The mixed martial arts world lost one of its most iconic fighters when Kimbo Slice died Monday at the age of 42.
His loss obviously resonated throughout the MMA community. Here's a sampling of the reaction to Slice's death:
RIP Kimbo pic.twitter.com/Q4kZ4xhff8
— Dana White (@danawhite) June 7, 2016
We battled inside the cage, warrior vs warrior. Outside the cage, we have loved ones. REST IN PEACE KIMBO SLICE. May God Watch Over You.
— KEN SHAMROCK (@ShamrockKen) June 7, 2016
Prince, Ali, Kimbo, Jordan Parsons RIP
— Anthony Johnson (@Anthony_Rumble) June 7, 2016
Like I said before make sure you tell everybody that's important to you that you love them everyday!
Be blessed on your new journey Kimbo. You inspired so many! With our short time in life,inspiration is King. My condolences to the Slice fam
— Rashad Evans (@SugaRashadEvans) June 7, 2016
Sad to hear about the passing of Kimbo Slice. Condolences to his family. #RIP
— Frankie Edgar (@FrankieEdgar) June 7, 2016
There were also an outpouring of sympathy from elsewhere in the sports world:
Im at a loss for words... Rest In Heaven @KimboSlice pic.twitter.com/dFL7m8X0ck
— SHAQ (@SHAQ) June 7, 2016
#RIPKimboSlice - Im glad I got to know you my friend. You were a badass SOB and extremely kind at the same time. U will be missed. #itstrue
— Kurt Angle (@RealKurtAngle) June 7, 2016
RIP Kimbo my brother,we will miss you in the 305,only love4U. HH
— Hulk Hogan (@HulkHogan) June 7, 2016
Don't tell me Unc gone !!!!! pic.twitter.com/CwiuyEwY3P
— Antonio Brown (@AntonioBrown84) June 7, 2016
Kimbo Slice. Smh. I Use To Sneak To Watch Your Videos In High School. Rest Easy. #TooYoungTooSoon
— Eric Ebron (@Ebron85) June 7, 2016