With Heavy Hearts, TapouT Confirms Death of Charles 'Mask' Lewis

By Michael David Smith - Lead Blogger

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TapouT has released a statement on the death of its co-founder, Charles "Mask" Lewis.

The statement reads, in full:

"It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we must regretfully confirm the passing of our beloved friend, brother and co-founder Charles "Mask" Lewis following a car accident that occurred last night. We are currently in the process of setting up a memorial service in his honor and will release more details as they become available. Many thanks to all for the outpouring of blessings and well-wishing during this incredibly difficult time." – The TapouT Family

Mask was an early supporter of mixed martial arts and a man who never lost his free spirit, even as he went from selling shirts out of the trunk of his car to running a business empire. He'll be missed.

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