"Ashley's death hit me real hard in a way no one's death has in a long time outside of immediate family." - Mick Foley [1] During the February 16, 2007 episode of SmackDown!, Massaro unveiled her Playboy cover. She left behind a daughter, and many questions unanswered. She was found unconscious in herSuffolk County, New York home on Thursday morning. Just a few months before beloved former WWE wrestler Ashley Massaro took her own life in May 2019 at 39, she starred in a music video for a song about suicide prevention. As a result, I was one of four performers chosen to go on a two-week tour in support of our troops in Afghanistan, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. I also felt a sense of abandonment and wished someone had just stayed with me at the base as this likely would never have happened had I not been left there alone. The wrestler was found . 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A cause of death for Massaro, who was born in New York . Ive always felt that she had great potential to be a wonderful Survivor character if given the chance. Following her death, Orlando scrapped plans to release the video. Oh, I actually responded to your text messages for the first time in years? Ashley Massaro claimed that the company concealed risks of injuries known to cause neurological damage, as well as the officials of the company, discouraged her report against an alleged sexual assault. The man then proceeded to violently rape and sodomize me. 7 Three hours later, I woke up suddenly and jumped out of bed and had regained the ability to move and speak. [56][57] Shortly before her death in May 2019, she was promoted to hosting the station's evening program on Wednesday nights. On Thursday morning, officers were called to her home after receiving a report of a disabled person. At the beginning of the trip, I received harsh treatment from several men in Saudi Arabia, even while wearing a burqa. Massaro would then beat down Marella's surprise Big Dick Johnson when he attempted to perform a striptease. Gary said to call when I woke up and that he, or one of the others we were traveling with, would come back to get me. Each second that went by was excruciating and I have never felt more helpless or been more terrified in my entire life. RIP Ashley, This is so tragic. [33], Massaro also began a feud with then WWE Women's Champion, Raw's Melina, who was angry over the publicity Massaro had been receiving because of the cover. Thanks for contacting us. Vince did at least apologize for what I went through, but then stressed that if I disclosed this incident it would ruin the relationship between the WWE and the US Military. [19] She underwent surgery to insert a five-inch metal plate and eight screws into her leg. [71], On May 19 at the Money in the Bank pay-per-view event, WWE acknowledged Massaro's death by projecting a graphic of her at the start of the show. The jury really doesnt owe yall any more explanation, Press J to jump to the feed. Ashley Massaro died after apparently taking her own life, and in heart-wrenching accusations by the woman in the years leading up to her death, she blamed ongoing bouts of depression and multiple injuries on routine repetitive blows she suffered to the head while wrestling for the WWE. Her most high-profile matches were a WWE Women's Championship match against Melina at WrestleMania 23 and a Playboy Bunnymania Lumberjill match at WrestleMania XXIV. Massaro made her debut in WWE after winning the WWE Diva Search in 2005. [72][73] Visitation for Massaro was held that day and the next at the Branch Funeral Home in Smithtown. Their solution was to leave me in Riyadh alone and put me up in a hotel by the airport. It must have been a long time coming and a cumulation of things led her to do what she did. Ashley Massaro Appeared In Suicide Prevention Video Before Her Death - Interview, Details. The first website to report on Ashley Massaro's death on Thursday is now claiming that the former WWE Superstar committed suicide. I was still completely traumatized at that point and I just agreed. Suffolk County police say they responded to a call of a sick or injured perso. Which set up the six-person mixed-tag-team match, in which they lost to Marella, Melina and Phoenix. "We are saddened to learn of the tragic death of former WWE Superstar Ashley Massaro," WWE said in a statement. [77][78] The Suffolk County medical examiner's office did not release an official cause of death, citing a New York state privacy law that allows withholding information that "would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy". Just keep in mind that having mental health issues isnt an off/on switch but something we continuously live with even when we ARE doing better. The lawsuit was dismissed last year after a judge deemed it frivolous and ruled some of the claims occurred past the statute of limitations, however, it was appealed shortly after and is still ongoing. [19] On the October 27 episode of SmackDown!, Massaro participated in a "Trick or Treat Battle Royal" which was won by Kristal. Although an official autopsy report has yet to be released, she reportedly. She was found. The beloved wrestling star and one-time Survivor contestant is survived by her 18-year-old daughter, Alexa Massaro, who shared a touching tribute Monday. This did not make 9 me feel better about the situation. [69][75][76] Others, including CNN and The Nation, did not. I explained to her that I was injected with an IV of an unknown substance, which left me unable to move or scream, and then was sexually assaulted. The details surrounding former WWE star Ashley Massaro's death are starting to become more apparent. Start Sleeping With Soap In Your Bed Tonight, rushed to the home for an unconscious woman, Ashley Massaro Died of Apparent Suicide After Claiming Years of Depression, Injuries Suffered from WWE Career. 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Ashley Iaconetti Addresses Ex Kevin Wendt Accusing Her Of Michele and r/survivor preparing for another "Aubry was Before Sandra and Parvati started feuding through social Mike Whites The White Lotus exemplifies how valuable Long may the Black Widow Brigade reignCirie picks her side. Massaro explained, I underwent treatment through that program in September of 2010. al., pending before you. When I arrived at the sickbay, an IV was placed in my arm almost immediately. :( too many wrestlers take this route rip. They agreed to respect my wishes. Citing unnamed sources, TMZ Sports reported that the former WWE Superstar died of suicide. [1] At the Royal Rumble pay-per-view, Massaro again attempted to convince Maria by telling her that Hugh Hefner wanted her to pose for Playboy before Maria could answer Marella interrupted and objected to the proposal. Ashley Marie Massaro (May 26, 1979 - May 16, 2019) was an American professional wrestler, reality television contestant, television host, model, and radio personality. ", "Well Spent: Body piercing is outside law, 2 parents find", "Former WWE diva joins lawsuit, alleges sexual abuse, brain injuries", "Report: WWE Claims That Ashley Masarro Reached Out In October Of Last Year To Make Amends", "Ashley Massaro Said She Was Raped By Military Man On A WWE Trip, Vince McMahon Wanted To Keep It Quiet", "Ashley Massaro's rape while on WWE trip supporting the troops detailed in chilling affidavit", "WWE Issues Statement on Ashley Massaro Sexual Abuse Allegations", "=Just answered a ton of fanmail so you guys should be receiving them soon! In her last tweet she seemed so happy to be answering fan mail. WWE Star Ashley Massaro's Cause of Death Revealed (Report) Ashley Massaro 's cause of death has been revealed. [19] Massaro returned on the March 20 episode of Raw, being kidnapped by James to lure Stratus in to saving her but James was successful and attacked Stratus. Ashley Massaro was found dead in her home at the age of 39 In June 2018, Ashley Massaro began working for a Long Island radio station as a DJ. And since it was considered a non criminal death we will not have them. [9] During her recovery, Massaro still occasionally appeared on Raw as part of the Stratus/James feud, albeit in a non-active role. theres always that one fucking asshole in the comments. According to a report by. However, we regret that her attorney Konstantine Kyros, who filed multiple cases against the WWE, lost all of them, and was sanctioned multiple times by the Court for repeated misconduct and false allegations, is using Ashley's death to further his malicious campaign against WWE by releasing an affidavit that she submitted to the Court and later apologized to WWE for being involved with, so we wish to make certain things crystal clear," WWE said, according to Cage Side Seats. Former WWE Superstar Ashley Massaro died on Thursday at the age of 39 years old. Ronnie Massaro, brother of the late Ashley Massaro, was fatally stabbed on November 21. The following morning, authorities responded to a rescue call and found her hanging in her home in an apparent suicide. With Stratus, she was involved in another feud with the then-debuting Mickie James, who was obsessed with Stratus and jealous of Massaro's friendship with her, attacking and causing her to lose matches. [1] Massaro also participated in a 12 wrestler Tag Team match at Backlash, where Phoenix pinned her to get the win for her team. [69], On May 15, 2019, Massaro finished replying to fan mail,[70] but did not show up for work at WWSK-FM later that night, prompting another DJ to fill in for her. Following an initial rivalry with Vince's Devils, an alliance of female villains, she became the valet for the WWE Tag Team . I could not believe that anyone would expect me to stay there overnight alone given the circumstances. Ashley Massaro Died of Apparent Suicide (Report) Ashley Massaro 's apparent cause of death was suicide following years of depression and injuries from her WWE career, The Blast reports.. Ashley Massaro, a former model, and grappler, died at the age of 39 after being taken to an emergency clinic from her home. The 39-year-old's death last week has been ruled "non-criminal," TMZ reported. Maria Kanellis did not receive this type of treatment, so I suspected that it was related to my fair skin and light eyes. Sources close to Massaro tell The Blast the 39-year-old was discovered at her home Thursday morning in Smithtown, New York. Ashley Massaro was found unconscious in her Suffolk County, NY home on May 16 as a result of suicide by hanging, multiple sources tell TMZ Sports. "[53], Massaro appeared in two WWE video games. Brown, Vinnie Dombroski, and Kevin Martin. WWE offers its condolences to Ashleys family and friends.. Ronnie Massaro was killed outside a pizzeria. RIP Ashley. She went on to say that she'd been getting migraine headaches and experienced "severe short-term memory loss.". Fuck you. She was raised in Babylon, New York,[6] where her brother, father, and uncle competed in amateur wrestling. The alleged sexual assault outlined in the lawsuit shocked Massaro's fans, but they were also shocked to learn of some of the injuries and treatments she received during her time in the WWE. Ashley Marie Massaro[4] (May 26, 1979 May 16, 2019) was an American professional wrestler, reality television contestant and model. Sources told TMZ that she was found hanging in an apparent suicide. [9], In February 2007, Massaro and Glenn "Kane" Jacobs filmed an episode of the CW's Smallville that aired on March 22, 2007. I was completely helpless to defend myself against this attack as the drug he injected rendered me temporarily paralyzed. Ashley Marie Massaro [1] (May 26, 1979 - May 16, 2019), [1] also known simply as Ashley, was an American pictorial model and professional wrestler. "Remember that we never . [77] In September 2021, a USA Today article stated that she had died by suicide, and wrote that her death (along with the suicides of wrestlers Hana Kimura and Daffney in the succeeding two years) had spurred a conversation about mental health in the professional wrestling industry. Officers were dispatched to her home on Thursday morning after receiving a report of a disabled person. She was born on May 26, 1979, in Babylon, New York, USA. [1] On the March 24, 2008, episode of Raw, Massaro interfered in the match between Maria and Melina. The man and woman yelled one minute and threw a dirty quilt on me as I was lying naked on the table, and when Gary entered the room he attempted to ask them what was going on but they immediately stormed out. My mind however could barely process the fact that I had just been drugged and then violently and brutally raped and sodomized repeatedly by a man who was celebrating his birthday and claimed to be a US Army doctor. [13] On the September 5 episode of Raw, Massaro was defeated by Wilson due to interference from Victoria and Candice. [25] Two days later at The Great American Bash event, Massaro won a fatal four-way bra and panties match in which she defeated Hall, McCool and Marshall. Omalu is aprominent doctor researching brain injuries who rose to fame for her findings related to CTE among football players who had passed away. She studied at the State University of New York at Albany. "She . In its first response to the reports, the organization included an email exchange between WWE heads and Massaro, who claimed lawyer Konstantine Kyros "poached" her, and the legal battle between herself and the WWE"got out of control fast." Obviously, given my mental and physical condition, and that I was in Kuwait and the group had to leave for the next destination, I was not in a position to stick around by myself and have a rape kit administered. Former WWE Diva Ashley Massaro died, WWE announced Thursday. Jimmy said he and the rest of the group were going to get lunch and left. [1] This led to a tag team match at Unforgiven, where the team of Stratus and Massaro defeated Wilson and Victoria. In fact, if she ever articulated such a claim to WWE, we would have reported it immediately to the Base Commander," the statement continued. I told him I was fine but that they wouldnt let me leave because they said I had to wait to see a doctor. Copyright 2023 PopCulture.com. Massaro, who battled depression for years, was found unconscious at her home in Smithtown after calling out sick at her job at a local radio station. The Blast reached out to WWE for comment. Ashley was unconscious when she. Related: It should also be noted that this affidavit is involved in the class-action lawsuit she was engaged in against WWE. Hollywood Life, Latest Hollywood Celebrity & Entertainment News. Texting your friends is normally a good thing to do, something I suck at actually doing on a regular basis (due to texting being a trigger for my anxiety for whatever reason), and all my friends know this. The details surrounding former WWE star Ashley Massaros death are starting to become more apparent. Former Playboy cover girl Ashley Mattingly's April death has been ruled a suicide. In an email provided to The Post, she claimed the lawyer representing the plaintiffs poached her and the legal battle got out of control fast., I accept my part of the responsibility and just want to formally apologize and express my regret, she wrote. Before the suicide report by TMZ Sports, there was speculation about if Ashley had taken her own life when a friend of hers hinted at just that, along with depression on social media. She. This was made known after the company released an email correspondence from the 2005 Diva Search winner where she expressed regret for being involved in the lawsuit. All rights reserved. On May 16th, 2019, Ashley Massaro was found unresponsive in her Long Island, New York home. But on the night of May 15, 2019, she failed to show up for work. A report from The Hollywood Reporter is now claiming that . The tragic tune is now. Ashley Massaro, the former WWE wrestler, Playboy model, and winner of WWE's "2005 Raw Diva Search," leaves behind a daughter. Home Wrestling News Report: Ashley Massaro Cause Of Death Due To Apparent Suicide. The best insights from the ultimate insiders, 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved, Gorgeous Gina Lollobrigida leaves behind a lasting legacy, Dolly Parton 'heartbroken' for Priscilla Presley after Lisa Marie's 'tragic' death, Lisa Marie Presley's sad final words at son's grave before her death, Aaron Carter's family says he didn't drown in tub as drug deal mystery deepens, Another Bill will wear O.J. I felt excruciating pain as a result of this man penetrating me by force and against my will, in a violent and aggressive manner, while I was completely defenseless. Vince led the meeting with these men and asked me to recount what happened in Kuwait. The one-time Survivor contestant had been open about her mental health and previously blamed bouts of depression on injuries suffered during her wrestling career. Ashley Massaro Died of Apparent Suicide (Report) justjared This thread is archived New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast 105 63 63 comments Best survivor39 4 yr. ago RIP that is so sad 100 Rustlingleaves1 4 yr. ago Really sad news! Massaro was just 39 years old. She was 39. [10] Her winnings included $250,000 and a one-year contract with WWE. Whenever I rewatch China (excellent season), I get bummed out that we didnt get more of her. She was born into a family of wrestlers. channel Wild On! In addition, she spent the last two years of her life working as a radio DJ for 94.3 The Shark. [36] In reality, Massaro had loosened a screw in her ankle, which had been inserted the previous year after she legitimately fractured her tibia and fibula while in a battle royal. Ashley Massarowas found hanging in an apparent suicide, multiple sources close to the situation tell TMZ Sportson May 21. Ashley Massaro, a former star of the WWE who won the wrestling organization's Raw Diva Search in 2005, has died. One of Massaros attorneys revealed that the former professional wrestlers brain might be donated toDr. Bennet Omalu. A former WWE star and "Survivor" competitor has been found dead on Long Island. I also admittedly was uncomfortable with the thought of all the wrestlers finding out so I asked Vince and those in the room to keep the incident quiet and they agreed. Former WWE superstar Ashley Massaro reportedly died in an apparent suicide at her Long Island home after years battling depression. According to Suffolk District Police, she died of natural causes. Her death caused is Suicide by hanging. Massaro was transported to a hospital, where she died, after an emergency call early in the morning, according to outlets. FORMER WWE star Ashley Massaro took her own life after responding to fan letters, it has been reported The stunning wrestler and Playboy model, who also competed on Survivor, died in hospital. Information and discussion about the greatest show in television history: SURVIVOR! However, Ashley's cause of death has not yet been confirmed, as an official autopsy is still pending." - Teatteri Akseli: Maanalainen armeija iskee jlleen. [43][44], Massaro was a contestant on CBS's Survivor: China, which was the fifteenth season of the show, in 2007. Expand. Days after the death of professional wrestler Ashley Massaro, a report has emerged about the cause of her death. [19] On the April 28 episode of Raw, Massaro competed in her last match by teaming up with Michelle McCool, Cherry, Kelly Kelly, Maria and James in a winning effort defeating Layla, Melina, Phoenix, Natalya, Hall and Victoria. [74] On May 21, she was buried at the Saint James Episcopal Church Cemetery in St. James, New York. Despite being unable to control my movements, I remained fully conscious for every second of the attack. [7], Massaro initially found out about World Wrestling Entertainment's (WWE) 2005 Raw Diva Search when she met a WWE casting director during a swimsuit pageant. There are no signs. It had already happened to me and the damage was already done. She was best known for her time with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) and for her appearance on Survivor: China. As reported by abc7, police said Ronald Massaro was stabbed around 9.15 pm on Saturday, November 21, at the corner of West 38th Street and Eighth Avenue in Midtown. Massaro made her debut in WWE after winning the WWE Diva Search in 2005. Raw 2009. Earlier reports had already said Massaro died of an apparent suicide. After her death, WWE issued a statement claiming that Massaro had apologized to officials in October 2018 for participating in the lawsuit and that, before the affidavit, she had never informed the organization of any sexual attack. . v. WWE et. After her death, WWE said they had received an email from Massaro in October 2018 in which she expressed regret for having taken part in the lawsuit. Last month, a person was stabbed in New York City. [29] Following the victory, Massaro became the valet for London and Kendrick, accompanying them to the ring for their matches on SmackDown! [66] An affidavit by Massaro describing the sexual abuse allegations in detail was released by the law firm that represented her after her death. [1] In storyline, on the April 13 episode of SmackDown!, Massaro was attacked by Jillian Hall. I then met the rest of the group because we had to head to the next location on the tour schedule. After sitting with the IV in my arm for what felt like hours, Jimmy Hart came to check up on me and make sure I was ok. Ashley Marie Massaro (Babylon, 26 de maio de 1979 Long Island, 16 de maio de 2019) foi uma modelo e lutadora de luta profissional estadunidense, descendente de italianos, que trabalhou na WWE. But a 180 change in behavior that isnt brought upon by medications, life changes, or something else major is probably an indication that things havent gotten better, but worse. News broke last week of former WWE superstar Ashley Massaro's death, and now it's being reported that she committed suicide. [47] In the second episode, Massaro was voted off after six days with a 61 vote. [10], A week later on the August 22, 2005, episode of Raw, Candice Michelle and Torrie Wilson attacked Massaro after pretending to welcome her to the brand. [1] This return was short-lived when on the edition of June 8 of SmackDown!, Massaro was suspended indefinitely after accidentally spilling Vince McMahon's coffee on him. Another couple of hours went by and then a man appeared in the sickbay, dressed in an orange t-shirt and cargo shorts, and I had heard others comment that it was his birthday. [19], Massaro returned on January 7, 2008 to the Raw brand, winning a Lingerie Pillow Fight against Maria, Jillian Hall, Melina, and Mickie James. Despite having a relatively brief career in professional wrestling, Massaro had a unique look and a charismatic screen presence, leading her to amass a sizeable fanbase. She claimed in a 2017 affidavit that she suffered multiple concussions and was never warned about the risks associated. She left behind a daughter named Alexa and tons of friends and fans all around the world. It's not something you can just shake off like a cold and it's not the same as being "just sad". 24 hours later the 39-year-old was dead. THE brother of former WWE star Ashley Massaro has been stabbed to death hours after leaving a rehab programme he entered following her suicide. TMZ reports that Massaro was found hanging in an apparent suicide attempt. Ashley Massaro died after apparently taking her own life, and in heart-wrenching accusations by the woman in the years leading up to her death, she blamed ongoing bouts of depression and multiple injuries on "routine repetitive blows" she suffered to the head while wrestling for the WWE.. Sources close to Massaro tell The Blast the 39-year-old was discovered at her home Thursday morning in . Authorities were first called to the wrestler's home in Suffolk County and she was transported to a nearby hospital where she died on Thursday morning. Press Esc to cancel. There are no signs. But again, I felt so defeated at that point that it seemed pointless to protest. We've received your submission. Former WWE superstar Ashley Massaro reportedly died in an apparent suicide at her Long Island home after years battling depression. By Caitlyn Hitt [19], In September 2017, Massaro made a brief return to professional wrestling by managing in Zero1 Professional Wrestling USA with former WWE Diva Jillian Hall. Massaro had been dealing with depression for quite some time, and the injuries she sustained over the course of her professional wrestling career didnt help her condition. Former WWE star Ashley Massaro, who also competed on "Survivor" and posed for Playboy, died last Thursday, May 16, and TMZ now reports her cause of death. Massaro worked at a local radio station and were told she failed to show up for work without notice, which raised a red flag. [12] Massaro made her in-ring debut on the August 29 episode of Raw, in a losing effort to Victoria. She left behind a daughter named Alexa and tons of friends and fans all around the world. She was first incorporated into the . [65] The lawsuit was dismissed in late 2018. While I was still in the sickbay, he approached me and almost immediately administered an IV of an unknown substance in my other arm. Love ya punx, Ashley Massaro (@ashleymassaro11) May 15, 2019. Former WWE star Ashley Massaro tragically passed away last week at age 39, and sadly, it's now being reported that she died by suicide. Type above and press Enter to search. In an emotional tribute to Ashley following the news of her death, WWE Diva Rochelle Loewen used the hashtags: I didnt understand, depression, and suicide, followed by a message to care for your friends in her post. As reported yesterday here on eWn, the 2005 WWE RAW Divas Search winner passed away at the young age of 39. Later, she would be pronounced dead just ten days before her 40th birthday. PMQs Live: Watch Rishi Sunak take questions in Parliament She also had several piercings, including a Monroe[63] and snakebites. Additionally, WWE said McMahon never had a meeting with Kevin Dunn, John Laurinaitis "or other company executives in which [Massaro] told them of such a claim and was instructed to keep quiet.
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