BREAKING NEWS: WWE Superstar Chyna Has Died, Aged 45

WWE superstar Chyna - real name Joanie Laurer - has died, aged 45.

According to reports, the former professional wrestler was found dead at her home in Redondo Beach on Wednesday afternoon.

A statement was posted to Chyna's official Twitter account confirming the tragic news this morning.

"It is with deep sadness to inform you today that we lost a true icon, a real life superhero.

"She will live forever in the memories of her millions of fans and all of us that loved her," the post read.

Awful news. RIP, Chyna.

Words by Sian Broderick

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