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Chris Benoit has killed his wife and his child according to police. The WWE wrestler strangled his wife Nancy and smothered his son Daniel over the weekend in an unspeakable crime and then took his own life. As the facts emere, the WWE is realizing that a tribute was likely a poor idea and they have taken down all tribute pieces.

Chris Benoit Tribute Pulled From WWE After Brutal Double Murder

They still have an entry, "The Tragedy Unfolds" under news. All of the video tributes have been removed as well as other tribute mentions. Even Carl Demarco's tribute piece has been removed, reports 411 Mania.Com.

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This is what is left on the website at this hour: World Wrestling Entertainment was informed today by authorities in Fayette County, Ga., that WWE Superstar Chris Benoit, his wife, Nancy, and his son were found dead in their home. Authorities are investigating, but no other details are available at this time.

Chris was beloved among his fellow Superstars, and was a favorite among WWE fans for his unbelievable athleticism and wrestling ability. He always took great pride in his performance, and always showed respect for the business he loved, for his peers and towards his fans. This is a terrible tragedy and an unbearable loss.

WWE extends its sincere condolences and prayers to the surviving members of the Benoit family and their loved ones in this time of tragedy.

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PW Insider also notes that WWE Shopzone has pulled all merchandise related to Chris Benoit. Searches for Benoit's name in the website's search engine are returned with the message, "discontinued." WWE is even going as far as removing mentions of Benoit in DVD listings.

For example, the WrestleMania XX DVD description now reads, "Triple H defends his World Heavyweight Championship against Shawn Michaels."