WWE Superstars react to the passing of Dusty Rhodes

The WWE Superstars have taken to outlets like Twitter to express their sadness and share their memories of WWE Legend “The American Dream” Dusty Rhodes.

This has turned out to be a rather sad day in the world of Sports Entertainment. Just a little while ago news hit the internet that one of the most recognizable and beloved WWE Legends of all-time, the “American Dream” Dusty Rhodes, had passed away at the age of 69.

If there was ever a WWE Superstar who could let loose on the microphone and command the respect of anyone who could hear his boisterous voice it was the American Dream. One of the most famous promos that Rhodes ever cut was back on October 29, 1985 for Mid-Atlantic Wrestling when he addressed now-fellow WWE Legend Ric Flair about “putting Hard Times” on the world for taking Dusty Rhodes out.

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As you can imagine, as the news begins to settle in and more are beginning to learn of the legendary superstar’s passing, people are beginning to take to social media outlets like Twitter to express not only their profound sadness and condolences to his family, but their favorite memories of their time in the presence of one of the greatest WWE Superstars to have ever lived.

Here, we’ll take a look at what some of those WWE Superstars, both past and present, had to say and share in some of the more special times in the life of the late WWE Legend Dusty Rhodes.

Saddened to hear the passing of Dusty Rhodes. Legend, teacher, mentor, friend...Love you Dream #BookinAintEasyKid pic.twitter.com/ZxlGSgKB8J
— Triple H (@TripleH) June 11, 2015

#RIPDustyRhodes We never got to shoot our angle together! Thank you for everything, I Love You. #HallofFamer #Legend pic.twitter.com/rN2YeVNv5b
— Stephanie McMahon (@StephMcMahon) June 11, 2015

My first ever WCW Cruiserweight title win came after a shake up in the creative dept. The new man in charge...Dusty Rhodes. #RIPDream
— Billy Kidman (@WWEKidman) June 11, 2015

Incredibly saddened to hear the news about Dusty Rhodes passing.My thoughts n prayers go out to his family n all who loved him-so sad #ripDR
— ☆ Ashley Massaro ☆ (@ashleymassaro11) June 11, 2015

The world and @WWE lost a stand up guy in @WWEDustyRhodes. He was always good to me and even went to bat for me. Rest in peace Dream. #FIVE
— King Kong Bundy (@RealKKBundy) June 11, 2015

Ended up staying an extra 30 mins after class sharing Dusty Rhodes stories with my students. #RIPDustyRhodes
— Lance Storm (@LanceStorm) June 11, 2015

I was so honored to write Dusty Rhodes' theme song "Common Man" - the American Dream Dusty Rhodes will live on forever - love ya Dream
— Real Jimmy Hart (@RealJimmyHart) June 11, 2015

Just heard the Passing of The American Dream Dusty Rhodes. This man helped me sooo much in my wrestling career.He will be greatly missed it
— Chavo Guerrero jr. (@mexwarrior) June 11, 2015

Thank you @WWEDustyRhodes for everything you taught me. Thank you for believing in me & inspiring me. You will be missed so much. #RIPDream
— CJ Perry (@TheCJPerry) June 11, 2015

So sad to hear that The Legend Dusty Rhodes has passed, such a great soul. #RIPAmericanDream
— Maryse Mizanin (@MaryseMizanin) June 11, 2015

I just heard that Dusty Rhodes has passed away...I'm stunned & heartbroken! I'm so sorry...prayers to Dustin, Cody & the rest of the family.
— Shawn Michaels (@ShawnMichaels) June 11, 2015

Condolences to Dusty Rhodes' family. His family was everything as @theterrirunnels has shared. Such a fan, just words alone gave energy #RIP
— Trish Stratus (@trishstratuscom) June 11, 2015

Very saddened to hear of the passing of Dusty Rhodes. A big supporter of mine from day one and one of the main reasons I made it to WWE.
— Stu Bennett (@StuBennett) June 11, 2015

There was only one "American Dream" There will never be another like Dusty Rhodes. It was an honor to work with him. pic.twitter.com/SkfVWV3k45
— Jerry Lawler (@JerryLawler) June 11, 2015

Learned more than I can say from Dusty Rhodes...because of him, I am who I am. A true legend who taught me how to be myself. #ThankYouDream
— Mella Is Money 🤑 (@CarmellaWWE) June 11, 2015

One of my all time heroes and one the all time greats has passed away. American Dream #DustyRhodes I will never forget you. #Legend
— Steve Austin (@steveaustinBSR) June 11, 2015

My mentor @WWEDustyRhodes. Much love to your family and more respect than can ever be measured. Love you Dream. pic.twitter.com/bXgqs3qqca
— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) June 11, 2015

The American Dream leaves behind one heck of a legacy; not only for the achievements that he has made both inside and out of the squared circle, but those he leaves behind. Dusty Rhodes leaves behind four children; Dustin Rhodes, Cody Rhodes, Teil Runnels Gergel, and Kristin Runnels Ditto.

Many in the WWE Universe will recognize two of Dusty’s children. Dustin and Cody Rhodes are well-known to fans of the WWE as the outrageous duo of Goldust and Stardust. At this point we have yet to hear any comments from either Goldust or Stardust, as they are surely spending time with their families and grieving the loss of their father.

The one thing we know for sure is that while the American Dream may be released of his earthly burdens, he will not soon be forgotten. The name will not only live on in the storied history of Sports Entertainment, but in the hearts of those who knew him well and the minds of those who tuned in every week to see what he had to say next.

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