WWE Stars React to the Ultimate Warrior's Death

According to the WWE, James Hellwig, most commonly known as The Ultimate Warrior, has died. While the cause of death is unknown, the timing is particularly saddening given that Hellwig was just days removed from being inducted in the WWE Hall of Fame and returning to the company after an 18-year hiatus. Wrestling's biggest stars tweeted out their condolences after learning about Warrior's death.
Loss always has a way of reminding us to live and love as greatly as we can. My prayers and strength to his family.
— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) April 9, 2014
RIP Ultimate Warrior.
RIP WARRIOR. only love. HH
— Hulk Hogan (@HulkHogan) April 9, 2014
Devastated to hear of the passing of @UltimateWarrior. He was a childhood hero of mine & he vs @HulkHogan WM6 is still one of the best ever
— Chris Jericho (@IAmJericho) April 9, 2014
We are all so sad that the Ultimate Warrior has passed away. Our heart is with his wife Dana and his two daughters.
— Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) April 9, 2014
#RIPUltimateWarrior Your strength of character is to be admired. There will never be anyone like you. Your spirit lives on in your family.
— Stephanie McMahon (@StephMcMahon) April 9, 2014
Sad to hear news of Warrior passing. Just seeing him happy last 3 days - it puts life in perspective that it can't be taken for granted. RIP
— Trish Stratus (@trishstratuscom) April 9, 2014
So happy I embraced Warrior with a hug when we saw each other backstage Saturday night.My heart goes out to his family.Always Believe.
— Kevin Nash (@RealKevinNash) April 9, 2014
Heartbroken. My sincerest condolences go out to The Warrior's family. Seeing how much he loved his daughters and his wife this weekend...
— Bryan Danielson (@bryandanielson) April 9, 2014
... makes it all the more heartbreaking. The Ultimate Warrior was my favorite as a kid, and getting to speak to him this weekend was one...
— Bryan Danielson (@bryandanielson) April 9, 2014
... of my favorite moments. He was so nice to me. #RIPWarrior
— Bryan Danielson (@bryandanielson) April 9, 2014
Deeply saddened to find out about the passing of #WWE LEGEND, @UltimateWarrior. You & your legacy will FOREVER be remembered in our hearts!
— Diamond Dallas Page (@RealDDP) April 9, 2014
The news of Ultimate Warrior passing away immediately after returning to the @WWE is unbelievable-I'm shocked. My condolences to his family.
— MATT HARDY (@MATTHARDYBRAND) April 9, 2014
RIP Ultimate Warrior, may God give his family the strength to overcome this tragedy!! Rey619
— ♛Rey Mysterio❔ (@reymysterio) April 9, 2014
Deeply saddened. We just had a great talk & buried a senseless hatchet. Talked working together. RIP Warrior. Taking solace we made peace.
— JakeSnakeDDT (@JakeSnakeDDT) April 9, 2014
