Jay Briscoe Biography
Jay Briscoe, real name Jamin Pugh, was an American professional wrestler. He was best known for his time with Ring of Honor (ROH).
At the time of his death, he was one-half of the ROH World Tag Team Champions with his brother Mark Briscoe in their 13th reign. He was also a two-time ROH World Champion and ROH World Six-Man Tag Team Champions.
Throughout his career, Briscoe won numerous titles in various promotions, including New Japan Pro-Wrestling and Impact Wrestling. The Briscoe Brothers are considered one of the best tag teams of all time to never perform in WWE.
Jay Briscoe Age
Briscoe was born on January 25, 1984, in Salisbury, Maryland, U.S. He was 38 years old at the time of his death on January 17, 2023.
Jay Briscoe Wife
Briscoe was married to Ashley Pugh until the time of his death. She maintains a low profile and as a result, there is no information available about her.
Jay Briscoe Accident
Reports indicate that Briscoe, the 13-time Ring of Honor Tag Team Champion, lost his life in a car collision in Laurel, Maryland on Tuesday evening. Delaware State Police confirmed that two people had died in the collision, and reports indicate that a woman in another car had also passed away at the same time.
Additionally, the emergency medical services log obtained by Ringside News suggests that Briscoe’s daughter was also involved in the crash. No further details regarding the incident have been released.
Jay Briscoe Daughter
Briscoe’s wife, Ashley Pugh, posted an update on Facebook revealing that his daughter Gracie is undergoing surgery, while the family’s other daughter Jayleigh received serious injuries in the crash.
“We need prayers! Gracie is on her way into surgery on her back. Jamin would want the whole world praying for his little girl. WE BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF PRAYER!! Pray for the doctors and everyone working on her!
“Pray for her precious legs to move again! Pray for Jayleigh who has some pretty serious injuries, but is stable and resting! Pray for Gannon waiting at home! Pray for strength for all of us! We have a long long road ahead of us! ” she wrote.
Jay Briscoe Family
Briscoe was the brother of Mark Briscoe, and they were both members of the famous Briscoe family, a professional wrestling dynasty. The family also included their father Mike Briscoe, as well as their uncles, brothers, and cousins, who were all professional wrestlers.
The Briscoe family has been active since the early 20th century, and has produced several generations of wrestlers. Jay and Mark were the first two members of their family to achieve championship titles. Their father Mike was the first to win a major championship.
Jay Briscoe Net Worth
Briscoe had an estimated net worth of $1.5 million.