Chyna Found Dead

The legendary wrestler is found dead aged 45 at her L.A. home due to a possible drug overdose.

Chyna, whose real name is Joanie Laurer has passed away due to a suspected drug overdose. The legendary wrestler was found lifeless in her Redondo Beach apartment after never having heard from anybody for a few days.

WWE legend Chyna found dead in her home

The Los Angeles police are investigating the scene as a possible drug overdose as empty prescription bottles are found in the apartment.

A statement posted to Chyna’s official Twitter account confirms her death, "It is with deep sadness to inform you today that we lost a true icon, a real life superhero."

Chyna was a game changer during her stint with the World Wrestling Entertainment. She was one of the original members of D-Generation X, a professional wrestling tag team. Chyna was also the first woman to enter the Royal Rumble.

She posed for Playboy, starred in reality television and got into the porn industry. Chyna struggled with addiction for years and has even appeared on Celebrity Rehab.

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