Hall of Famer Jerry The King Lawler, competed during the height of the Attitude Era. WWE extends its condolences to Lawler's family, friends and fans."