The death of Bruno Sammartino left an indelible mark on the wrestling community.
His passing at age 82 brought back memories from many, as members of all corners of the wrestling world paid tribute.
MORE: Wrestlers gone too soon
One of the finest men I knew, in life and in business. Bruno Sammartino proved that hard work can overcome even the most difficult of circumstances. He will be missed. #RIPLivingLegend pic.twitter.com/PNDuQ31Phd
— Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) April 18, 2018
Bruno Sammartino is a wrestling Legend
— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) April 18, 2018
Honored to have had many conversations with him
When I was w/him I knew I was w/pure class & greatness
Celebrate his life watch 1of his matches today
I was humbled he even knew my name
I'm very sad pic.twitter.com/RfD1XIQYo9
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
One of the GREATEST of all time, Bruno Sammartino has left us. I was a huge fan of this legend as a kid, Bruno was a massive influence and inspiration on my career from a far. Condolences & prayers to his family. #RIPBruno 🙏 🇮🇹 pic.twitter.com/qMxQKcuJYO
— TAZ (@OfficialTAZ) April 18, 2018
WWE style cage matches, with escape rules, exist solely because they perfectly fit Bruno Sammartino's in-ring persona. That he would beat the heel from pillar to post, then leave them in a bloody heap as he was able to exit the cage unimpeded, disgusted yet triumphant.
— David Bixenspan (@davidbix) 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
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
Nothing today can happen without what he did back then. Rest in power and thank you Bruno Sammartino. pic.twitter.com/JEuHPUh3fJ
— Cody Rhodes (@CodyRhodes) April 18, 2018
There's a saying about being careful to meet your heroes because you end up disappointed,. Millions grew up with Bruno Sammartino, and the ones who got to know him, they were not disappointed.
— Dave Meltzer (@davemeltzerWON) April 18, 2018
#BrunoSammartino epitomized the word legend. Rest in Power my friend. Thank you for all the paved roads you left us young guys 🙏🏻 #wwe @WWE
— Mike Kanellis (@RealMikeBennett) April 18, 2018
RIP to a legend #BrunoSammartino thank you for all that you have done for wrestling
— Gail Kim-Irvine (@gailkimITSME) April 18, 2018
