Chyna's Death Shocks, Saddens WWE Superstars, Legends Reacting On Twitter

The professional wrestling community lost a legend in Chyna, who died Wednesday at age 45. Several WWE superstars and legends reacted to news Thursday via Twitter.

Someone who wasn't afraid to blaze her own trail & create a path for those who would follow. A pioneer whose star shined bright. #RIPChyna

— Triple H (@TripleH) April 21, 2016

I just heard the tragic news that @ChynaJoanLaurer has passed. She was truly a pioneer in our industry, and she will be missed. #RIPChyna

— Stephanie McMahon (@StephMcMahon) April 21, 2016

Devastated over Chyna passing,she dated Brutus years before wrestling,such a beautiful soul and so kind to my children,rip Joanie love u. HH

— Hulk Hogan (@HulkHogan) April 21, 2016

@ChynaJoanLaurer May the peace you were seeking put you at rest my friend. So sorry for not seeing the pain @Mania. We've shared so much

— Kevin Nash (@RealKevinNash) April 21, 2016

Just woke up to the news of @ChynaJoanLaurer passing. So sad to hear, she was an amazing lady & I will miss her greatly!!

— Shawn Michaels (@ShawnMichaels) April 21, 2016

So tragic. My heart is heavy today reflecting on this amazing woman. #RIPChyna pic.twitter.com/atJK0XJwlS

— Amy Dumas (@AmyDumas) April 21, 2016

Shattered glass ceilings, kicked down doors, broke gender barriers, she was an anomaly & untouchable. Rest now-ur legacy lives on #RIPChyna

— Trish Stratus (@trishstratuscom) April 21, 2016

I had been in contact recently with @ChynaJoanLaurer to guest on The Ross Report.

Unfortunately now that will never happen.

RIP Joanie ?

— Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) April 21, 2016

Condolences to the family & friends of @ChynaJoanLaurer. Hopefully her troubled soul has found peace.

https://t.co/ULyqGvkxUK

— Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) April 21, 2016

Still thinking of the sudden passing of @ChynaJoanLaurer Wednesday. A gentle
albeit troubled soul. What are your favorite
Chyna memories?

— Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) April 21, 2016

So sorry to hear the news of the passing of @ChynaJoanLaurer She was always a great friend of me and Ron. RIP https://t.co/tbyqXma5Kh

— John Layfield (@JCLayfield) April 21, 2016

Just heard, so sad to learn of the passing of Joanie "Chyna" Laurer. Always was great to talk to & laugh with. #Legend #RIPChyna

— TAZ (@OfficialTAZ) April 21, 2016

Joanie, I'm so sorry. I will always treasure our friendship and will never forget your kindness to my children. RIP https://t.co/pVV0KjbkFt

— Mick Foley (@RealMickFoley) April 21, 2016

I wish I could hear Joanie laugh again. She had the most most beautiful, dorky, fully committed laugh. pic.twitter.com/fKKNo7Ybe2

— Mick Foley (@RealMickFoley) April 21, 2016

My prayers go out to Joanie Laurer and her family. It's very sad to hear this news. Chyna was revolutionary for women in wrestling.

— Nattie (@NatbyNature) April 21, 2016

#RIPChyna #9thWonderOfTheWorld ??❤️

— $asha Banks (@SashaBanksWWE) April 21, 2016

Tragic to hear about the passing of Chyna. A true pioneer. #RIPChyna

— Becky Lynch (@BeckyLynchWWE) April 21, 2016

Chyna was fearless to no man & a huge part of #womenswrestling her impact will never be forgotten. thoughts & prayers are with her family ?

— Charlotte (@MsCharlotteWWE) April 21, 2016

Chyna, whose real name is Joanie Laurer, rose to prominence with WWE during the late 1990s. Nicknamed “The Ninth Wonder of the World,” Laurer was a key member of the popular D-Generation X faction. She was the first female participant in Royal Rumble history and became the first woman ever to win the Intercontinental Championship.

Laurer’s post-wrestling days weren’t as illustrious, as she joined the adult film industry and battled drug problems. Redondo Beach, Calif., police released a statement early Thursday morning saying officers responded to a 911 call from a friend who discovered Laurer unresponsive after not answering her phone for a few days.

Laurer’s death still is under investigation.

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