WWE legend Joanie Laurer– known better by her ring name “Chyna” — has died at the age of 45.
#BreakingNews I can confirm former pro wrestler #Chyna has died at the age of 46. Details still coming in. She was found in her bed.
— George Pennacchio (@abc7george) April 21, 2016
Her official Twitter account confirmed the news:
#RipChyna 😢😢😢 all of us on team Chyna love you and will love you forever babe.
Felix pic.twitter.com/jOfbHUAI2j
— Chyna (@ChynaJoanLaurer) April 21, 2016
During her time wrestling, Chyna was sometimes referred to as “The 9th Wonder of the World.” She won multiple titles during her illustrious career, before retiring in 2011. She was a two-time WWF Intercontinental Champion and often competed in inter-gender matches.
