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WWE, AEW, Wrestlers & More Issue Statements on Passing of Shannon ‘Daffney’ Spruill
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UPDATE 2: Statements continue to pour in reacting to the tragic death of Shannon “Daffney” Spruill. You can see more statements from WWE, Impact Wrestling, Mick Foley, Shane Helms, Big E., Natalya, Kane, and others below:
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Shannon “Daffney” Spruill. We offer our sincere condolences to her friends and family. pic.twitter.com/XSpY6X9xbQ
— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) September 2, 2021
https://twitter.com/RealMickFoley/status/1433490661765009408
https://twitter.com/ShaneHelmsCom/status/1433515435685818373
I am so saddened to hear about the passing of Daffney. She was a very talented performer who dedicated a lot of her life to entertaining others through her performances in the ring. I am sending my deepest condolences to her family and keeping Daffney in my prayers. pic.twitter.com/yWBnHl8LH6
— Nattie (@NatbyNature) September 2, 2021
So very sad. Pray for Daffney's loved ones.
Mick is is right. If you need help, please call 800-273-8255. https://t.co/YL4guIESJP
— Kane (@KaneWWE) September 2, 2021
I’m so sorry to everyone who knew and loved Daffney Unger.
If you’re struggling with your mental health, please don’t be afraid to be a burden. Reach out for help. It saved my life. https://t.co/OInJczaaKz
— Ettore “Big E” Ewen (@WWEBigE) September 2, 2021
So heartbroken to hear of the tragic news of @screamqueendaff She was such a special person. Please look out for each other. 💔RIP Daffney
— Amy Dumas (@AmyDumas) September 2, 2021
please put prayers, love, good thoughts, and positivity towards Daffney right now
we love you and care about you @screamqueendaff
— s ü y ü n g (@realsuyung) September 2, 2021
she never let me feel like i wasn’t loved. she was the purest form of unconditional love and i am forever grateful for the years i was able to have with her.
— jamie senegal (@itsjamiewtf) September 2, 2021
Everyone here at the CAC is deeply saddened to hear Shannon "Daffney" Spruill has passed away. We send out our sincerest condolences to her family, friends and fans around the world. Thank you for all the wonderful memories you leave behind. R.I.P. Shannon pic.twitter.com/J5EnD55lHE
— Cauliflower Alley Club (@CACReunion) September 2, 2021
UPDATE: AEW has joined the chorus of wrestling luminaries and organizations paying tribute to the late Shannon ‘Daffney’ Spruill. The company posted to Twitter on Thursday to commemorate Daffney’s passing, writing:
AEW joins the wrestling world in mourning the passing of Shannon Spruill. Our thoughts are with her family, her friends and her fans.
AEW joins the wrestling world in mourning the passing of Shannon Spruill. Our thoughts are with her family, her friends and her fans. pic.twitter.com/mVJ1JyNgqe
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) September 2, 2021
As we have been saying throughout the day, are suffering and need help, you are not alone. If you are considering harming yourself, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Those in the UK can get help by calling the Samaritans helpline on 116 123.
ORIGINAL: Earlier today, the family of Shannon Spruill, former pro wrestler Daffney, confirmed her passing. She was 46 years old. Ring of Honor (ROH) has now issued a statement on her passing, which you can read below:
ROH MOURNS THE PASSING OF SHANNON ‘DAFFNEY’ SPRUILL
Ring of Honor is saddened to learn that Daffney (Shannon Spruill) has died. She was 46.
Spruill worked as a wrestler, manager and valet in WCW, ROH, TNA and various independent promotions during a 16-year career that began in 1999.
Performing under the name Lucy, Spruill managed The Second City Saints (CM Punk, Colt Cabana and Ace Steel) during the early days of ROH.
Spruill made an appearance at Supercard of Honor in 2018 for the finals of the Women of Honor Title Tournament. After Sumie Sakai won the match, Spruill celebrated in the ring with her.
ROH extends its deepest condolences to Spruill’s family, friends and fans.
Once again, 411 wants to send our condolences to Daffney’s family, friends and fans. Also, if you are suffering and need help, you are not alone. If you are considering harming yourself, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.
