WWE NXT producer the Road Dogg, real name Brian James, reportedly has been hospitalized following a likely heart attack he suffered this past Thursday.
The announcement of James’ heart attack was made by his wife Tracy on Facebook earlier today, which mentioned that James had suffered a heart issue following his return home from this past Wednesday’s NXT tapings at WWE’s Performance Center.
“I want to thank everyone for the prayers and text. Brian most likely suffered a heart attack late Thursday night after returning from Orlando. He has had test run and we’re currently waiting for the results.he has also seen a kidney specialist and will have a stress test done. He’s always been on bp meds for high bp. Just please pray all the test come back for something we can fix. I am a total wreck but I’m trying so hard to be positive! Please pray for Brian He feels horrible and for God to please heal my husband so he can come hone ! Thank y’all all so much!”
James’ wife provide a medical update afterwards that stated:
“Just an update. Doc just came in. Kidneys came back clear and a heart cath is scheduled for Monday and they will determine then what’s to be done. Please continue to pray for him and his doctors. And our family. Thank y’all and we love y’all!”

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