In an update on WWE RAW superstar Roman Reigns revealing during last night’s Monday Night RAW broadcast that he had to relinquish the WWE Universal Championship due to a battle with leukemia, the wrestling industry reacted, offering their outpouring support for Reigns.
A warrior, through and through. @WWERomanReigns, your entire #WWE family stands with you. #ThankYouRoman https://t.co/rJy3xYb1jo
— Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) October 23, 2018
”I want to show my family, my friends, my children and my wife that when life throws a curveball at me, I am the type of man that will stand in that batter’s box, I will crowd the plate,… https://t.co/63BXKlAGUI
— Stephanie McMahon (@StephMcMahon) October 23, 2018
We been here for u, and will stay here for u. Day one uce. We love you. @WWERomanReigns #ThankYouRoman pic.twitter.com/eszthQWPAC
— The Usos (@WWEUsos) October 23, 2018
‘Courage – strength in the face of pain or grief.’ You have given us your everything including a courageously vulnerable moment. We, your WWE family, give you all of our love and support. #ThankYouRoman #NeverGiveUp
— John Cena (@JohnCena) October 23, 2018
Sending so much love to @WWERomanReigns and his family. You’re one of the strongest dudes I know and I can’t wait to see you back inside that ring. ?? #thankyouRoman
— Renee Young (@ReneeYoungWWE) October 23, 2018
…. He will fight, he will win, he will return stronger, and I will be waiting….
— Samoa Joe (@SamoaJoe) October 23, 2018
Whether you bleed blue or bleed red, we are family. Whether you work in the United States or you work in Japan, we are all family.
Roman we stand next to you as we watch you give the… https://t.co/y4pXm54XIq
— The Miz (@mikethemiz) October 23, 2018
#ThankYouRoman
My aunt also had Leukemia. I hope you get better soon, Roman!! https://t.co/YVrrijai7N— KAIRI SANE?? (@KairiSaneWWE) October 23, 2018
.@WWERomanReigns you are the definition of what it means to be a leader and a champion and one of the toughest lads on the planet. We are all behind you and sending love. You will beat this. #ThankYouRoman
— Rebecca Quin (@BeckyLynchWWE) October 23, 2018
He’s one of favorite opponents in the ring… and one of my favorite people outside of it. He’s got a big fight ahead of him…but we like fights. Good luck Uce! I’ve got your back… @ Roman https://t.co/5d0UMBxLUe
— Chris Jericho (@IAmJericho) October 23, 2018
I'm overseas and I just heard the terrible news about @WWERomanReigns and his battle with Leukemia. Totally shocked. Uce, you are a tough b****** and a true fighter, and you will beat this.
Lots of love.— Sami Zayn (@SamiZayn) October 23, 2018
Fight on to victory my courageous brother! pic.twitter.com/wuYAoxa48p
— Bret Hart (@BretHart) October 23, 2018
Just saw the @WWERomanReigns news. Absolutely heartbreaking. Roman is one of nicest guys I have ever met in this business and was a pleasure every time I had the pleasure to work with him. My best wishes to him!
— John Layfield (@JCLayfield) October 23, 2018
Devastating news coming from #raw last night, Roman Reigns is an inspiration and a role model for so many around the world inside and outside of this job, thoughts are with him and his family #ThankYouRoman
— Zack Gibson (@ZackGibson01) October 23, 2018
@WWERomanReigns will beat it again…believe that. #ThankYouRoman
— Zack Ryder (@ZackRyder) October 23, 2018
Praying for brother @WWERomanReigns. Stay strong Big Uce…You'll be back better than ever soon enough. ? #ThankYouRoman
— Drake Wuertz (@WWEDrakeWuertz) October 23, 2018
My prayers are with you & your family @WWERomanReigns ??? #ThankYouRoman
— Billie Kay (@BillieKayWWE) October 23, 2018
Fight Roman fight! https://t.co/eT3l7m0Sd7
— TheMarkHenry (@TheMarkHenry) October 23, 2018
Joe, @WWERomanReigns The fans love you, we all love you, we support you, you are a true inspiration. You’re a fighter Joe??
— Madusa/AlundraBlayze (@Madusa_rocks) October 23, 2018
I’ve never seen the air sucked out of a locker room like it was tonight. Our thoughts and prayers are with Roman and his family. #ThankYouRoman
— Daniel Bryan (@WWEDanielBryan) October 23, 2018
Come on #bigdog. After your another fight, let’s do this again. #thankyouroman https://t.co/tYdkHmAUHb
— Shinsuke Nakamura (@ShinsukeN) October 23, 2018
Thoughts and well wishes to @WWERomanReigns and his family at this horrible time. Get well soon and come back stronger Big Dog, you got this! #ThankYouRoman
— Jordan Devlin (@Jordan_Devlin1) October 23, 2018
Still in shock. Don’t think I’ll ever find the words. Just thank you for inspiring, motivating, and overall just being a good guy. #ThankYouRoman @WWERomanReigns
— Man Of The Hour ?? (@itsLioRush) October 23, 2018
Fighting leukemia is tough,
But they don't make them tougher than @WWERomanReigns
He will beat this again #ThankYouRoman— No Way Jose (@WWENoWayJose) October 23, 2018
Long drive. Really can’t get @WWERomanReigns off my mind. He’s truly the backbone of the entire locker room. I can’t wait to see you back Big Uce. #ThankYouRoman
— Brian Myers (@TheCurtHawkins) October 23, 2018
After watching the beginning of WWE Raw last night, I’ve come to the conclusion that we all should be grateful that we woke up this morning to experience life to its fullest. Make each day count, because you never know what life will throw at you. #ThankYouRoman
— Kurt Angle (@RealKurtAngle) October 23, 2018
Sending all my prayers ?? #ThankYouRoman
— Joseann Offerman (@ItsJoseann) October 23, 2018
I’m just learning now of @WWERomanReigns leukemia diagnosis. Stunned. I liked and respected him from the moment I met him. Sending my very best wishes and prayers for you, Joe.
— Mick Foley (@RealMickFoley) October 23, 2018
You’re in our thoughts & prayers Joe. You are our Superman! Forever and always! You have an army people standing behind you ready to support and fight with you!?N
— Nikki & Brie (@BellaTwins) October 23, 2018
Thank you Roman for showing us what a real warrior looks like. Sending many prayers to you and your family!! We’ll all be waiting for you to come back home to #RAW -B
— Nikki & Brie (@BellaTwins) October 23, 2018