WWE universe react to the sudden passing away of the Ultimate Warrior on Twitter

One of the most eccentric, yet extremely entertaining superstar the WWE has had until date, The Ultimate Warrior passed away this morning. As WWE released an official statement, Twitter erupted, with every former and current WWE star paying their respect to this legend.

Here’s what the famous Twitterati had to say about this WWE warrior -

Stunned to hear of the Ultimate Warrior passing…I managed UW and Sting when they were both starting out. RIP Jim. Peace be with you. @WWE

— Zeb Colter (@WWEZeb) April 9, 2014

So shocked and saddened by the news of the ultimate warrior passing! #RIP #UltimateWarrior

— EMMA (@EmmaWWE) April 9, 2014

I’m in shock and can’t believe it but my heart goes out to #UltimateWarrior and his FAMILY! He was one of my favorites #RIPWarrior

— Tamina Snuka (@TaminaSnuka) April 9, 2014

Loss always has a way of reminding us to live and love as greatly as we can. My prayers and strength to his family. RIP Ultimate Warrior.

— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) April 9, 2014

After all these years I finally got 2 tell him that me shaking the ropes was an homage 2 him. Blessed to have had that moment. #onelife

— Dave Bautista (@DaveBautista) April 9, 2014

In complete shock. Thankful I got to shake his hand yesterday. So sad. #RIPUltimateWarrior

— Divas Champion (@RealPaigeWWE) April 9, 2014

When I was in first grade, I was Ultimate Warrior for Halloween. I just watched his HOF speech two hours ago. I don’t even have words.

— Corey Graves (@WWEGraves) April 9, 2014

I just don’t know what to say….Warrior was a huge part of why I fell in love with pro wrestling…Life is too damn short.

— Seth Rollins (@WWERollins) 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

Really saddened to hear about @UltimateWarrior passing away. RIP A tremendous legend.

— John Layfield (@JCLayfield) April 9, 2014

Shocked and very saddened to hear about Ultimate Warrior passing. Prayers go out to his family! RIP. Loss for words…

— Curtis Axel (@RealCurtisAxel) April 9, 2014

I am privileged to have spent some time with Warrior on Sunday and shake his hand. Rest in peace.

— Cody Rhodes (@CodyRhodesWWE) April 9, 2014

In such shock right now… Prayers go out to Warrior, his wife & little girls. What an amazing man he was. He will always be remembered. RIP

— The Bella Twins (@nicoleandbri) April 9, 2014

He was the 1st superstar I met as a kid/got me hooked on WWE.Proudly wore his jacket my entire childhood.RIP Warrior http://t.co/gR0qVBiIsx

— Justin Roberts (@JustinRoberts) April 9, 2014

I’m in shock. The Ultimate Warrior has passed away. I just met him yesterday. RIP. I’ll always believe!!!

— Zack Ryder (@ZackRyder) April 9, 2014

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

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

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Warrior family. It breaks my heart after seeing how proud his girls are of their father. Stay strong

— Randy Orton (@RandyOrton) April 9, 2014

Just after this weekend,after last night? Im shocked & so saddened to hear of the passing of @UltimateWarrior.My prayers are with his family

— Summer Rae WWE (@RealSummerWWE) April 9, 2014

Glad I was able to shake the man’s hand and speak for a moment. My thoughts and prayers to your wife and two daughters.RIP #UltimateWarrior

— Jason Albert (@WWEJasonAlbert) 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

I’m saddened to hear of Warrior’s passing. He gave such an impassioned speech at HOF. He was one of my childhood heroes. #RIPUltimateWarrior

— David Otunga (@DavidOtunga) 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…

— Daniel Bryan (@WWEDanielBryan) 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

BREAKING NEWS: WWE is shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of The Ultimate Warrior. http://t.co/6uccA9pkKe

— WWE (@WWE) April 9, 2014