Plano, Tex., police are investigating the death of one of the most memorable figures in pro wrestling history.
Officers said 55-year-old Matt Osborne died at a local hospital on Friday. He was transported there after his girlfriend found him unresponsive inside their Plano, apartment.
Investigators said his death appears to be accidental.
Osborne was better known as "Doink The Clown."
He wrestled for the WCW, WWF and several other organizations. Several people posted condolences on the Matt Borne (Doink The Clown) Facebook Fan Page.
On it's website, the WWE posted the following statement:
WWE is saddened by the news that Matt Osborne, aka the original Doink the Clown, has passed away. A rugged brawler in promotions like Mid-South Wrestling and World Championship Wrestling, Osborne made a major impact in WWE under the greasepaint of a prankster named Doink — one of the most enduring personas of the early ’90s.
Our deepest condolences go out to Osborne’s family, friends and fans.
Photo Credit: Matt Borne (Doink The Clown) Facebook Fan Page