WWE Hall Of Famer Tammy ‘Sunny’ Sytch Sentenced To 17 Years In Prison For Fatal DUI Crash

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Tammy “Sunny” Sytch, a former pro wrestler, was sentenced to more than 17 years in jail for drunkenly colliding with another automobile, killing a 75-year-old man, while her blood alcohol level was four times the legal limit, according to Florida officials.

Sytch, who was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2011, pleaded no contest to DUI manslaughter and other crimes in August. Authorities stated she had an unsealed bottle of vodka in her vehicle and THC in her bloodstream when she was arrested in Volusia County in March 2022.

During her sentence hearing on Monday, she faced up to 25 years in prison. During the hearing, Sunny expressed grief and guilt “deep in my soul” for the death of Julian LaFrancis Lasseter of Daytona Beach.

WWE Hall Of Famer Tammy ‘Sunny’ Sytch Sentenced To 17 Years In Prison For Fatal DUI Crash

Sytch, 50, had previously been arrested for DUI three times in Pennsylvania, where her driver’s license had been suspended. She didn’t have a driver’s license in Florida.

“The defendant’s history of drinking and driving is horrendous,” said State Attorney R.J. Larizza during the sentencing. “It was only a matter of time before her drunk driving killed an innocent and unsuspecting individual.”

Tammy ‘Sunny’ Sytch Sentenced To 17 Years

Sytch joined the WWE in 1995 and quickly became a fan favorite. She also managed and broadcasted for other WWE stars.

Tammy ‘Sunny’ Sytch is a former professional wrestler known for her time in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) during the 1990s. She gained popularity as a manager and valet for various wrestlers. After her wrestling career, she faced legal and personal issues, including multiple arrests and struggles with substance abuse.

Despite her personal challenges, Sytch remains a notable figure in the history of professional wrestling.

Despite her personal challenges, Sytch remains a notable figure in the history of professional wrestling.

WWE, also known as World Wrestling Entertainment, is a prominent American media and entertainment company primarily known for professional wrestling.

It is the largest wrestling promotion globally and has a significant impact on popular culture.

WWE produces scripted storylines featuring professional wrestlers and hosts a wide range of events and programs, including Raw, SmackDown, and pay-per-view events. The company has a massive fan base and continues to be a dominant force in the world of sports entertainment.

SOURCE – (AP)