It has now been confirmed that wrestling legend Dusty Rhodes was hospitalized in the hours before his death. The 69 year old suffered a fall in his home in Orlando and an ambulance was called at around 6am Wednesday morning. The WWE Hall of Famer later passed away due to various complications including kidney failure.

The wrestling world has taken to social media to mourn one of the true greats!

My mentor @WWEDustyRhodes. Much love to your family and more respect than can ever be measured. Love you Dream. pic.twitter.com/bXgqs3qqca

— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) June 11, 2015

RIP #DUSTYRHODES. #heartbroken

— Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) June 11, 2015

One of my all time heroes and one the all time greats has passed away. American Dream #DustyRhodes I will never forget you. #Legend

— Steve Austin (@steveaustinBSR) June 11, 2015

Dusty was many things to many people. My favorite was his role as "Pops" in my daughter's life! Please pray for Dakota, Dust and the family!

— Terri Runnels (@theterrirunnels) June 11, 2015

A sad day for WWE. One of the most innovative, charismatic Superstars of all time, Dusty Rhodes, passed away. We loved him. #ThankYouDream

— Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) June 11, 2015

Dusty Rhodes "The American Dream" Coach,Mentor,Charismatic Icon Thank you for the incredible memories Thoughts and prayers for his family

— Lex Luger (@GenuineLexLuger) June 11, 2015

We lost as great a man that has stepped thur the ropes. Thanks for your friendship. RIP Dream pic.twitter.com/TnC93fcMd3

— Kevin Nash (@RealKevinNash) June 11, 2015

My heart goes out to @StardustWWE @Goldust, and all those who loved Dusty Rhodes. I wish I had one more chance to hug him and thank him.

— Mick Foley (@realmickfoley) June 11, 2015

#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

Words can't express the sadness and grief I'm feeling now. The loss of a lifelong friend. This photo was last thur pic.twitter.com/4iK8EN6wG3

— Gbrisco (@Fgbrisco) June 11, 2015