David Bowie Passes Away: Celebs Pay Tribute To The British Icon

Kanye, Pharrell and more hail Bowie as an inspiration to their own work.

Monday, January 11, 2016 - 11:21

Celebs across the globe have been expressing their love for David Bowie today, after the news was announced that he has passed away from cancer.

From hailing him as an inspiration to reminiscing over just a few of his legendary moments, it's safe to say the world is in mourning.

Those over the pond were quick to express their gratitude:

https://twitter.com/kanyewest/status/686449257767776256

David Bowie was a true innovator, a true creative. May he rest in peace 🖖🏾 #RIPDavidBowie
— Pharrell Williams (@Pharrell) January 11, 2016

rest in peace David Bowie .
— The Weeknd (@theweeknd) January 11, 2016

the entire world lost one of its greats today. David Bowie will live on forever. Rest In Peace. XX
— Imagine Dragons (@Imaginedragons) January 11, 2016

The One Direction boys couldn't believe the news:

RIP David Bowie. A music Legend !
— Louis Tomlinson (@Louis_Tomlinson) January 11, 2016

Very sad to wake up to the news of David Bowie's passing . He is a true music legend and his legacy will live on forever ..
— Niall Horan (@NiallOfficial) January 11, 2016

RIP. David Bowie. An icon. https://t.co/YI7NSxLitg
— Harry Styles. (@Harry_Styles) January 11, 2016

And those in the UK were simply in shock:

Unbelievable that David Bowie has died. What an amazing man.
— BASTILLE (@bastilledan) January 11, 2016

David Bowie was a huge influence on me throughout my life. The original star-man returned to the stars...
— florence welch (@florencemachine) January 11, 2016