Steve Regal, the celebrated NWA junior‑heavyweight known as “Mr. Electricity,” has died at 73. The National Wrestling Alliance confirmed his passing this week, saying the Florida native — who lived in Indiana at the time of his death — actually died in July; no cause has been publicly reported.
- Fast Facts
- Age: 73
- Ring name: “Mr. Electricity” Steve Regal
- Major title: NWA World Junior Heavyweight Champion (1986)
- Location: Lived in Indiana; death reported to have occurred in July
- Cause of death: Not yet disclosed
The Legacy
Steve Regal carved out a lasting place in pro wrestling during the 1970s and 80s, a period when the sport exploded in popularity. His top career achievements include:
- NWA World Junior Heavyweight Champion (1986) — Regal defeated Denny Brown to capture the title and was widely praised for his flashy, charismatic style.
- AWA World Tag Team Champion — Fans recall memorable tag runs, including the AWA title win alongside Jimmy Garvin.
- Notable national exposure — Regal made appearances in WWE in 1986 and shared the ring with Hall of Famers such as Scott Hall, Mr. Perfect, and The Road Warriors during his career before retiring in 1996.
Social Proof & Tributes
The NWA posted a statement on social media acknowledging Regal’s passing: “The National Wrestling Alliance is saddened to note the passing of former NWA World Junior Heavyweight Champion ‘Mr. Electricity’ Steve Regal… The NWA extends its most sincere thoughts to Regal’s family, friends and fans during this time.”
News outlets such as PWInsider reported the death occurred in July but only became known to the wrestling community recently, suggesting the loss went unreported publicly for months. A promoter reportedly attempted to reach Regal in Indiana about a 2026 signing before discovering the news.
Fans and fellow wrestlers quickly paid tribute online. Messages ranged from personal anecdotes about meeting Regal to praise for his ring work and character. Sample reactions included: “A true loss. Strength, charisma, legacy — remembered,” and “Mr. Electricity! That’s so sad to hear. I had a few good exchanges with him… Nice guy.”
Why It Matters
Regal’s style and title run helped define the junior‑heavyweight division in North American wrestling and influenced younger performers who followed. Though he spent only a brief spell in WWE, his impact across regional territories and his 1986 NWA title reign earned him a place in the memories of fans and peers alike.
We will update this story as family statements, cause of death information, or funeral arrangements are released. For now, the wrestling world is left remembering a showman who electrified the junior‑heavyweight ranks and stood opposite some of the industry’s biggest names.
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