Following the announcement of his passing today, a number of those in the professional wrestling world have come out to pay tribute to Windham Rotunda aka Bray Wyatt, via social media:
I have a hard time accepting death. Denial is strong. I am just shocked and I really can’t believe it.
— Sami Zayn (@SamiZayn) August 25, 2023
RIP Windham Rotunda, I’m grateful to have shared some good times with you.
Man…the first dude that took me under his wing when I got signed in 2009. We spent so much of our adult lives together. Praying for Jojo. Praying for his kids. I will miss your laugh & your boyish charm, my friend. Goodbye, Windham.
— Ettore “Big E” Ewen (@WWEBigE) August 24, 2023
Im heartbroken over the news of Bray Wyatt’s passing. Always had tremendous respect and love for him and the Rotunda family. Loved his presence, promos, in ring work and connection with @wwe universe.
— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) August 24, 2023
Very unique, cool and rare character, which is hard to create in our crazy… pic.twitter.com/i9zlbJIOL3
We are heartbroken to learn of the tragic passing of Windham Rotunda, better known as Bray Wyatt. We offer our deepest condolences and prayers to the Rotunda family. Out of respect, we will not be live tweeting IMPACT tonight during the broadcast. pic.twitter.com/vq4bNANzgo
— IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING) August 24, 2023
I am sadden by the news ????My condolences to the family of Windham Rotunda aka Bray Wyatt RIP I’m gonna miss you my friend ?? ???? ???????? pic.twitter.com/p44T8Hz9BL
— Ron Killings (@RonKillings) August 25, 2023
RIP to WWE family member Windham Rotunda - also known as Bray Wyatt - who unexpectedly passed earlier today. ???? pic.twitter.com/BwYxPHiaKD
— WWE on FOX (@WWEonFOX) August 24, 2023
RIP BRAY WYATT. This is awful news, just terribly sad for his family, friends and fans. I thought so highly of Bray Wyatt, and was so flattered when he started using the mandible claw for his finisher. He was a true visionary; one of the most compelling presences that wrestling… pic.twitter.com/gSuDQ1Z12I
— Mick Foley (@foleyispod) August 25, 2023
Heaven’s Greatest Tag Team.
— PROGRESS Wrestling (@ThisIs_Progress) August 24, 2023
Rest Easy Bray Wyatt. pic.twitter.com/IX7fTsB5MN
Can’t believe we are writing this, but Bray Wyatt has passed away.
— PROGRESS Wrestling (@ThisIs_Progress) August 24, 2023
We send our love and condolences to the entire Rotunda family.
We have lost one of the greatest minds the business has ever saw.
Rest in Power Windham. pic.twitter.com/t7CovZzuBs
The world lost a good one today. Bray Wyatt’s story telling ability along with his unique creativity in the ring was a force that kept your eyes glued to the television screen. Windham Rotunda’s fun-loving, free spirit paired with his infectious laugh is what I will truly miss… pic.twitter.com/tV3NJCeVpY
— The Miz (@mikethemiz) August 25, 2023
I can’t believe this… Bray Wyatt was the reason I came to @WrestleMania XXX in New Orleans… working with him in Montreal & feeling that crowd reaction is one of my greatest memories in life.
— Top Dolla ???????? (@AJFrancis410) August 24, 2023
The world lost a true artist, a good man and a great father. #RIPBray ????????????? pic.twitter.com/UhTFcpM1bK
In disbelief.
— THE DRAW (@TheSamiCallihan) August 24, 2023
He was always a stand up person, every time I’ve run into him. One of the most brilliant minds of our generation.
My deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.
RIP Bray Wyatt
Very sorry to hear of Bray Wyatt’s passing. It’s very sad. Unfortunately, I never got to know this man, but watching him perform, you can instantly tell he was extremely talented & creative. And more importantly hearing how great of a person he was. My condolences to his family.… pic.twitter.com/rSsT4hi1Ej
— taz (@OfficialTAZ) August 24, 2023
Absolutely heartbreaking news. ????
— Coastal Championship Wrestling (@CCWAliveTV) August 24, 2023
From all of us at CCW, we send our thoughts and prayers to the loved ones of Windham Rotunda, better known to wrestling fans as Bray Wyatt, who passed away today.
Rest In Peace, Windham. You will be missed. pic.twitter.com/yW5qJWac0g
Our thoughts & prayers go to the family, friends, colleagues & fans of Windham Rotunda - known to many as Bray Wyatt.
— #StarrcastVI (@StarrcastEvents) August 24, 2023
On behalf of everyone at Starrcast, we extend our sincerest condolences for his sudden passing. pic.twitter.com/1sQrDurdez
Devastated to hear of the passing of Windham Rotunda, Bray Wyatt. My deepest condolences to Mike, Bo, Barry and all his family. Rest well my friend.x
— William Regal (@RealKingRegal) August 24, 2023
MLW's locker room, crew and front office team send our love to the family and friends of Windham Rotunda aka Bray Wyatt on the tragic passing of a brilliant performer and person. RIP.
— MLW (@MLW) August 25, 2023
Bray Wyatt was such a lovely man to be around. He loved his family so much. I’m so sorry.
— DIJAK (@DijakWWE) August 24, 2023
RIP Bray Wyatt ????
— Cora Jade (@CoraJadeWWE) August 24, 2023
RIP Bray Wyatt, my heart goes out to all his family and friends. What a tragic loss. ????
— Jake Something (@JakeSomething_) August 24, 2023
I am just going to say this ... however great you think Bray Wyatt was as a talent (and he was GREAT) -- he was 10 times better as a person-- a joy to be around.
— Peter Rosenberg (@Rosenbergradio) August 24, 2023
The world and wrestling world will be worse without him ...
Rest Easy Bro
Horrible. Horrible. Horrible news.......speechless. rest In Peace Bray Wyatt....... https://t.co/5upS5Cjzlo
— Brian Heffron aka The Blue Meanie (@BlueMeanieBWO) August 24, 2023
When Your Great Friend And Someone Your Son’s Age Dies Within 2 Days, It Really Makes Me Reflect & Think About Life! Don’t Take Any Second For Granted! Rest In Peace Terry Funk & Bray Wyatt! pic.twitter.com/U2FpzeibmY
— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) August 24, 2023
HEARTBROKEN ???? I’m at a loss for words. One of the most creative minds to ever be in a WWE ring. Inspired all of us to continue to think out of the box. And know who we are. A REAL and HONEST SOUL… You will be missed deeply ????????? R.I.P Bray Wyatt Prayer to your family pic.twitter.com/om27VMHshC
— Briana Brandy (@TheVibeBri) August 24, 2023
Absolutely gutted for the family, friends and fans of Bray Wyatt.
— Fuego Del Sol! (@FuegoDelSol) August 24, 2023
36 years old and talented beyond belief. Tragic… #RIPBray pic.twitter.com/i61Mun0IhK
Rest in peace Windham Rotunda/Bray Wyatt. My god...I'm so sorry. My thoughts are with his family and children.....I have nothing else right now. Godspeed to you my friend.
— Frankie Kazarian (@FrankieKazarian) August 24, 2023
Saddened to hear Windham Rotunda AKA WWE Bray Wyatt has passed away. My heart and prayers goes out to his family, friends and his many loyal fans. RIP. pic.twitter.com/XqBjDoTVgF
— Marc Mero (@MarcMero) August 24, 2023
What a rough couple of days it’s been for the wrestling community….. sending out loving energy to everyone. Stay strong ??
— Lauren/Angelina Love (@ActualALove) August 25, 2023
RIP Terry Funk
RIP Bray Wyatt
RIP Bray Wyatt. Irreplaceable. ????????
— roxanne (@roxanne_wwe) August 25, 2023
I Dedicated a whole Chapter to you in my 2nd book so the world would know what kind of invidual you are.
— JTG ( JAY THA GAWD ) (@Jtg1284) August 25, 2023
Safe travels my Brotha ?????#BrayWyatt pic.twitter.com/7SjtbC9yvW
RIP Bray Wyatt
— ROCKY ROMERO???????? ???????? ???????? ????????“Chico El Luchador” (@azucarRoc) August 24, 2023
Follow the buzzards
— Lucas “Twitch” DiSangro (@LucasTwitch318) August 24, 2023
Let him in.
A firefly who lit the world on fire.
Someone who stood out in an industry already so unique
Rest easy Bray Wyatt.
This shit ain’t fair.
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WWE will donate the proceeds from the sales of Bray Wyatt merchandise on their website. Listings for the merchandise now notes: "In the wake of Bray Wyatt’s death, WWE will donate all net proceeds to support JoJo Offerman and his children." You can order the merchandise from WWEShop.com at this link.
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