WWE star Chyna was found dead in her California home on Wednesday.
Chyna, whose real name is Joan Laurer, became one of the best known and most popular female professional wrestlers in history.
The cause of death is not yet known, but the 45-year-old was taking medication for anxiety and sleep deprivation.
The Rochester, N.Y., native was part of the World Wrestling Federation, now known as the WWE.
A tweet early Thursday morning on Chyna’s Twitter account confirmed the news.
#RipChyna 😢😢😢 all of us on team Chyna love you and will love you forever babe.
Felix pic.twitter.com/jOfbHUAI2j
— Chyna (@ChynaJoanLaurer) April 21, 2016Celebrities and wrestlers shared their condolences on social media.
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Joanie "Chyna" Laurer. https://t.co/EgNstScdcD #RIPChyna pic.twitter.com/oLSB509p7p
— WWE (@WWE) April 21, 2016
Joanie, I'm so sorry. I will always treasure our friendship and will never forget your kindness to my children. RIP https://t.co/pVV0KjbkFt
— Mick Foley (@RealMickFoley) April 21, 2016
I just heard the tragic news that @ChynaJoanLaurer has passed. She was truly a pioneer in our industry, and she will be missed. #RIPChyna
— Stephanie McMahon (@StephMcMahon) April 21, 2016
@mexwarrior @ChynaJoanLaurer pic.twitter.com/T9AGkRuWRz
— Max Mueller (@maxthephotog) April 21, 2016
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