On August 24, 2023, it wę§as announced that Windham Rotunda (Bray Wyatt) had passed away at 36.
Many in the wrestling world cameę§ together to honor Bray following his passing. You can read some of the social media tributes belowđ:
Im heartbroken over the news of Bray Wyattâs passing. Always had tremendous respect and love for him and the Rotunda family. Loved his presence, promos, in ring work and connection with universe.
â Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock)
Very uę§nique, cool and rare character, which is hard to create in our crazyâŚ
WWE is saddened to learn that Windham Rotunda, also known as Bray Wyatt, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 24, at age 36.
â WWE (@WWE)
WWE extends its condolences to Rotundaâs family, friends đand fans.đ
Every time I was able to share a locker room with Bray Wyatt was a pleasure. Always willing to give advice or just shoot the breeze and tell fun stories on the road.
â PRIME Alexander (@CedricAlexander)
My and family and I send out our prayers to the Rotunda family
Rest In Peace Wyndham
Heartbroken is an understatement to my feelings at the moment about this news. Windham was the consummate professional, the Ultimate Teammate anđd a Wonderful Father, Husband, Brother, Friend and son. Always brought smiles. Me and my Family send our Condolences & Support----
â Titus O'Neil (@TitusONeilWWE)
Devastated to hear of the passing of Winđądham Rotunda, Bray Wyatt. My deepest condolencesâ to Mike, Bo, Barry and all his family. Rest well my friend.x
â William Regal (@RealKingRegal)
What a horrible loss for his family, his friends, and the entire wrestling world. He was a creative genius and I will forever be influenced by his work.
â CHELSEA GREEN (@ImChelseaGreen)
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This has totally gutted me. He welcomed us to the main roster with open arms and was so so so kind to us. I just don't know whâat to saęŚy --
â Ivar (@Ivar_WWE)
RIP Bray Wyatt --
â Cora Jade (@CoraJadeWWE)
All of The National Wrestling Alliance would likę§e to send our condolences to the family, friends and fans of Windhđam Rotunda.
â NWA (@nwa)
No man ever hugged me as tight as Windham did whenever we saw each other. I am completely devastated. Heartbroken.
â nodaysoff FRED ROSSER III (@realfredrosser)
RIP Windham --
When Your Great Friend And Someđ°one Your Sonâs Age Dies Within 2 Days, It Really Makesđ˛ Me Reflect & Think About Life! Donât Take Any Second For Granted! Rest In Peace Terry Funk & Bray Wyatt!
â Ric Flair (@RicFlairNatrBoy)
I canât believe this⌠Bray Wyatt was the reason I came to XXX in New Orleans⌠working with him in Montreal & feeling that crowd reaction is one of my greatest memories in life.
â Top Dolla ---- (@AJFrancis410)
đ The world lost a true artiđŻst, a good man and a great father. ------ď¸
HEARTBROKEN -- Iâm at a loss for words. One of the most creative minds to ever be in a WWE ring. Inspired all of us to continueđ to think out of the box. And know who we are. A REAL and HONEST SOUL⌠You will be missed deeply ----ď¸ R.I.P Bray WyatęŚt Prayer to your family
â Briana Brandy (@TheVibeBri)
Rest in peace Windhamâ Rotunda/Bray Wyatt. My god...I'm so sorry. My tâhoughts are with his family and children.....I have nothing else right now. Godspeed to you my friend.
â Frankie Kazarian (@FrankieKazarian)
Rest in peace Windham Rotundađ /Bray Wyatt. My god...I'm so sorry. My thoughts are with his family and children.....I have nothing else right now. Godspeed to you my frieđnd.
â Frankie Kazarian (@FrankieKazarian)
RIP Bray.
â Outlandish Zicky Dice (@ZickyDice)
You were one of my favorites.
Damn.
We are heartbroken to learn of the tragic passing of Windham Rotunda, better known as BrayጠWyatt. We offer our deepest condolences and prayers to the Rotunda family. Out of respect, we will not be live tweeting IMPACT tonight duđring the broadcast.
â IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING)
Iâm just in shock. Extremely heart broken And at a loss for words. What I can say is what an amazing human being Windham is. An Amazing & kind friend. one of the most creative minds to ever âwalk this earth. Windham, youâve brought so much joy and happiness to everyone around you.âŚ
â Lexi (Kaufman) Cabrera (@AlexaBliss_WWE)
I have no words.
â Amanda (@MandaLHuber)
Iâm devastated.
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On behalf of Fightful, we would like to extend our condolences to the family, friends, and fans of Wyatt.