WWE.com has reported that WWE World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan will appear on “Monday Night Raw” despite the unexpected passing of his father. Bryan was apparently “off the grid” during his honeymoon with wife Brie Danielson, and was informed that his father had passed away upon his return.
Even after the unfortunate news of his father’s death was revealed to him, Bryan insisted that he perform for the WWE Universe during “Monday Night Raw” on April 21. WWE.com posted a statement regarding the matter, saying,
WWE World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan’s (Bryan Danielson’s) father has unexpectedly passed away. Bryan was made aware of his father’s passing after returning from his honeymoon with Brie Bella.
Despite the news, Bryan has insisted on performing for the WWE Universe tonight (April 21) and will be on Raw. WWE extends our deepest condolences to Bryan and his family.
WrestlingRumors.net also extends our thoughts and prayers to the Danielson family.