Celebrities React To The Death Of Queen Of Soul, Aretha Franklin

Salute to the Queen. The greatest vocalist I've ever known. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 #Aretha

— John Legend (@johnlegend) August 16, 2018

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— Mark Anthony Neal (@NewBlackMan) August 16, 2018

Aretha.

— shonda rhimes (@shondarhimes) August 16, 2018

RIP Aretha Franklin

— Gucci Mane (@gucci1017) August 16, 2018

All of us. ALL of us stood on your shoulders. You were the Genesis of it all. The Genesis of the word, “Soul”...
Goodbye, Aretha.
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— 9th Wonder (@9thwonder) August 16, 2018

Rest in power, Aretha. You were not only the Queen of Soul, but a warrior, a survivor, an icon, and a protector. You are Detroit’s heartbeat. Rest well, Queen.

— Jemele Hill (@jemelehill) August 16, 2018

Feeling overwhelmingly sad. Thank you Aretha Franklin for the gift of your voice and your soul. Rest in peace.

— Lester Holt (@LesterHoltNBC) August 16, 2018

God bless you, Aretha.

— David Aldridge (@daldridgetnt) August 16, 2018

Queen watching you in this moment celebrate your birthday I thanked God for blessing me with the gift of Aretha. You taught me the meaning of “Young, Gifted and Black” and you taught all people RESPECT. My heart hurts but the faith we often discussed is comfort as tears flow. pic.twitter.com/ybJZlrt0Sc

— Tamron Hall (@tamronhall) August 16, 2018

The moment I wake up, before I put on my make up, I say a little prayer for you

— Chance The Rapper (@chancetherapper) August 16, 2018

“Looking out on the morning rain
I used to feel so uninspired
And when I knew
I had to face another day
Lord, it made me feel so tired
Before the day I met you
Life was so unkind
But you’re the key to
My peace of mind.”
Her voice/swagger was peerless.
Thank you, #ArethaFranklin pic.twitter.com/5gp0OP10Jf

— Ava DuVernay (@ava) August 16, 2018

Mourning the loss today of @ArethaFranklin who shared her spirit and talent with the world. She deserves not only our RESPECT but also our lasting gratitude for opening our eyes, ears and hearts. Rest in eternal peace, my friend.

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) August 16, 2018

I’m sitting in prayer for the wonderful golden spirit Aretha Franklin.

— Ms. Ross (@DianaRoss) August 16, 2018

What a life. What a legacy!
So much love, respect and gratitude.
R.I.P. @ArethaFranklin https://t.co/400K1U5IHI

— Carole King (@Carole_King) August 16, 2018

I’m absolutely devastated by Aretha’s passing. She was truly one of a kind. She was more than the Queen of Soul. She was a national treasure to be cherished by every generation throughout the world. (1/2)

— Clive Davis (@CliveDavis) August 16, 2018

Apart from our long professional relationship, Aretha was my friend. Her loss is deeply profound and my heart is full of sadness. (2/2)

— Clive Davis (@CliveDavis) August 16, 2018

Just as they welcomed #ArethaFranklin to their hearts during their lifetime, both my father and mother have welcomed the #QueenOfSoul to their heavenly home. #RIPQueen pic.twitter.com/sYNZGYvcpR

— Be A King (@BerniceKing) August 16, 2018

Queen... My Queen. pic.twitter.com/6olvvLPISd

— Anita Baker (@IAMANITABAKER) August 16, 2018

I......LOVE.......YOU! Rest well, Queen!! 💔 pic.twitter.com/UMuIMzVTkr

— Viola Davis (@violadavis) August 16, 2018

It is with a heavy heart that I…… that we must say goodbye to our Queen. It was a true honor to call Aretha my friend. I will always cherish my memories with her.

— Billy Dee Williams (@realbdw) August 16, 2018

One of the greatest voices of all time has been silenced. My dear friend Aretha Franklin has passed. Even though her music will live on forever, the sound, the voice, and the inspiration of the Queen of Soul can never be matched. Farewell, Aretha.

— Maxine Waters (@RepMaxineWaters) August 16, 2018