Celebs Tweet Dick Clark Condolences
Celebrities became fans when in the presence of Dick Clark, who passed away Wednesday at the age of 82 after succumbing to a massive heart attack. The American Bandstand and New Years Rockin' Eve host boosted many artists to super-stardom. It is with a heavy heart that singers, actors, and journalists bid farewell to this television legend.
Moments after news broke, celebrities began reacting to the headline on Twitter. Below are some stars' commentary:
Ryan Seacrest: My thoughts and prayers are with his family. I am deeply saddened by the loss of my dear friend Dick Clark. He has truly been one of the greatest influences in my life.
Kristin Chenoweth: RIP DICK CLARK
Andy Cohen: RIP Dick Clark! The broadcasting legend will remain a teenager in our memory forever. #Bandstand
Russell Simmons: Dick Clark was eternally young. No matter what culturally phenomenon was happening, he always embraced it. RIP...
Shawn King: So sorry to hear about the passing of Dick Clark...A true legend. May his family find comfort, and may he rest in peace..
Jenny McCarthy: RIP dick Clark. You were amazing to work with. U will be missed. Xxxoo
Josh Groban: RIP Dick Clark
Denise Richards: My heart goes out to Dick Clark's family and loved ones.... we lost a legend.. #RIPDickClark
Jay DeMarcus: Dick Clark. What is there to say... You've done it all, rest in peace....
Snoop Dogg: REST IN PEACE to the DICK CLARK!! U were pioneer n a good man!! Thank u sir
Al Roker: Dick Clark -- famed TV producer, and "New Year's Rockin' Eve" host -- died from a massive heart attack this morning ... TMZ has learned. First Don Cornelius, now Dick Clark. Two true broadcasting pioneers and giants, both gone. I got to meet him many times. One that always sticks out: I was meeting w/Dick in his office as the OJ verdict was announced. It was surreal
Jill Zarin: I'm so sad to hear of the passing of Dick Clark. I loved American Bandstand and we will all miss him on New Years Eve RIP
Joan Rivers: Very sad to hear about Dick Clark. What a great life. What a great career. Relevant until the end. He will be missed! Marlee Matlin: So sorry about passing of Dick Clark. A man with the gift of discovering talented musicians he also was a consummate producer/lovely man RIP
Natalie Morales: So sad, just heard news #DickClark died. His legacy spans so many generations. What a loss.
Chris Wragge: RIP to the great Dick Clark. Dead today of a heart attack. #America'sOldestTeenager. #AB "Music is the soundtrack of our lives". -DC #AmericanBandstand
Gabrielle Union: NOOO! #RIPDickClark RT @cnnbrk: Longtime "American Bandstand" host #Dick_Clark has died, his publicist says http://on.cnn.com/Je5xYy
Dr. Paul Nassif: Farewell to a legend. #RIPDickClark
Bill Carter: Beyond his famed role as host of Bandstand and NY Eve, Dick Clark was among most prolific TV producers ever: check his imdb list
Julie Chen: Very saddened.He'll always be America's oldest teenage in all of our hearts. Condolences to his wife& fam RT @Flobee47 on losing #DickClark
Chris Jacobs: #RIP Dick Clark... The passing of a legend
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