WWE Sign Guy Rick Achberger Passes Away

Rick Achberger, known to wrestling fans as WWE Sign Guy, has passed away.

Achberger was a well-known wrestling fan who wore a blue workman shirt and red hat, holding up signs at World Wrestling Entertainment events. He attended 40 to 50 events a year. He was recently at WWE SmackDown on May 1.

From Lance Petersen:

It’s with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of WWE Sign Guy Rick Achberger, today Sunday 9/27/26. He was an absolute great guy and loved talking with fans at the shows. He tackled some health problems a couple of years ago, but last month began to go downhill rapidly. Rest in peace.

It’s with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of
WWE Sign Guy Rick Achberger, today Sunday 9/27/26.
He was an absolute great guy and loved talking with fans at the shows. He tackled some health problems a couple of years ago, but last month began to go downhill rapidly.… pic.twitter.com/LPgOp1wRFe

— Lance peterson (@SMUheavyweight) September 27, 2026

Fightful sends condolences to the family, friends, and fans of Rick Achberger.