WWE in shock over devastating double tragedy

The world of WWE has been rocked by the death of two beloved stars in just three days.

WWE Hall of Famer Pedro Morales died on Wednesday, after Salvatore Bellamo also passed away on Monday.

Morales was 76, while Bellamo was 67.

Morlas had been battling Parkinson’s Disease, while Bellamo succumbed to cancer.

On Wednesday, a statement on WWE.com read: “A native of Culebra Island, Puerto Rico, Morales moved to New York in his youth and debuted in the ring in 1959 at age 17.

“After establishing his reputation as a fiery competitor in WWE on the east coast, Morales traveled west to territories in Texas and California, where he competed for much of the 1960s. In California, he battled The Destroyer in a famous rivalry, and formed a popular tag team with Pepper Gomez.

“Morales returned to WWE in 1970, and in less than a year, he captured the WWE Championship from Ivan Koloff inside Madison Square Garden.

“During his nearly three years on top, Morales developed a passionate following in the northeast, particularly among New York City’s growing Hispanic population.

“Morales hung up his boots in 1987 but continued on as an ambassador for sports-entertainment.

“He later became a commentator for both WCW and WWE’s Spanish announce teams, and in 1995, he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.

“WWE extends its condolences to Morales’ family, friends and fans.”

Morales was the first and only Puerto Rican WWE world champion, and still holds the record for most days as WWE Intercontinental Champion.

Fans and fellow wrestlers paid tribute to both men on social media, with many in shock at losing two stars in a week.