Tommy Dreamer, Virgil and More React to Passing of Lanny Poffo

As previously reported, Lanny Poffo, aka The Genius, passed away at the age of 68 earlier today. Several wrestling personalities have already taken to social media to comment on the news, including Tommy Dreamer, Virgil and others.

Dreamer wrote: “It has been reported Lanny Poffo has passed away. I always enjoyed his work in ring & that he had poem for us all. #TheGenius.”

Virgil added: “Lanny Poffo. The genius. Man. I am so sorry brother. Love you and Randy more than you ever will know. RIP”

You can see similar responses below.

It has been reported
Lanny Poffo has passed away
I always enjoyed his work in ring & that he had poem for us all#TheGenius pic.twitter.com/Fr6RS6okPN

— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) February 2, 2023

Awww man. What a great guy! I had the pleasure of doing a movie with Lanny called "Curse Of The Wolf" and he was such a pleasure to be around. Rest In Peace Lanny Poffo!! https://t.co/4DJ5jGW0Nc

— Brian Heffron aka The Blue Meanie (@BlueMeanieBWO) February 2, 2023

Lanny Poffo. The genius. Man. I am so sorry brother. Love you and Randy more than you ever will know. RIP pic.twitter.com/hAJozrZ5ck

— Virgil (@TheRealVirgil) February 2, 2023

The entire #MCWProWrestling family would like to sends it thoughts, prayers and condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of the legendary “Leaping” Lanny Poffo. pic.twitter.com/0cCS38Ya5Z

— MCW Pro Wrestling (@MCWWrestling) February 2, 2023

I’m very sorry to hear the passing of Lanny Poffo! Great guy and friend! Prayers for his family, friends and fans! pic.twitter.com/KlsVrA88LK

— Bobby Fulton (@TheBobbyFulton) February 2, 2023

Rest in paradise, Lanny Poffo. So many great memories. We lost a genius today.

The wrestling world mourns. https://t.co/yoG5Z8rx3k

— Ricky Morton (@RealRickyMorton) February 2, 2023

RIP Lanny Poffo. Positive thoughts and prayers to all family and friends. Thank you 🙏 pic.twitter.com/2HoXZOU07q

— RYBACK (@Ryback) February 2, 2023

We are saddened and disheartened by the news that wrestling legend, “The Genius” Lanny Poffo has passed away.

He made his impact in CCW in-ring, as our first ever color commentator for CCW Alive, and most importantly as a teacher and a friend.

You are loved Lanny. RIP ❤️ pic.twitter.com/sHO9194L0Q

— Coastal Championship Wrestling (@CCWAliveTV) February 2, 2023

Oh no
RIP Lanny Poffo 🙏🏽😔 https://t.co/AxnJNoZDWX

— RUKUS (@MikeyRukus) February 2, 2023

Crushed to hear that “The Genius” Leaping Lanny Poffo has left us. Profoundly sad. 😔 😢 Rest In Peace

— Joel Gertner (@StudMuffinSays) February 2, 2023

Man, Lanny Poffo has died. I literally made a joke about “The Genius” on Ups and Downs today.

One of the first characters I ever remember in wrestling.

Thoughts with his friends and family.

— Simon Miller (@SimonMiller316) February 2, 2023

LANNY POFFO MY BROTHER. I LOVE YOU FOREVER. GIVE NIKOLAI RANDY AND ELIZABETH HUG FOR ME

— The Iron Sheik (@the_ironsheik) February 2, 2023

Just heard that Lanny Poffo passed away suddenly this morning. No cause was given. I’ve known Lanny/Randy/Angelo from my 1st year in the business. Great guys, great family. RIP Genius. @WSI_YouTube @SKWrestling_ @RickUcchino @TruHeelSP3

— 𝔻𝕣. 𝔻𝕦𝕥𝕔𝕙 (@DirtyDMantell) February 2, 2023

We are deeply saddened to hear that Leaping Lanny Poffo has passed away at age 68. We send our sincerest condolences to his family, friends and fans throughout the world over as the Man known as The Genius and the poet laureate of the WWE rests in peace. Thanks for the memories pic.twitter.com/nChdZP75lu

— Cauliflower Alley Club (@CACReunion) February 2, 2023

Beyond gutted to hear of the passing of Lanny Poffo. Was such a wealth of knowledge and a pleasure to talk to. Rest in Peace! #TheGenius pic.twitter.com/Y3kTFdonlN

— ⭐⭐Rodriguez 🇲🇽🇺🇸⭐⭐ (@RRWWE) February 2, 2023

RIP to my friend Lanny Poffo. Read this for a small peak in to the type of man Lanny was. 🥲https://t.co/Bcocl0EZ6O

— Frankie Kazarian (@FrankieKazarian) February 2, 2023

RIP Lanny Poffo. Godspeed my friend. pic.twitter.com/2w0enx0srC

— Frankie Kazarian (@FrankieKazarian) February 2, 2023

When we celebrated Classic Superstars 2003-2009, I couldn’t imagine how many we’d lose so soon.

Every legend was appreciative to be remembered, celebrated in figure form. Prior to CS, no alumni line.

Maybe nobody more appreciative than The Genius Lanny Poffo.❤️ Rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/AW7U0WXQag

— Jeremy Padawer (@JeremyCom) February 2, 2023

Enjoyed meeting Lanny Poffo and appreciated having him join us back in January 2020! pic.twitter.com/M3IJgDChQ4

— Chris Harrington (@mookieghana) February 2, 2023

Sad to hear of Lanny Poffo's passing. Lanny was a joy to have in the ROH locker room and at the broadcast table in 2019. He was amazed by the athleticism & charisma of today's athletes & complimentary of today's product.

We kept up via text over the years – may he rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/LoYmXkDE7x

— Ian Riccaboni (@IanRiccaboni) February 2, 2023

The National Wrestling Alliance is saddened to hear about the passing of Lanny Poffo. Our thoughts are with his friends, family and fans. pic.twitter.com/xjNEAuILBR

— NWA (@nwa) February 2, 2023

https://twitter.com/Hustler2754/status/1621230269289185282

Everyone at cafe de rene is devastated at the news that Lanny poffo has passed away, René and lannys family have been friends for years, and it's tragic hearing this ,
We send our condolences to lannys family and friends .#riplanny #ripgenius pic.twitter.com/ifT7R47V3e

— Café De René With René Duprée (@Cafederene) February 2, 2023

Just heard Lanny Poffo passed away. I got to meet him once and he watched my match. He was so sweet and I’ll never forget his reaction to my match

Rest In Power Lanny ❤️

— Sassy Stephie (@SassyStephie) February 2, 2023