Mr. Electricity Stephen Regal Dies at 73

Former professional wrestler Stephen Michael Regal, known in the ring as "Mr. Electricity," died on July 30, 2025, in Greenwood, Indiana, at the age of 73.

Regal's passing was not widely reported at the time but came to light in early December when the National Wrestling Alliance announced the news on social media. The organization, for which Regal once held a world title, described him as a "flashy and charismatic grappler" who "reigned atop pro wrestling's junior heavyweight division in 1986, paving a path for generations to come." The NWA extended condolences to Regal's family, friends, and fans.

Born in the United States, Regal entered the wrestling business in the late 1970s, initially working outside the ring. As a contractor, he built a wrestling ring for industry veteran Wilbur Snyder, who was also his father-in-law. Snyder invited Regal to transport the ring to events, leading to roles as a referee and eventually a performer. Regal debuted in Florida around 1977 and quickly moved through regional territories, honing his high-energy style that earned him his nickname.

Regal gained prominence in the mid-1980s with the American Wrestling Association. On March 25, 1984, he...