Yesterday evening, Stephanie McMahon announced the sad news of WWE Hall of Famer Mae Young‘s death at age 90.
Since the tragic story broke, WWE Divas past and present have paid tribute to Mae on social media. Following Stephanie’s initial tribute, the likes of former Womens Champion Mickie James and Total Divas star Natalya were among those paying their respects.
View a selection of tweets below:
Rip Mae Young, such an inspiration and true legend
— Rebecca Quin (@BeckyLynchWWE) January 15, 2014
#RIPMaeYoung You left us all inspired!
— Brandi Runnels (@TheBrandiRhodes) January 15, 2014
What an amazing inspiration and powerful woman #RIPMaeYoung
— Devin Taylor (@DevinTaylorWWE) January 15, 2014
It was an honor meeting #MaeYoung at
@WWE #Wrestlemania last year! #RIPMaeYoung #ThankYouMae #WWE pic.twitter.com/RB5XR9kWmL
— EMMA (@EmmaWWE) January 15, 2014
#RIPMaeYoung You're truly an inspiration to us all. It was an honor to have met you. You will be missed.
— Joseann Offerman (@ItsJoseann) January 15, 2014
I am heartbroken by the news of Mae Young's passing. She was always such a joy. My thoughts are with her family and friends. #ThankYouMae
— Lilian Garcia (@LilianGarcia) January 15, 2014
Mae Young will be remembered as a trailblazer who lived life to the fullest, on her own terms. Rest In Peace…
— Lisa Marie Varon (@REALLiSAMARiE) January 15, 2014
A fighter until the very end! Forever in our hearts,memories, & fighting spirit! A true HOF legend!???????????? #RIPMaeYoung pic.twitter.com/Jf091tIRvO
— Mickie James (@MickieJames) January 15, 2014
I'll always remember Mae Young. We shared wonderful memories of my grandfather. She made me want to fight. There was no one like her.
— Nattie (@NatbyNature) January 15, 2014
Forever Young #RIPMaeYoung pic.twitter.com/sRcQ7jqOAS
— Nattie (@NatbyNature) January 15, 2014
A trailblazer & role model…paving the way for women in this division. You will always be remembered! #RIPMaeYoung
— Summer Rae WWE (@RealSummerWWE) January 15, 2014