CM Punk Announces Heartbreaking Personal News on Tuesday

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CM Punk Announces Heartbreaking Personal News on Tuesday

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Steven Harrison | Last updated Dec 2, 2025 3:27 PM ET

WWE World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk shared in an emotional Instagram post Tuesday that his beloved dog Larry has died.

In the caption, Punk wrote, "The grief we carry is the price we pay for unconditional love. Our little Larry crossed the rainbow bridge, wrapped tightly in our arms. He was safe and happy."

Larry was Punk and AJ Lee's dog. He was rescued from PAWS Chicago in February of 2015. WWE fans have come to know Larry from afar through social media, and in recent years, his frequent mention on WWE programming. Larry played a big role in Punk's storied rivalry with Drew McIntyre in 2024.

Punk went on to express:

I could never in one million years find the words to properly express how much we loved him nor how much joy brought us. Nothing I write, no pictures I post would do him justice. He lived a long amazing life. He watched sunsets, he chased skate boards. He made everywhere we went with him home.

What a privilege to be so heart broken and devastated for having experienced such a bond. I wouldn’t change anything. Our boy is at rest. The house is quiet but we still hear the jingle of his necklace and the tip taps of his little feet on the hardwood floors. He will always be near.

We will always feel him. Our hearts are broken. Until we see you again, sweetest Bobo. We love you. Forever.

Those of us who have lost a pet know the feeling. I extend warm condolences to Punk and AJ Lee.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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