Alexa Bliss and Triple H lead tributes after WWE legend Bray Wyatt’s death aged 36-Sabrina Barr-Entertainment – Metro

The pioneer’s death was ‘unexpected’ (Picture: WWE)

The wrestling world is in shock following the death of WWE legend Bray Wyatt aged 36, with Alexa Bliss among those leading tributes.

In a message posted on X (formerly Twitter), WWE boss Triple H confirmed Wyatt’s death, sharing that he received a call informing him of Wyatt’s death.

‘Just received a call from WWE Hall of Famer Mike Rotunda who informed us of the tragic news that our WWE family member for life Windham Rotunda – also known as Bray Wyatt – unexpectedly passed earlier today,’ he wrote.

‘Our thoughts are with his family and we ask that everyone respect their privacy at this time.’

Tributes have been pouring in from fans and fellow stars of wrestling over the shocking news.

Bliss posted that she was in a state of shock over the loss, writing: ‘Just in shock. Really at a loss for words at the moment.’

Professional wrestler Matthew Hardy, who was a tag team champion with Wyatt, penned: ‘Absolutely shattered to learn that my friend, Windham Rotunda, has passed away. It’s devastating to think he left us at only 36 years young.

‘My condolences go out to his family, wife & children. I’m so sorry, my compeer. Miss you already.’

Chelsea Green wrote: ‘What a horrible loss for his family, his friends, and the entire wrestling world. He was a creative genius and I will forever be influenced by his work.’

Mustafa Ali said it was ‘devastating’ to lose his peer, adding that it’s ‘beautiful to see everyone remember you’, adding: ‘You really did have the whole world in your hands.’

Meanwhile, Ettore ‘Big E’ Ewen remembered how influential Wyatt was in his career, tweeting: ‘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.’

More to follow.

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