“The world has lost a creative icon” said President Obama on the death of legendary musician Prince. “Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly.”
Here are some of the social media tributes to the legendary entertainer who died Thursday, April 21 at age 57:
“Today, the world lost a creative icon.” —@POTUS on the passing of @Prince: https://t.co/MTb3nKxruR pic.twitter.com/gowq1MExM3
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) April 21, 2016
“Nobody’s spirit was stronger, bolder, or more creative.” —The President and First Lady on the passing of @Prince. pic.twitter.com/4XnpGBrxMV
— The First Lady (@FLOTUS) April 21, 2016
RIP #Prince, whose music and persona pushed boundaries and inspired millions of fans like me.
— Julián Castro (@SecretaryCastro) April 21, 2016
A purple nebula, in honor of Prince, who passed away today. https://t.co/7buFWWExMw pic.twitter.com/ONQDwSQwVa
— NASA (@NASA) April 21, 2016
He Changed The World!! A True Visionary. What a loss. I’m Devastated. This is Not A Love Song. pic.twitter.com/x4JaSxRraC
— Madonna (@Madonna) April 21, 2016
“He’s somewhere within every song I’ve ever written.” -Justin Timberlake
Prince, NOTHING COMPARES… #RIPPrince… https://t.co/KAserIRfgD pic.twitter.com/6qyF7VqNtV
— Justin Timberlake (@jtimberlake) April 21, 2016
To a legend that will forever live on, God bless. We will celebrate
your life tonight. @prince pic.twitter.com/z6rbVfTCqi— Pitbull (@pitbull) April 21, 2016
Just came back from Cuba & received horrible news. Such an iconic legend. Will forever cherish u & what u gave this earth sir. Love u Prince
— Usher Raymond IV (@Usher) April 21, 2016
I am so saddened to hear of Prince’s passing. Prince was a revolutionary artist, a wonderful musician and composer. 1/3
— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) April 21, 2016
Prince was an original lyricist and a startling guitar player. His talent was limitless. 2/3
— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) April 21, 2016
Prince was one of the most unique and exciting artists of the last 30 years. 3/3
— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) April 21, 2016
The @Twins honored Prince the best way they could – by turning Target Field purple: https://t.co/13x5vF4afT pic.twitter.com/FYoyfLvHX1
— Cut4 (@Cut4) April 21, 2016
Where are all the angels going? #Prince pic.twitter.com/IsZ8M6HxzX
— Wesley Snipes (@wesleysnipes) April 21, 2016
“Love is God. God is love. Girls and boys love God above…”
-Prince— LeVar Burton (@levarburton) April 21, 2016
Remembering Prince.
Andy Warhol, “Prince,” ca. 1984, ©AWF pic.twitter.com/FRekU7zp2T
— Andy Warhol Museum (@TheWarholMuseum) April 21, 2016
Dear brother PRINCE…no words for this deep sadness. Loved you deeply & the precious memories shall forever enrich my soul and empower me.
— Cornel West (@CornelWest) April 21, 2016
Prince, man.
RIP, genius.
— Leslie Odom, Jr. (@leslieodomjr) April 21, 2016
?about Prince, one of the greatest artists has left us today. I’ll miss my friend, his advice&great humor.Thank you for your magical music.
— Cyndi Lauper (@cyndilauper) April 21, 2016
Thanks Prince. You were larger than life, funky as hell, & brought us to that sweet spot where rock meets soul. A real talent & inspiration!
— Darren Criss (@DarrenCriss) April 21, 2016
Wathcing @prince live @tdgarden 2004, a pal asked me “do you miss performing live after 12 years?”
I said “I didn’t, ’til now”. #RIPPrince
— Donnie Wahlberg (@DonnieWahlberg) April 21, 2016
Terribly saddened by the devastating news… He truly is a legend and a hero of mine. RIP #prince
— Celine Dion (@celinedion) April 21, 2016
So young. So Brilliant. RIP #Prince
— Billy Dee Williams (@realbdw) April 21, 2016
Here’s to one of the strongest spirits the world has ever known ? We will miss you forever, Prince. pic.twitter.com/vEGAd0HLxS
— Britney Spears (@britneyspears) April 21, 2016
Thank you Prince, for your fearless love & endless talent. Thank you for sharing your art & magic. Love you always? pic.twitter.com/SyZvHpx5G8
— Seth Green (@SethGreen) April 21, 2016
Still mind blown about Prince passing away today. I swear life is to short…. #RIPPrince #Legend
— Kevin Hart (@KevinHart4real) April 21, 2016
Prince Street Subway Station in NYC right now: https://t.co/CUx4jtKMWU #Prince pic.twitter.com/IFApyeHPQu
— Brian Ries (@moneyries) April 21, 2016
Can’t believe Prince is gone.
What a terrible year. So many, so young.— Billy Crystal (@BillyCrystal) April 21, 2016
#RIP beautiful Prince. I don’t want to believe it.
— Julianne Moore (@_juliannemoore) April 21, 2016
Just landed in LA and heard about the death of #Prince.My kids grew up with his music.Our family mourns the loss of this genius of our times
— Deepak Chopra (@DeepakChopra) April 21, 2016
“Sometimes it snows in April…” I lost one of my musical idols today. #Prince
— Molly Ringwald (@MollyRingwald) April 21, 2016
I’m not kidding, I taught my son ‘Arms Of Orion’ on the piano yesterday… Talk about a man who ACTUALLY empowered women #Prince
— Minnie Driver (@driverminnie) April 21, 2016
Took long, sad drive w/ #Prince tribute on radio. Minnesotans speaking w/deep affection about his dignified, gentle side. A shy giant.
— Chris Fowler (@cbfowler) April 21, 2016
From Frog to #Prince: We will always love your music and you. Our hearts are yours. Thanks for being a friend. pic.twitter.com/vYtGyNpHlQ
— Kermit the Frog (@KermitTheFrog) April 21, 2016
Good night, sweet Prince. He really was, too. Sweet, kind, unbelievably talented, a joy to watch and to hear. I can’t believe it.
— Bette Midler (@BetteMidler) April 21, 2016
Outside the Ritzy in Brixton. Rip #Prince. pic.twitter.com/xSXBYKJhwv
— Radio X (@RadioX) April 21, 2016
an artist who showed true creative freedom and challenged all barriers. rip, beautiful. https://t.co/ewwoACle5Y
— Ariana Grande (@ArianaGrande) April 21, 2016
Prince- Thank you. You showed us
all how to do it.— Joe Walsh (@JoeWalsh) April 21, 2016
Purple sunset. #RIPPrince pic.twitter.com/TmYF9eeFBD
— Jim Heath (@JimHeathTV) April 22, 2016
“Can you make it rain harder?” -Prince to NFL officials before his Super Bowl appearance
One of the greatest Super Bowl Halftime performances of all-time. #RIPPrincehttps://t.co/B6aHzYUCoG
— NFL (@NFL) April 21, 2016
I-35W bridge in Minneapolis lit in purple to honor Prince.
Cover story – The New Yorker – Purple Rain.