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In the wake of the tragic news that David Bowie has died, friends, fans and the countless people he influenced have spoken out in tribute as he world of music honours one of rock's all time greats.
The news broke this morning, when Bowie's family revealed that the 'Heros' icon had lost his battle with cancer - just days after he released his incredible new album Blackstar, and celebrated his 69th birthday.
He released an incredible 25 solo albums over his career - but his influence of music, film, fashion, dance, culture and much more will forever be unmeasured.
- MORE: Why David Bowie will always be with us
Naturally now, the tributes from the world of music and beyond are flooding in:
MESSAGE FROM IGGY:"David’s friendship was the light of my life. I never met such a brilliant person. He was the best...
Posted by Iggy Pop on Monday, 11 January 2016
My heart is with you Bowie
Posted by Debbie Harry on Monday, 11 January 2016
News guy wept and told us earth was really dyingCried so much his face was wetthen I knew he was not lyingThank you for being a true artist to the end. We will miss you dearly. RIP.
Posted by Savages on Sunday, 10 January 2016
Absolutely devastating news. I feel so lucky to have considered you a friend. R.I.P. Thank you for everything.
Posted by Sean Lennon on Sunday, 10 January 2016
Rest in peace, David.
Posted by Foo Fighters on Monday, 11 January 2016
David Bowie was one of my most important inspirations, so fearless, so creative, he gave us magic for a lifetime.
— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) January 11, 2016
Words cannot express: RIP David Bowie https://t.co/g40zLWl3qq pic.twitter.com/R94E6LMw9C
— Brian Eno (@dark_shark) January 11, 2016
RIP David Bowie. I will miss you.
— Huey Morgan (@OfficialHuey) January 11, 2016
There will never be another that comes close. It's too much . Just can't take it in. Black day! #DavidBowie
— Marc Almond (@MarcAlmond) January 11, 2016
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c14qMbmP9eg
Posted by Placebo on Monday, 11 January 2016
A True Legend. David Bowie. RIP
— Gary Numan (@numanofficial) January 11, 2016
My heart is absolutely broken the sky has fallen so much love to David's family and fans we love you David 🌹🌹🌹 pic.twitter.com/6Qt0W3OXsI
— THE CULT (@officialcult) January 11, 2016
I just lost a hero. RIP David Bowie.
— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) January 11, 2016
David Bowie was a true innovator, a true creative. May he rest in peace 🖖🏾 #RIPDavidBowie
— Pharrell Williams (@Pharrell) January 11, 2016
Heartbroken. RIP David Bowie.
— KasabianHQ (@KasabianHQ) January 11, 2016
NO.
— St. Vincent (@st_vincent) January 11, 2016
Bye david, and thanks! https://t.co/cQ2v2MfHR2
— graham coxon (@grahamcoxon) January 11, 2016
What a great loss... I was fortunate to work with a genius on "Cat People." #DavidBowie 💔 pic.twitter.com/uWCTrJSs69
— Giorgio Moroder (@giorgiomoroder) January 11, 2016
Thank You for everything David 💔
— Yannis Philippakis (@YnnsPhilippakis) January 11, 2016
RIP David Bowie. A true InspIration pic.twitter.com/My0BrfSqgS
— PIXIES (@PIXIES) January 11, 2016
Born David Robert Jones on 10 January 1947, he leaves behind his wife Iman, and two children Duncan Jones, and Alexandria Zahra Jones, born in 2000.
