As news of Chyna's passing began to spread throughout the WWE Universe, many of her friends and former Superstar peers took to social media to share their memories and express their condolences.

Here is a sample of the remembrances being shared about The Ninth Wonder of The World:

I just heard the tragic news that @ChynaJoanLaurer has passed. She was truly a pioneer in our industry, and she will be missed. #RIPChyna

— Stephanie McMahon (@StephMcMahon) April 21, 2016

Someone who wasn't afraid to blaze her own trail & create a path for those who would follow. A pioneer whose star shined bright. #RIPChyna

— Triple H (@TripleH) April 21, 2016

 

Such sad and tragic news about the passing of Chyna. She shattered every glass ceiling in the business and her legacy will live forever. She was also one kind and funny woman. RIP Joanie. (Photo Courtesy of Ron Galella/Getty Images)

A photo posted by Shane McMahon (@shanemcmahonwwe) on Apr 21, 2016 at 12:14pm PDT

Chyna was fearless to no man & a huge part of #womenswrestling her impact will never be forgotten. thoughts & prayers are with her family 

— Charlotte (@MsCharlotteWWE) April 21, 2016

Sending strength and light to the family of Joanie Laurer (CHYNA). What a trailblazer in the world of the @WWE. #RIPChyna

— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) April 21, 2016

Shattered glass ceilings, kicked down doors, broke gender barriers, she was an anomaly & untouchable. Rest now-ur legacy lives on #RIPChyna

— Trish Stratus (@trishstratuscom) April 21, 2016

So tragic. My heart is heavy today reflecting on this amazing woman. #RIPChyna pic.twitter.com/atJK0XJwlS

— Amy Dumas (@AmyDumas) April 21, 2016

Happy to have met you, laugh with you and work with you. GOD BLESS. #RIPChyna @ChynaJoanLaurer

— Bubba Ray Dudley (@BubbaRayDudley) April 21, 2016

 

Rip Chyna #9thwonderoftheworld

A photo posted by Sasha Banks (@sashabankswwe) on Apr 21, 2016 at 1:59am PDT

Just woke up to the sad news about Chyna. Such a huge part of #womenswrestling and of my childhood. Very sad day. #9thWonderOfTheWorld

— Bayley (@itsBayleyWWE) April 21, 2016

 

Sorry to hear about the passing of #JoanieLaurer. We didn't always see eye to eye, but we had a lot of fun.

A photo posted by Chris Jericho (@chrisjerichofozzy) on Apr 21, 2016 at 7:40am PDT

Woke up to the Horrible news of the passing of @ChynaJoanLaurer A beautiful person & a kind soul. Sad day pic.twitter.com/FMki6QUNVS

— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) April 21, 2016

Just woke up to the news of @ChynaJoanLaurer passing. So sad to hear, she was an amazing lady & I will miss her greatly!!

— Shawn Michaels (@ShawnMichaels) April 21, 2016

Glad I got to see Joanie recently and tell her in person how much I cared for her. She was a wonderful person. R.I.P pic.twitter.com/AIwSPXMT5c

— Jerry Lawler (@JerryLawler) April 21, 2016

So sad to hear the news about Chyna. My heart goes out to her family and friends. May you rest in peace.

— Jacqueline Moore (@JackieMooreTx) April 21, 2016

 

#ripchyna #9thwonderoftheworld

A photo posted by Natalie Eva Marie (@natalieevamarie) on Apr 21, 2016 at 2:52am PDT

RIP Chyna. She changed the way women were viewed on WWE programming, for the better.

— Max Landis (@Uptomyknees) April 21, 2016

Chyna. Rest in peace.

— Alyssa Milano (@Alyssa_Milano) April 21, 2016

So sad to hear that @ChynaJoanLaurer passed away. She was a really sweet lady. pic.twitter.com/A86slAj0nd

— Holly Robinson Peete (@hollyrpeete) April 21, 2016

We are sorry to hear of the passing of Joanie 'Chyna' Laurer, 45. NJPW sends its condolences to her family & friends pic.twitter.com/NxDkhXu13w

— NJPW (@newjapaneng) April 21, 2016

Sad to hear about the passing of @ChynaJoanLaurer. #RipChyna you will be missed

— Verne Troyer (@VerneTroyer) April 21, 2016

 

Such sad news to hear about #Chyna passing away today! I have fond memories on the set of #Sabrina together. #RIP

A photo posted by Melissa Joan Hart (@melissajoanhart) on Apr 21, 2016 at 4:41am PDT