Support continues to pour in for independent wrestler Stuart “Syko Stu” Smith following the violent incident involving Raja Jackson at a Knokx Pro event. A GoFundMe campaign launched to help cover Stu’s medical expenses has now surpassed $140,000, thanks to donations from both within the wrestling world and high-profile internet figures.
The fundraiser has attracted a wide variety of donors, with some notable contributions including:
MrBeast – $10,000
Derek MPMD – $5,000
Chris Jericho – $2,500
Jack Perry – $1,000
Rusev (Miroslav Barnyashev) – $500
These gifts show just how much Stu’s story has resonated outside of the independent wrestling scene.
The campaign’s rapid growth reflects the groundswell of sympathy for Stu, who suffered head injuries during the altercation and was hospitalized. Fellow wrestlers have used their platforms to amplify the fundraiser, while fans worldwide have added contributions both large and small.
With over $140,000 raised by over 4,000 people so far, Stu’s family has financial support as he continues his recovery.
Here’s the description of his GoFundMe page:
“Hello everyone, I’m reaching out to get support for my husband, Stuart Smith, better known as Syko Stu. On August 23rd he was involved in an unscripted assault that has left him in the hospital with intense recovery needed to regain good health.
Stuart Smith is a U.S. Army veteran who used wrestling as an outlet to deal with his PTSD, this incident has not only caused major physical harm, but will also disrupt his career inside the ring and outside of it.
Any Donation will be used to cover
-Uncovered medical expenses
-Recovery support
-Loss of Income
Thank you so much for everyone’s support as we get through these trying times.”
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