 "'RIP father of all us freaks': Hollywood celebrities mourn David Bowie's demise")
London, United Kingdom: The death of music icon David Bowie drew tributes from around the world on Monday, with figures from music and showbusiness recalling his transformation of music and trailblazing, androgynous style. The news of Bowie’s demise was announced through a statement posted on the singer’s official social media accounts. He was 69. Pop genius’ son Duncan Jones later confirmed the news. Here are some of the reactions: Duncan Jones, David Bowie’s son:
Madonna:
Im Devastated! This great Artist changed my life! First concert i ever saw in Detroit! R.IP. ❤️ #rebelheart pic.twitter.com/hGfxI967Bw
— Madonna (@Madonna) January 11, 2016
Talented . Unique. Genius. Game Changer. The Man who Fell to Earth. Your Spirit Lives on Forever! 🙏🏻❤️ #rebelheart pic.twitter.com/k3k3lfL3Bv
— Madonna (@Madonna) January 11, 2016
So lucky to have met you!!!! Hot Tramp I love you So! ❤️ #rebelheart pic.twitter.com/INKPRCeofK
— Madonna (@Madonna) January 11, 2016
British Prime Minister David Cameron:
I grew up listening to and watching the pop genius David Bowie. He was a master of re-invention, who kept getting it right. A huge loss.
— David Cameron (@David_Cameron) January 11, 2016
Long-term Bowie producer Tony Visconti: “I knew for a year this was the way it would be. I wasn’t, however, prepared for it. He was an extraordinary man, full of love and life. He will always be with us. For now, it is appropriate to cry.” US musician Kanye West:
Singer and producer Pharrell Williams:
David Bowie was a true innovator, a true creative. May he rest in peace 🖖🏾 #RIPDavidBowie
— Pharrell Williams (@Pharrell) January 11, 2016
British astronaut Tim Peake:
Saddened to hear David Bowie has lost his battle with cancer – his music was an inspiration to many. @DavidBowieReal
— Tim Peake (@astro_timpeake) January 11, 2016
Actor Russell Crowe:
RIP David . I loved your music. I loved you. One of the greatest performance artists to have ever lived. #sorrow
— Russell Crowe (@russellcrowe) January 11, 2016
Comedian Ricky Gervais:
I just lost a hero. RIP David Bowie.
— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) January 11, 2016
Cher:
DEVASTATED...💔
— Cher (@cher) January 11, 2016
A LEGEND IS GONE✨🌟✨
British rocker Billy Idol:
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