Stars mourn David Bowie’s death

MANILA, Philippines  (UPDATED)– Following the announcement of David Bowie’s death, celebrities took to social media to express their condolences for one of Britain’s legendary singers.

Bruce Springsteen

 

Madonna

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

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

Iggy Pop

MESSAGE FROM IGGY: "David’s friendship was the light of my life. I never met such a brilliant person. He was the best there is. – Iggy Pop"

— Iggy Pop (@IggyPop) January 11, 2016

 

The Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones are shocked and deeply saddened to hear of the death of our dear friend David Bowie… 1/2

— The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) January 11, 2016

 

As well as being a wonderful and kind man, he was an extraordinary artist, and a true original. 2/2 #DavidBowie

— The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) January 11, 2016

 

Pharell Williams

David Bowie was a true innovator, a true creative. May he rest in peace  #RIPDavidBowie

— Pharrell Williams (@Pharrell) January 11, 2016

 

Kanye West

David Bowie was one of my most important inspirations, so fearless, so creative, he gave us magic for a lifetime.

— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) January 11, 2016

 

Ricky Gervais, who just wrapped up his hosting duties for the 2016 Golden Globes, posted this on Twitter.

I just lost a hero. RIP David Bowie.

— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) January 11, 2016

 

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

 

Mark Ruffalo

Rip Father of all us freaks. Sad sad day. Love always Legendary singer David Bowie dies at 69 https://t.co/ezRx7NVhSC # via HuffPostEnt

— Mark Ruffalo (@MarkRuffalo) January 11, 2016

 

Adam Levine

Rest in Peace, David Bowie. You’ve had such an impact on modern music & musicians across the planet. #RIPDavidBowie https://t.co/Ji8bfvvQre

— Maroon 5 (@M5NewsRoom) January 11, 2016

 

Randy Jackson

RIP to a true legend. David Bowie pic.twitter.com/hAfuRb67nv

— Randy Jackson (@YO_RANDYJACKSON) January 11, 2016

 

Lea Salonga

RIP, David Bowie. Sigh… there were reports that this was a hoax, but apparently it isn’t.

— Lea Salonga (@MsLeaSalonga) January 11, 2016

 

Adam Lambert

RIP Bowie pic.twitter.com/uyOXmM2pYq

— ADAM LAMBERT (@adamlambert) January 11, 2016

 

Nina Garcia

RIP David Bowie, my love to Iman . He was a legend in music , fashion and a true inspira… https://t.co/yEUoyvTxvI pic.twitter.com/rHdvphFeGj

— Nina Garcia (@ninagarcia) January 11, 2016

 

UK 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

 

Josh Groban

He never seemed of this earth. Now he’s left it. He bent rules, gender, genres, and our minds. RIP David Bowie. One. Of. A. Kind.

— josh groban (@joshgroban) January 11, 2016

 

Piers Morgan 

Such shocking, awful news. RIP David Bowie.

— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) January 11, 2016

 

Perez Hilton

It’s sadly true. #DavidBowie has died after a nearly 2 year battle with cancer. Details HERE https://t.co/gdBiDz4NyA pic.twitter.com/tJOe8eVOCg

— Perez Hilton (@PerezHilton) January 11, 2016

 

Victoria Justice

RIP. There will only ever be 1 David Bowie. We love you.  pic.twitter.com/P9KfRmj7yZ

— Victoria Justice (@VictoriaJustice) January 11, 2016

 

Travis Barker

Hoping this news about #DavidBowie isn’t true

— Travis Barker (@travisbarker) January 11, 2016

 

Charlie Simpson

Really sad news about David Bowie. RIP

— Charlie Simpson (@charliesimo) January 11, 2016

 

Kat Dennings

David Bowie has been my musical north star my entire life. This hurts even more for people close to me. He will NEVER be surpassed, never.

— Kat Dennings (@OfficialKat) January 11, 2016

 

On Sunday, January 10 (Monday, January 11 in Manila), David succumbed to cancer at the age of 69. His death was announced on his social media accounts. His son Duncan also confirmed the news. 

“David Bowie died peacefully today surrounded by his family after a courageous 18 month battle with cancer. While many of you will share in this loss, we ask that you respect the family’s privacy during their time of grief,” the statement read.

Known as one of Britain’s iconic artists, David rose to fame with songs such as “Fame, “Let’s Dance,” “Space Oddity,” and more. Last January 8, his 69th birthday and just a couple of days before his death, David released the album Blackstar.

David is married to supermodel Iman, with whom he has a daughter. – Rappler.com