WWE Legends Pay Tribute Following The Death Of Rowdy Roddy Piper

WWE Hall of Famer Rowdy Roddy Piper has passed away at the age of 61, after suffering a cardiac arrest while sleeping.

Piper was one of the most entertaining wrestlers in the late 80s and early 90s, famed for his quick wit and brilliant ability on the microphone. Although Canadian, Piper's character was Scottish and of course his kilt became a synonymous part of his persona.

Last night the WWE gave him a 10 bell salute at the beginning of their live event, while Vince McMahon released a statement saying:

Roddy Piper was one of the most entertaining, controversial and bombastic performers ever in WWE, beloved by millions of fans around the world. I extend my deepest condolences to his family.

Elsewhere, WWE stars past and present have been paying tribute online as well:

I'm absolutely devastated. My heart goes out to Roddy's family. RIP my friend. One of the best in every way! pic.twitter.com/hLakBF8sdC

— Ted DiBiase (@MDMTedDiBiase) July 31, 2015

There was no better natural, TV wrestling villain than the late @R_Roddy_Piper. He was #elite. #RIPRoddyPiper

— Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) August 1, 2015

When things were simple, he lit my way and gave me purpose. Meeting him was a thrill. His friendship was cherished.His death, heartbreaking.

— Coach (@CMPunk) August 1, 2015

Thanks Hotrod. Rest in Power. pic.twitter.com/OxHDblzMlM

— Coach (@CMPunk) August 1, 2015

This made Goldust. #ThankYouPiper pic.twitter.com/LfQhz7R9kq

— GOLDUST (@Goldust) August 1, 2015

One of the best, a Canadian entertainer, #HotRod will be missed. Your promos will forever be a patch on the quilt of my wrestling foundation

— Trish Stratus (@trishstratuscom) August 1, 2015

RIP legend. I first met this wrestling icon when I was 12yrs old when he was wrestling my pops the WWE. For weeks and weeks after that meeting I would have my mom set up a video camera in the kitchen as I would "become" Hot Rod and mimmic and emulate his every word, style, swag, heat, cool cockiness and all delivered with his classic smile (and my awful 12yr old afro).He was a huge influence on me as a kid and an even bigger one when I became The Rock in the WWE. Thank you Roddy for all the talks, all the stories (especially the crazy ones about my grandfather and grandmother?) all the advice and most importantly.. all the memories of you entertaining us fans. You're missed my friend. Heaven just got a lil' rowdier... Rest in love ~ DJ #JustWhenTheyThinkTheyHaveAllTheAnswers #HotRodChangesTheQuestions

A photo posted by therock (@therock) on Jul 31, 2015 at 4:36pm PDT

Ronda Rousey also posted a message to Instagram.

Thank you for the name.... And so much more.... Will do it justice and do you proud tomorrow.... This one's for you Roddy....

A photo posted by rondarousey (@rondarousey) on Jul 31, 2015 at 6:07pm PDT