Celebrities React To Michael Jackson's Death

Following the news of his death, numerous celebrities have sent their condolences to Michael Jackson's family via Twitter and other outlets.

Quincy Jones

"I am absolutely devastated at this tragic and unexpected news," said Quincy Jones, a longtime friend of Jackson's and producer of his “Thriller” album. “For Michael to be taken away from us so suddenly at such a young age, I just don't have the words. ... I've lost my little brother today, and part of my soul has gone with him."

Kelly Rowland

"Michael you left such a legacy on this earth, have touched SO MANY!!! We thank you for such a driving inspiration in music & our lives!! This has got to be one of the saddest days in music history!! Michael Rest In Peace! WE miss you!"

Ashton Kutcher

"Rip Sending love and light to family and friend but especially his kids."

Kim Kardashian

"Wow I am truly in shock that Michael Jackson has passed away! I love u Jackson family, my prayers are with the whole family!"

Shanna Moakler

"The hard thing about getting older is watching all those who inspired you pass, love to the Jackson family."

Pete Wenz

'Prayers and thoughts with michael jackson ... I haven't hope in so long that news isn't true."

Marlon Wayans

"My prayers, my love, my heart goes out to michael jackson and the entire jackson family. I pray so hard for them. I'm crushed! Please pray."

Lindsay Lohan

"NO OMG ... sending my love and prayers out to Michael and his family ... i feel sick.."

MC Hammer

"I have no words.. I loved Michael Jackson.. RIP.."

John Mayer

"I think we'll mourn his loss as well as the loss of ourselves as children listening to Thriller on the record player. Dazed in the studio. A major strand of our cultural DNA has left us. RIP MJ."

Sara Bareilles

"I'm sad that Michael Jackson died. And Farrah. What a weird day. I'm going to eat cheese and watch CNN. Sniff."

Star Jones

"Death comes to all. But great achievements build a monument." He IS and WAS the greatest entertainer of all times...Peace to you brother."

Ashlee Simpson-Wentz

"Tmz please be wrong. Everyone have hope."

Ludacris

"If it were not for Micheal Jackson I would not be where or who I am today. His Music and Legacy will live on forever. Prayers to the fam R.I.P."

Demi Moore

"I am greatly saddened for the loss of both Farrah Fawcett and Michael Jackson. Especially for their children!"

Miley Cyrus

"Michael Jackson was my inspiration. love and blessings"