Twitter reacts to the passing of Bruno Sammartino

At the age of 82, the legendary Bruno Sammartino has passed away. To call Sammartino a legend would be the understatement of the century. The Pittsburgh native is one of the all-time greats of the professional wrestling industry and was a hero to millions and millions back in his day. He's held the WWE Championship(then known as the WWF Championship) for a record 4040 days combined, a record that may likely never be broken.

The WWE Universe paid tribute to The Living Legend on social media

Devastated to hear the passing of a true icon, legend, great, honest and wonderful man...A true friend...and one of the toughest people I've ever met.My thoughts are with his entire family. #RIPBrunoSammartino #AmericanDream

— Triple H (@TripleH) April 18, 2018

Bruno was a legendary figure and the favorite wrestler of many fans in his era. Rest in peace. https://t.co/veoUWF1JNS

— John Canton (@johnreport) April 18, 2018

Nooooo RIP to the legend https://t.co/HSL7O4iMif

— Rosenberg Media (@Rosenbergradio) April 18, 2018

Very sad to hear that Bruno Sammartino has passed away. I always thought it was so cool that I shared a birthday with the legend himself. Few leave the kind of legacy that he does.

— Jason Solomon (@solomonster) April 18, 2018

R.I.P :-( https://t.co/aXmee8w81t

— $asha Banks (@SashaBanksWWE) April 18, 2018

Bruno Sammartino is one of the all-time greats. We're diminished by his loss, but so much better because he was here. pic.twitter.com/wLgWCYPFcT

— Rob Schamberger (@robschamberger) April 18, 2018

Very saddened to hear of the passing of Bruno Sammartino. Walter”Killer” Kowalski always spoke so highly of him. An absolute legend in our industry in every sense of the word. They just don’t make men like that anymore. Godspeed sir. 😢

— Frankie Kazarian (@FrankieKazarian) April 18, 2018

Sad news. Bruno Sammartino has passed at 82. One of Pittsburgh’s all-time great sportsmen and great people. Rest In Peace, Bruno.

— Ron Cook (@RonCookPG) April 18, 2018

I interviewed Bruno Sammartino for my unpublished book about 80s wrestling. A total gentleman who will be missed. We overuse the term "legend." But, in this case, it absolutely applies. pic.twitter.com/0OhlX1ie82

— JE Snowden (@JESnowden) April 18, 2018

I will always have an enormous amount of respect & admiration for Bruno Sammartino. I can’t thank him enough for always being kind to me & taking time to have a genuine conversation. Condolences to his family & loved ones.

— ShinigamE (@WWEBigE) April 18, 2018

Rest In Peace Bruno Samartino. It was an honor meeting you and talking how many times we could have sold out MSG together back in the day. #RIPBrunoSammartino pic.twitter.com/Df7TgfBDnR

— Rusev (@RusevBUL) April 18, 2018

#RIPBrunoSammartino

— FUNAKI (@shofufu824) April 18, 2018

Bruno is indirectly responsible for where I am today. Growing up in Pittsburgh, he was my father’s hero, and sparked my dad’s passion for the business that he passed on to me.I was lucky enough to spend some time with Bruno, and the man exemplified class. #RIPBruno

— Corey Graves (@WWEGraves) April 18, 2018

We are what we are and we have what we have because of the path you paved. Thank you. #RIPBruno

— Scott Dawson (@ScottDawsonWWE) April 18, 2018

#RIPBrunoSammartino What a life he lived! God speed Mr Sammartino https://t.co/ZGrgoUkEch

— Brian G. James (@WWERoadDogg) April 18, 2018

Bruno is undoubtedly one of the greatest ever. My father's favorite wrestler. He's impacted many generations of superstars and will continue to do so. My thoughts are with his friends and family.

— LarsWWE (@LarsSWWE) April 18, 2018

Sad to hear that we lost a great one #BrunoSammartino today. Thoughts and prayer go out to his family.

— Dustin Rhodes (@Goldust) April 18, 2018

#RIPBrunoSammartino

— Cedric Alexander (@CedricAlexander) April 18, 2018

When men were menThe manliest of allBruno, he was calledHe wrestled the bestHe beat them allBruno Sammartino The manliest of all.

— adam (@opzun) April 18, 2018

Bruno Sammartino reigned as @WWE Champion during the presidencies of John F Kennedy, Lyndon Johnson, Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter.

— WWE Stats & Info (@WWEStats) April 18, 2018

#RIPBrunoSammartino https://t.co/urJslZFePQ

— Smackdown Womens Champion (@CarmellaWWE) April 18, 2018

At Wrestlemania 30 I had the chance to meet Bruno Sammartino. He was the most vibrant and spirited person I met that week, and he shared with me invaluable wisdom about the business and life as a whole. He will be missed. #RIPBruno

— Dean Muhtadi (@MojoRawleyWWE) April 18, 2018

Devastating news for the wrestling world. An Icon amongst Icon’s, Bruno Sammartino has passed away. RIP Bruno. My thoughts and prayers are with his family today.

— Ted DiBiase (@MDMTedDiBiase) April 18, 2018

Growing up, my grandfather Stu Hart would ALWAYS talk about Bruno Sammartino and what an incredible wrestler he was. I’m so grateful I had the chance to meet Bruno and tell him how much he meant to my grandfather and the entire Hart family. We will all miss you, Bruno. 🙏♥️ pic.twitter.com/Dclu5hMGa6

— Nattie (@NatbyNature) April 18, 2018

Bruno was a true champion. He was known for his love of his family, this business, and our country.A huge loss. My prayers are with his family. #RIPBrunoSammartino https://t.co/qC84FJx99w

— AJStyles.Org (@AJStylesOrg) April 18, 2018

You will never be forgotten, Bruno Sammartino!

RIP.

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