Current and former WWE Superstars react to Dusty Rhodes' death on Twitter
After news broke that wrestling legend Dusty Rhodes, also known as "The American Dream," had died Thursday, many current and former WWE Superstars took to Twitter to react to the news.
WWE is deeply saddened that Virgil Runnels, aka “The American Dream” Dusty Rhodes, passed away today at age 69. pic.twitter.com/MDfxIAbxwN
— WWE (@WWE) June 11, 2015
There was only one "American Dream" There will never be another like Dusty Rhodes. It was an honor to work with him. pic.twitter.com/SkfVWV3k45
— Jerry Lawler (@JerryLawler) June 11, 2015
My mentor @WWEDustyRhodes. Much love to your family and more respect than can ever be measured. Love you Dream. pic.twitter.com/bXgqs3qqca
— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) June 11, 2015
One of my all time heroes and one the all time greats has passed away. American Dream #DustyRhodes I will never forget you. #Legend
— Steve Austin (@steveaustinBSR) June 11, 2015
My children just called with the news that @WWEDustyRhodes had passed away. I'm crushed. He was a one-of-a-kind talent with an amazing mind.
— Mick Foley (@realmickfoley) June 11, 2015
It was such a joy for me to rediscover Dusty's promos and matches through the eyes of my children. They loved the "Dream" - and so did I.
— Mick Foley (@realmickfoley) June 11, 2015
I am absolutely devastated to hear about the passing of my long time friend Dusty Rhodes. One of the best ever. GO pic.twitter.com/e0BolBDNZj
— Gene Okerlund (@TheGeneOkerlund) June 11, 2015
Extremely saddened to hear of the passing of my friend Dusty Rhodes today. There will never,ever be another one like The Dream!! RIP...
— Howard Finkel (@howardfinkel) June 11, 2015
RIP Dusty Rhodes.....Will never forget what you would call me, Gonna miss you! #BabyRey https://t.co/CZFzx0CxAr
— Rey Mysterio (@reymysterio) June 11, 2015
Saddened to hear the passing of Dusty Rhodes. Legend, teacher, mentor, friend...Love you Dream #BookinAintEasyKid pic.twitter.com/ZxlGSgKB8J
— Triple H (@TripleH) June 11, 2015
I was ever so fortunate to be a friend to this man, to learn from him as a performer and as a human being. #RIPDusty pic.twitter.com/GH0e1isGxw
— Seth Rollins (@WWERollins) June 11, 2015
R.I.P. Dusty Rhodes
— Rob Van Dam (@TherealRVD) June 11, 2015
#RIPDustyRhodes We never got to shoot our angle together! Thank you for everything, I Love You. #HallofFamer #Legend pic.twitter.com/rN2YeVNv5b
— Stephanie McMahon (@StephMcMahon) June 11, 2015
I'm in complete shock hearing about Dusty Rhodes. A hero of mine growing up & a bigger hero after we became friends. Thoughts & prayers RIP
— Christian (@Christian4Peeps) June 11, 2015
Godspeed dream. You taught me so much these last few years. Prayers and love to the family
— Michael Cole (@MichaelCole) June 11, 2015
Heartbroken to learn we lost a true piece of Americana. "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes made me fall in love at 1st sight w/ Wrestling😪
— Sean Waltman (@TheRealXPac) June 11, 2015
I was so honored to write Dusty Rhodes' theme song "common man" - the American Dream and Dusty will live on forever - love ya Dream
— Real Jimmy Hart (@RealJimmyHart) June 11, 2015
Condolences to Dusty Rhodes' family. His family was everything as @theterrirunnels has shared. Such a fan, just words alone gave energy #RIP
— Trish Stratus (@trishstratuscom) June 11, 2015
RIP Dusty Rhodes. One of the best ever in so many ways.
— Kane (@KaneWWE) June 11, 2015
