TNA Wrestling sent out the following:
Wrestling Legend Roddy Piper Passes Away
The TNA family is saddened by news of the passing of professional wrestling legend, Roddy Piper. Piper appeared with TNA in 2003 and 2004, and in recent years many of TNA’s Stars appeared on Piper’s popular podcast. Our condolences go out to Roddy’s family during this time of loss.
So saddened to hear of the passing of @R_Roddy_Piper…. Such a talent. Our thoughts & prayers are with his family…
— Dixie Carter (@TNADixie) July 31, 2015
Saddened to hear that Roddy Piper passed away. He became a friend after being a childhood wrestling hero. #RIPHotRod pic.twitter.com/dtNXn3YphO
— Matt Hardy (@MATTHARDYBRAND) July 31, 2015
Rod made me believe a kid from Scotland could do anything. He'd spend time on the phone with me & was my friend Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
— Drew Galloway (@GallowaySpeaks) July 31, 2015
I am so sad hearing of the passing of @R_Roddy_Piper. He's the wrestler that made me want to be one too. A true legend who will be missed.
— Abyss (@TherealAbyss) July 31, 2015
RIP @R_Roddy_Piper You will be missed my friend. Much Love! @antmaurizio pic.twitter.com/YU50ALMLFE
— Kurt Angle (@RealKurtAngle) July 31, 2015
Just when you think heaven is calming down. In walks these two. #RipPiper #ChidhoodFavorite pic.twitter.com/OeNK73FBKT
— James Storm (@JamesStormBrand) July 31, 2015
Can't tell you how stunned I am to hear about Roddy Pipers passing. Enjoyed his company in both WCW and TNA. Shocked and saddened by this.
— Mike Tenay (@RealMikeTenay) July 31, 2015
Wow, so sad hearing about Roddy Piper! RIP #HOTROD So many memories as a boy rolling with my dad growing up! So sad!! U will be missed #123
— Brian Hebner (@babyhebner) July 31, 2015
