Wrestling fans remember Shannon Spruill, better known as Daffney Unger, from her time in World Championship Wrestling (WCW), Total Nonstop Action (TNA), and on the independent circuit. Daffney’s career was cut short by concussions, and the wrestler went on record to explain how this had a significant impact on her daily life. In September 2021, Daffney went live on Instagram and had friends, family, and fans concerned about her wellbeing.
In the footage (via Slam Wrestling), Daffney held a gun while she discussed a number of topics including concussions and the effects of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Visibly shaken, she burst into tears several times, while her phone buzzed in the background, likely due to concern from her friends and family watching the troubling video.
Before the video ended, Daffney addressed her viewers, saying, “Thank you. I love you all, too, but I can’t. I can’t. I’m alone.” Because of the nature of the video, authorities were sent over to her home to check up on her. She had died by suicide at the age of 46.
