'Dr Death' Steve Williams, American professional wrestler, dies aged 49

December 31, 2009

American  has died aged 49. The retired wrestler died of cancer. Williams was suffering from throat cancer and underwent surgery in 2004.

Williams, who originally trained up as an fighter started his career in 1979. He performed in several different promotions including, and. He held the with  in WCW.

For a short period he wrestled in, WWE's development facility. During his time there he worked with current superstar.

Williams officially retired this year. He choose to retire after the death of fellow wrestler and friend. He wrestled his last match in Japan on October 25, 2009.