Former WWE Champion wrestler, Chyna, was shockingly found dead in her home at the age of only 45. A statement was posted on her Twitter which read as the following:
#RipChyna 😢😢😢 all of us on team Chyna love you and will love you forever babe.
Felix pic.twitter.com/jOfbHUAI2j
— Chyna (@ChynaJoanLaurer) April 21, 2016
Joanie Laurer (Chyna’s real name) was definitely a pioneer for WWE back in the 90’s under the Attitude Era. Anyone who remembers that time period knows that she was an integral part of D-Generation X’s success and instrumental in helping Triple H “get over”. While some would say (and it’s true) that the company disrespected her over the years by trying to erase her and not inducting her in the WWE Hall of Fame (Snoop Dogg is in there), the reaction to her death only shows that she had tons of fans and was more than deserving of an induction.
I’m sure all of you know the story with Triple H, Stephanie McMahon and Chyna – so I won’t get into that. If you aren’t, just Google it.
Here’s what Twitter had to say about her death (including Triple H and Stephanie):
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
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
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
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
Chyna. Rest in peace.
— Alyssa Milano (@Alyssa_Milano) April 21, 2016
RIP 9th Wonder of the World. Here’s hoping WWE inducts you into the HOF. pic.twitter.com/PoqssR7I0M
— Jerry O’Connell (@MrJerryOC) April 21, 2016
Here’s hoping she finally gets into the Hall of Fame.