Industry Reacts To The Passing Of Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela passed away today at the age of 95. Mandela, who was imprisoned for 27 years in South Africa for fighting apartheid, was the country's first black president.
"Our nation has lost its greatest son," said South African president Jacob Zuma during a television address. "Our people have lost a father. Although we knew that this day would come, nothing can diminish our sense of a profound and enduring loss."
Many people in the business took to their Twitters to react to Mandela's passing. Here are some of their comments:
Dixie Carter (@TNADixie): "So saddened to hear of the passing of Nelson #Mandela. Your amazing spirit and legacy will continue to live on."
Eric Bischoff (@EBischoff): "The world has lost a great leader and inspiration. Rest in Peace Nelson Mandela.... Nelson Mandela was a true leader. He brought people of different races, cultures, religions, and politics together."
John Layfield (@JCLayfield): "One of history's great men passed away. A hero of mine, Nelson Mandela. RIP The world is better for his having lived! Thank you!"
Michael Cole (@MichaelCole): "RIP to one of my heroes and true inspirations in my life. Nelson Mandela had the respect, power, humility and will to change the world"
Titus O'Neil (@TitusONeilWWE): "The world lost a Great Hero today as #NelsonMandela passed away. 95years young&fought 2Enhance the lives of the Many regardless of Race/Sex."
Kevin Nash (@RealKevinNash): "The passing of Nelson Mandela today ends the life and journey of a man that can not be discribed in words.RIP President."
Justin Gabriel (@Justin__Gabriel): "RIP #NelsonMandela #RipNelsonMandela .."
Brodus Clay (@BrodusClay): "#365toredemption D245 a day of reflection and historic tribute to a man who fought for redemption of a country #NelsonMandela #equality"
Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ): "RIP Nelson Mandela....a global hero."
Gregory Shane Helms (@ShaneHelmsCom): "Few people have made an impact on humanity like that of Nelson Mandela. A powerful spirit."
Lex Luger (@GenuineLexLuger): "NELSON MANDELA. You will be greatly missed. #peacecouragehumilityfaithhopelove"
David Otunga (@DavidOtunga): "Nelson Mandela was a beacon of strength and a true inspiration to us all. RIP Nelson Mandela."
The Iron Sheik (@the_ironsheik): "Nelson Mandela my good friend he always love me and I love him forever"
Shad Gaspard (@Shadbeast): "A good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination #mandela"
William Regal (@RealKingRegal): "A lot of British people of my age would not have know of the terrible treatment of Nelson Mandela if not for Jerry Dammers and The Specials."
Marty Scurll (@MartyScurll): "RIP Nelson Mandela. What a legacy he left behind"
MVP (@The305MVP): "At the airport and I see Nelson Mandela has died. I know no words that can do the mans life & death any justice. Rest In Power!"
Kenny King (@KennyKingpinAnX): "#RIP Mr. Mandela. Your mark on history is too big for twitter"
Smith Hart (@SmithHart1): "Prayers go out to the family of Nelson Mandela who is one of the biggest inspirations of my own life. He endured and overcame so much."