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Following the tragic death of Shad Gaspard, the wrestling world has come together to pay tributes to the former WWE star.
WWE, AEW, NWA, and Ring Of Honor all issued statements following his passing.
WWE is saddened to learn that former WWE Superstar Shad Gaspard has passed away at the age of 39. https://t.co/ngyuRpkjps
— WWE (@WWE) May 20, 2020
All Elite Wrestling joins the wrestling world in mourning the death of Shad Gaspard, our thoughts are with his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/ctZDFJ8FQb
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEWrestling) May 20, 2020
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Shad Gaspard.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. 馃檹馃徏#RIPShadGaspard pic.twitter.com/zO7Z574QzL
— ROH Wrestling (@ringofhonor) May 20, 2020
The National Wrestling Alliance sends its deepest sympathies to the friends, family and fans of Shad Gaspard.
Our industry is in mourning as we all remember and honor this great man.#RIPSHAD
— NWA (@nwa) May 20, 2020
A number of pro-wrestling stars have shared tributes to the late wrestler.
The thoughts of everyone at WWE are with Shad Gaspard鈥檚 family during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/dLRnF6oElX
— Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) May 19, 2020
I join fans around the world as we remember Shad Gaspard as a beloved performer and a caring father. In absolutely tragic circumstances, please keep his loved ones in your thoughts. https://t.co/JibfmJJMcC
— Triple H (@TripleH) May 20, 2020
My prayers and hope for Shad Gaspard鈥檚 wife, son and family during this unthinkable time. Man, this is a tough one. A really tough one.
Great guy.— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) May 20, 2020
#RIPShadGaspard 馃檹馃徎
— Dean Muhtadi (@MojoRawleyWWE) May 20, 2020
Just gave him a #BrotherHug at Staples Center last time we were in town..
Being a father, I feel deeply for his family n friends.
Fuck the heat, love each other.
Rest Easy #GoodBrother , Shad.— Karl Anderson (@MachineGunKA) May 20, 2020
I know we weren鈥檛 really close but the funny thing is every time we saw each other and spoke you would think we were boys since childhood. I know a good heart when I see one and you my friend had a Good Heart. RIP SHAD. pic.twitter.com/dycZ6Rrnxx
— THE REAL WORLD CHAMPION (@TheMooseNation) May 20, 2020
Goodbye, my friend.
My thoughts are with Shad鈥檚 family. I can鈥檛 fathom their loss.— Florida Man (@WWEBigE) May 20, 2020
My heart is heavy praying for the entire Gaspard鈥檚 family pic.twitter.com/3VGbptAHbn
— Trinity Fatu (@NaomiWWE) May 20, 2020
#RIPShadGaspard 馃檹馃徎鉂わ笍
— Renee Young (@ReneeYoungWWE) May 20, 2020
Sending my love and prayers to Shad loved ones during this time. #RIPShadGaspard
— $asha Banks (@SashaBanksWWE) May 20, 2020
Today we will hear of memories of Shad as a performer and as a friend. But none of that will compare to his final act; a father protecting his son. #RIPShadGaspard pic.twitter.com/Sw567H4SUK
— Mustafa Ali / Adeel Alam (@AliWWE) May 20, 2020
— Apollo (@WWEApollo) May 20, 2020
The world has lost a wonderful human being. Shad Gaspard was a true HERO in every sense of the word. I鈥檓 keeping his family and loved ones in my prayers right now. We love you, Shad. pic.twitter.com/JaX6Ebk9LF
— NattieByNature (@NatbyNature) May 20, 2020
RIP Shad 鉂わ笍馃檹馃徏 You truly have a magical soul. Always made everyone laugh and smile. You will be so missed by so many. You are truly a superhero, forever and always. So many thoughts, prayers, love and light to his family.
鉂わ笍N https://t.co/12di0lrcpS— Nikki & Brie (@BellaTwins) May 20, 2020
馃檹馃徑 #RIPShadGaspard
— Leah Van Dale (@CarmellaWWE) May 20, 2020
I will miss your smile and your giant hug
You made everyone feel happy and safe
You are The Ultimate Father#RIPSHAD pic.twitter.com/8NA69UG2HJ— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) May 20, 2020
I wrote this yesterday, for my personal Facebook. I was going to rewrite today, now that it is official, but I think my initial thoughts and feelings work best. #RIPShadGaspard pic.twitter.com/wRfT3UD8ay
— Lance Storm (@LanceStorm) May 20, 2020
My Love, Thoughts, Prayers and Support Go out to The Family of Shad Gaspard. Nothing will ever Fix the loss of a loved one. As a Universe We owe it to ourselves and to others to Be a Positive Light in this world as long as we can Because Nothing is Ever Guaranteed. #RIPSHAD 鉂わ笍馃檹馃徔
— Titus O'Neil (@TitusONeilWWE) May 20, 2020
Al Snow, who owns the wrestling clothing line COLLARxELBOW have released a t-shirt with all proceeds going to Shad Gaspard’s family.
100% of the proceeds from these shirts go directly to Shad鈥檚 family. @COLLARxELBOW https://t.co/fBtPqs4pyN pic.twitter.com/1FSy8svjoI
— HeelByNature.com (@HeelByNatureYT) May 20, 2020