<p>Andy Williams, who built a rare dual career in music and professional wrestling, has reportedly died at the age of 48. The founder of the band Every Time I Die, later became widely known in wrestling as The Butcher. His death followed a collapse during an Enjoy Wrestling match in Pennsylvania.</p><h2>Andy Williams dies at 48; AEW issues statement</h2><p>All Elite Wrestling (AEW), a major professional wrestling promotion in the United States, released a statement saying, "All Elite Wrestling is saddened to learn the passing of Andy Williams, aka The Butcher. A trailblazing musician with EITD 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 of professional condolences. Go out to Williams' family, friends and fans."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/former-every-time-i-die-guitarist-andy-williams-collapses-during-wrestling-show-rushed-to-hospital-1788675666795"><strong>Former Every Time I Die guitarist Andy Williams collapses during wrestling show</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As per a <i>TMZ</i> report, the Allegheny County Medical Examiner's officer said that Andy Williams passed away on Saturday night (September 5) following his health crisis at Mr Small's Theatre in Millvale, PA. The Butcher and his partner, The Blade, were battling TME during the Enjoy Wrestling event, leading to its prompt cancellation. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/hanuman-ansh-how-a-steve-jobs-assignment-turned-a-21-year-old-economics-graduate-into-a-film-producer-1788702287298"><strong>Hanuman Ansh: How a Steve Jobs assignment turned Anupriya into a producer</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A representative for Enjoy Wrestling had posted a statement on X, saying that Andy collapsed at the end of his match, and doctors rushed to his aid, giving him CPR before an ambulance arrived to take him to the hospital. The rep also said everyone was sent home while thanking all the people who gave assistance to Andy.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>An official cause of death has not been immediately released pending further examination and autopsy results.</p><h2>Tributes and condolences pour in for Andy Williams</h2><p>Soon after the news of Andy Williams spread, fans took to social media platforms to pay their tributes. One user wrote, "Throwback to when the Butcher yeeted Orange Cassidy off the stage during an Every Time I Die concert in 2019. RIP Andy Williams."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/bigg-boss-20-house-snakes-and-ladders-inspired-dining-area-to-mysterious-room-no-20-explore-every-corner-1788689610522"><strong>Bigg Boss 20 house: A look inside the forest-inspired bedroom to Room No 20</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Throwback to when the Butcher yeeted orange cassidy off the stage during an Every Time I Die concert in 2019. RIP Andy Williams. <a href="https://t.co/kJveT36xZ1">pic.twitter.com/kJveT36xZ1</a></p>&mdash; Mer💔Luca (@NotPunkAnymore) <a href="https://x.com/NotPunkAnymore/status/2096643437244109057?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Another user wrote, "I was blessed with a chance to go on tour a few years back alongside every time I die. I have no idea why I felt inclined to film this particular night, but I'm glad I did. Thank you Andy for helping shape my musical taste for the rest of my life."</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I was blessed with a chance to go on tour a few years back along side every time I die. I have no idea why I felt inclined to film this particular night, but I’m glad I did. Thank you Andy for helping shape my musical taste for the rest of my life. <a href="https://t.co/OoY9GwEqrF">pic.twitter.com/OoY9GwEqrF</a></p>&mdash; Joe (@thisislijoe) <a href="https://x.com/thisislijoe/status/2096601590803448319?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>"Guess that Every Time I Die reunion will never happen then....RIP Andy Williams", wrote the third user.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Guess that Every Time I Die reunion will never happen then... RIP Andy Williams... 😔🙏 <a href="https://t.co/DaLB4HPkRc">pic.twitter.com/DaLB4HPkRc</a></p>&mdash; Joe-peth ♫⃠ (0-0 🏴‍☠️) (@JoeMonFanta) <a href="https://x.com/JoeMonFanta/status/2096691949801799802?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Another social media user wrote, "Terrible. My buddy kohl gave me Last Night in Town in 9th grade and Every Time I Die has been of my favourite bands since. Way too young. Prayers for his family. Rest in Peace, Andy Williams."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/manoj-bajpayee-to-play-mahatma-gandhi-in-sudhir-mishra-anubhav-sinha-s-next-first-look-inside-1788691003718"><strong>Manoj Bajpayee to play Mahatma Gandhi in Sudhir Mishra, Anubhav Sinha’s next</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Terrible. My buddy Kohl gave me “Last Night in Town” in 9th grade and Every Time I Die has been one of my favorite bands since. Way too young. Prayers for his family and friends. Rest In Peace, Andy Williams. <a href="https://t.co/S3P1UrZqJ6">https://t.co/S3P1UrZqJ6</a></p>&mdash; toomey (@michaelptoomey) <a href="https://x.com/michaelptoomey/status/2096594653046825308?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Andy Williams, the founding guitarist of metalcore band Every Time I Die and professional wrestler known as “The Butcher", has died at the age of 48. Condolences and tributes poured in from fans. 

Andy Williams, who built a rare dual career in music and professional wrestling, has reportedly died at the age of 48. The founder of the band Every Time I Die, later became widely known in wrestling as The Butcher. His death followed a collapse during an Enjoy Wrestling match in Pennsylvania. Andy Williams dies at 48; AEW issues statement All Elite Wrestling (AEW), a major professional wrestling promotion in the United States, released a statement saying, "All Elite Wrestling is saddened to learn the passing of Andy Williams, aka The Butcher. A trailblazing musician with EITD 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 of professional condolences. Go out to Williams' family, friends and fans." Also Read: Former Every Time I Die guitarist Andy Williams collapses during wrestling show As per a TMZ report, the Allegheny County Medical Examiner's officer said that Andy Williams passed away on Saturday night (September 5) following his health crisis at Mr Small's Theatre in Millvale, PA. The Butcher and his partner, The Blade, were battling TME during the Enjoy Wrestling event, leading to its prompt cancellation. Also Read: Hanuman Ansh: How a Steve Jobs assignment turned Anupriya into a producer A representative for Enjoy Wrestling had posted a statement on X, saying that Andy collapsed at the end of his match, and doctors rushed to his aid, giving him CPR before an ambulance arrived to take him to the hospital. The rep also said everyone was sent home while thanking all the people who gave assistance to Andy. An official cause of death has not been immediately released pending further examination and autopsy results. Tributes and condolences pour in for Andy Williams Soon after the news of Andy Williams spread, fans took to social media platforms to pay their tributes. One user wrote, "Throwback to when the Butcher yeeted Orange Cassidy off the stage during an Every Time I Die concert in 2019. RIP Andy Williams." Also Read: Bigg Boss 20 house: A look inside the forest-inspired bedroom to Room No 20

<p>Andy Williams, the founding guitarist of metalcore band Every Time I Die and professional wrestler known as “The Butcher", has died at the age of 48. Condolences and tributes poured in from fans.&nbsp;</p>

Andy Williams dies at 48 after collapsing during wrestling match, condolences pour in

<p>Forme<i>r Every Time I Die</i> guitarist Andy Williams was involved in a medical emergency during a wrestling event in Pennsylvania, where he collapsed near the end of his match. The medical personnel responded at the venue before he was taken away by ambulance, while the remainder of the show was cancelled.</p><h2>Health update of Andy Williams</h2><p>As per the report of <i>Fightful</i>, Andy Williams' legs buckled before he fell to the floor. His partner, The Blade, attempted to help him up before Andy Williams collapsed again and passed out. The same report stated that those who attended the show said a defibrillator was used on Williams before he was taken from the venue in an ambulance.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/bigg-boss-20-countdown-revisit-the-biggest-fights-in-the-history-of-the-reality-show-from-sidharth-shukla-and-asim-riaz-to-farhana-bhatt-and-baseer-1788667897457"><strong>Bigg Boss 20 countdown! Revisit the biggest fights in the history of the reality show- From Sidharth Shukla and Asim Riaz to Farhana Bhatt and Baseer</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a statement released on social media following the incident, Enjoy Wrestling said Williams collapsed toward the end of the match. “Our doctors on staff tended to him immediately, administering CPR until the ambulance arrived. We sent everyone home and are at the hospital now waiting for more information.”</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Andy collapsed at the end of his match this evening.<br><br>Our doctors on staff tended to him immediately, administering CPR until the ambulance arrived.<br><br>We sent everyone home and are at the hospital now waiting for more information.<br><br>Thanks to everyone who helped and has reached out <a href="https://t.co/A2rnCnOOgR">https://t.co/A2rnCnOOgR</a></p>&mdash; Enjoy Wrestling (@EnjoyWrestle) <a href="https://x.com/EnjoyWrestle/status/2096430541847367925?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The remainder of the show, which was a five-year anniversary celebration for Enjoy Wrestling, was cancelled<strong>.</strong> Williams (The Butcher) and The Blade were battling for the tag team championship against TME at the time of the reported medical emergency.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/natalie-portman-gives-birth-to-her-third-child-and-first-with-partner-tanguy-destable-1788629004199"><strong>Natalie Portman gives birth to her third child, and 1st with Tanguy Destable</strong></a></p><h2>Andy Williams' upcoming music project before the medical incident</h2><p>Besides wrestling, Williams has been busy in 2026 with his latest metalcore band, Atomic Rule. The band is rounded out by vocalist James Henderson, bassist Travis Bennington of Eternal Sleep and former The Acacia Strain drummer Kevin Boutot. Before the incident on Saturday, Williams shared a video on Atomic Rule's social media saying he was "stoked" that the band just finished writing new music and tracking the songs for demos.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/is-robert-pattinson-dramatic-in-primetime-actor-responds-to-chris-hansen-s-comments-1788622150738"><strong>Is Robert Pattinson over dramatic in Primetime? Actor responds</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He had earlier shared a video on Instagram and said, "What a productive week we just had." He continued running through where the band was at far as new music and what was potentially on the horizon. He also teased some additional announcements that would be out in the coming weeks. "We have a lot of stuff we need to announce that we can't right now and we're really excited about it."</p>

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<h2>All about Andy Williams</h2><p>Born in 1977, Andy Williams started Every Time I Die in Buffalo, New York, in 1998. He played rhythm guitar for the band through its entire run until the group disbanded. After the split, he formed a new heavy music project called Atomic Rule.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/nicolas-cage-s-spider-noir-will-not-return-for-season-2-1788620356571"><strong>Nicolas Cage's Spider Noir will not return for Season 2</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Andy Williams is an American musician and professional wrestler best known as the former rhythm guitarist for the metalcore band Every Time I Die and as "The Butcher" in All Elite Wrestling (AEW).</p>

Former Every Time I Die guitarist Andy Williams has reportedly collapsed at a wrestling event, followed by being rushed to the hospital. Read to know more. 

Former Every Time I Die guitarist Andy Williams was involved in a medical emergency during a wrestling event in Pennsylvania, where he collapsed near the end of his match. The medical personnel responded at the venue before he was taken away by ambulance, while the remainder of the show was cancelled. Health update of Andy Williams As per the report of Fightful, Andy Williams' legs buckled before he fell to the floor. His partner, The Blade, attempted to help him up before Andy Williams collapsed again and passed out. The same report stated that those who attended the show said a defibrillator was used on Williams before he was taken from the venue in an ambulance. Also Read: Bigg Boss 20 countdown! Revisit the biggest fights in the history of the reality show- From Sidharth Shukla and Asim Riaz to Farhana Bhatt and Baseer In a statement released on social media following the incident, Enjoy Wrestling said Williams collapsed toward the end of the match. “Our doctors on staff tended to him immediately, administering CPR until the ambulance arrived. We sent everyone home and are at the hospital now waiting for more information.”

<p>Former Every Time I Die guitarist Andy Williams has reportedly collapsed at a wrestling event, followed by being rushed to the hospital. Read to know more.&nbsp;</p>

Former Every Time I Die guitarist Andy Williams collapses during wrestling show, rushed to hospital

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Former Every Time I Die guitarist Andy Williams collapses during wrestling show