WWE's 'The American Dream' Dusty Rhodes Dead at 69

MStars News has learned that a WWE legend is gone. According to SB Nation, Dusty Rhodes. aka "The American Dream," died at the age of 69 today in Orlando, Florida.

 #WWE is saddened to learn of the passing of Hall of Fame and Legend "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes. https://www.wwe.com/inside/dusty-rhodes-passes-away-27496030

A photo posted by WWE (@wwe) on Jun 11, 2015 at 11:11am PDT

WWE revealed that the wrestler died on Thursday and gave no further details on his death. Rhodes, whose real name is Virgil Runnels, was part of WWE for years, even working with the younger talent in Florida. A statement from the WWE reads as follow: "WWE is deeply saddened that Virgil Runnels, aka "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes - WWE Hall of Fame, three-time NWA Champion and one of the most captivating and charismatic figures in sports entertainment history - passed away today at the age of 69. Runnels became a hero to fans around the world thanks to his work ethic, his impassioned interviews and his indomitable spirit. Moreover, Runnels was a dedicated father to WWE Superstars Goldust (Dustin Runnels) and Stardust (Cody Runnels), a caring husband and a creative visionary who helped shape the landscape of WWE long after his in-ring career had ended. WWE extends its sincerest condolences to Runnels' family, friends and colleagues." Rhodes' career started in the 1970s where he worked at WWE, WCW, ECW and TNA. The 2007 WWE Hall of Famer was a three-time NWA World Heavyweight Champion after working part time as a wrestler, while booking promotions in the 90s. Rhodes leaves behind his wife, Michelle, two sons, Dustin Runnels (aka Goldust) and Cody Runnels (aka Cody Rhodes and Stardust).. He also is survived by two daughters, Teil and Kristin.  Shocked fans and colleagues mourned via social media.

#RIPDustyRhodes We never got to shoot our angle together! Thank you for everything, I Love You. #HallofFamer #Legend pic.twitter.com/rN2YeVNv5b — Stephanie McMahon (@StephMcMahon) June 11, 2015

See you at the next 'town' Dream! #RIPDustyRhodes pic.twitter.com/euGPGXbl6X

— Finn Bálor (@wwebalor) June 11, 2015

Before the Mega-Powers there was the Super-Powers. #RIPDustyRhodes pic.twitter.com/mg8rxxdIOk — Lance Storm (@LanceStorm) June 11, 2015

The world feels a little less bright without @WWEDustyRhodes #RIPDustyRhodes

— Ken Williams (@epilepticgamer) June 11, 2015

You don't realize how much of an impact someone has until there gone. Dusty meant the world to @WWE, he is now there angel #RIPDustyRhodes — Melissa (@MissSheamus79) June 11, 2015

#RIPDustyRhodes Thank you very everything you did to make this business better.

— Roderick Strong (@roderickstrong) June 11, 2015

#WWE Hall of Fame, The American Dream #DustyRhodes has passed away. He was 69. A photo posted by Baller Alert (@balleralert) on Jun 11, 2015 at 1:02pm PDT