-- Former WWE and WCW star Michael "Virgil" Jones has passed away at the age of only 61. His death was announced on social media by referee Michael Charles III:
"My dear friends, it is with great sorrow that I bring news from the Jones family of the passing of our beloved Michael Jones, whom we know and loved as Virgil, Vincent, Soul Train Jones and more.
Virgil passed peacefully at the hospital this morning and I ask that you pray for him and for his family.
May his memory be eternal!"
-- Virgil had been dealing with a number of health issues over the past few years, including suffering strokes and dealing with dementia. He was best known as the bodyguard of the Ted DiBiase "The Million Dollar Man" during the late 80s and early 90s. He also appeared in WCW later in his career.
