Mike Von Erich(1964-1987)

Though he initially avoided a career in professional wrestling, Mike Von Erich joined the brothers' tag team matches after David's death. Though successful alongside his brothers, Mike was uncomfortable as a wrestler and unsuited for the physical demands of the sport. After undergoing surgery for an injured shoulder, he developed toxic shock syndrome and suffered organ failure. Though he survived a 107 °F (42 °C) fever, he may have experienced brain damage. In 1987, at age 23, Mike died from an overdose of tranquilizers.