Mike Halac, 55, a former WWE star known as Mantaur, passed away tragically, leaving behind his cherished family, friends, and supporters.
His death was announced through a social media publication by his daughter Demi.
Someone posted on Facebook; Mike Halac, aka Mantaur, passed away an hour ago. Mike was such a good brother that I had the privilege to interview him twice with Wrestle City Radio. A hoot and a pleasure to call you a friend. May he Rest In Paradise. Godspeed!!!!
Cause of death:
The details of his passing have not been made public, nor have the causes of his death been identified.
Obituary:
When the family decides, they will post an obituary so his loved ones can participate in his funeral rites.
About Mike Halac:
On May 14, 1968, Mike Halac was born in Omaha, Nebraska. He was most known for his work with the World Wrestling Federation in the middle of the 1990s. He used many ring names during this time, including Mantaur and Tank.
He went to Germany in 1991 to work for the Catch Wrestling Association under the alias “Bruiser Mastino.” He debuted on Nov 11, taking on Rambo for the World Heavyweight Championship but lost.
He kept competing for the promotion up until the World Wrestling Federation invited him back to the country in late 1994. He competed as “Bruiser Mastino” in his first two battles back in the US, defeating Nikolai Volkoff at home shows.
Tributes:
The great Mike Halac is missed and remembered by everyone, including friends and family. They also pay respect to him and give condolences to him on social media.
“Mantaur has passed away.
His real name was Mike Halac. One day ago, he posted on Facebook that he had broken his back and would require surgery. His daughter posted on his story that he had passed away.
We had just interviewed Halac, aka Mantuar. We believe it was his last ever interview. We will release the interview AFTER some time.
Rest In Peace, Mike Halac!”
“I am sad to report that Mike Halac, who played the character Mantaur, passed away.
Thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
We had Mike booked for 90s wrestling con Sept 30 and a full weekend of bookings.
RIP, Mantaur.”
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