The country music world was rocked Tuesday after news broke that legendary singer Glen Campbell had died at the age of 81.
Celebrities like Dolly Parton reacted on Twitter to the news calling the singer — best known for his hit “Rhinestone Cowboy”– one of the “greatest voices of all time.” Singer Blake Shelton posted a message on social media saying he was “Extremely sad to hear” the news of the singer’s death. (RELATED: Country Legend Glen Campbell Dead At Age 81)
“Glen Campbell was one of the greatest voices of all time. I will always love you, Glen,” Parton shared in a video message on Twitter.
Glen Campbell was one of the greatest voices of all time. I will always love you, Glen! pic.twitter.com/LQFEWA42lF
— Dolly Parton (@DollyParton) August 8, 2017
“Extremely sad to hear that Glen Campbell has passed away. My prayers and thoughts go out to him and his family,” Shelton tweeted.
Extremely sad to hear that Glen Campbell has passed away. My prayers and thoughts go out to him and his family.
— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) August 8, 2017
Thank you @GlenCampbell for the artistry, grace & class you brought to country music. You were a shining light in so many ways.
— Brad Paisley (@BradPaisley) August 8, 2017
RIP Glen Campbell – a great singer and musician who wrote and chose to cover great songs.@GlenCampbell https://t.co/iZzAU5UWD7
— Carole King (@Carole_King) August 8, 2017
Miss you already #GlenCampbell pic.twitter.com/CvS8dWW1Wk
— Miley Ray Cyrus (@MileyCyrus) August 8, 2017
I’m very broken up to hear about my friend Glen Campbell. An incredible musician and an even better person. I’m at a loss. Love & Mercy.
— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) August 8, 2017
Thank you Glen Campbell for sharing your talent with us for so many years
May you rest in peace my friend
You will never be forgotten— Charlie Daniels (@CharlieDaniels) August 8, 2017
I owe @GlenCampbell my gratitude-he was my first contact in Nashville. This lead me down the path that brought me to where I am today. #RIP
— Alan Jackson (@OfficialJackson) August 8, 2017
Songs, songs, songs… Man, in a world of good stuff, his was great, in a world of great stuff, his was special! @GlenCampbell pic.twitter.com/9qexor9jX0
— Tim McGraw (@TheTimMcGraw) August 8, 2017
RIP, Glen. You were my first employer as a writer. We were all in awe of your musicality. https://t.co/WjvYWGNGl7
— Steve Martin (@SteveMartinToGo) August 8, 2017
I lost a great friend today and the world lost a great talent. Rest In Peace, Glen Campbell.
— Tony Orlando (@TonyOrlando) August 8, 2017
RIP 1 of my favorite singers Glen Campbell. Glen singing the songs of Jimmy Webb is songwriting+singing masterclass
— Diane Warren (@Diane_Warren) August 8, 2017
RIP Glen Campbell…Our Thoughts & Prayers To His Family, Friends & Fans… pic.twitter.com/lw1HP59bd7
— David Coverdale (@davidcoverdale) August 8, 2017
So sad that Glen Campbell has passed such a legend. #ripglencampbell #rhinestonecowboy pic.twitter.com/EDC9LdKhAu
— kevin jonas (@kevinjonas) August 8, 2017
This story has been updated to correct the spelling of Campbell’s name in the headline.