WWE Superstars React to Kobe Bryant's Passing

Kobe Bryant died tragically on Sunday at the age of 41 after he was in a helicopter crash near Calabasas, California. In the hours that followed, fans of the five-time NBA Champion all took to social media offer their condolences, especially once it was revealed that his 13 year-old daughter was one of the other passengers who died in the crash. Shortly before their Royal Rumble pay-per-view event got underway, WWE released a statement on Bryant's death that read, "WWE is saddened by the passing of basketball legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna. We extend our condolences to their family, fans and loved ones."

Numerous wrestlers also took to social media with their reactions. Check out some of them in the list below.