Famous figures around the world react to the news that Prince has died

Shock and sadness. People around the world have taken to social media to express their emotions after hearing that iconic musician Prince has died. The 57-year-old multi-talented singer and songwriter had a string of hits including Raspberry Beret, When the Doves Cry and Purple Rain. His career spanned three decades but his legacy will live on forever. These tweets show just how much Prince will be missed:

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— Rita Ora (@RitaOra) April 21, 2016

Today is the worst day ever. Prince R.I.P I am crying! — Boy George (@BoyGeorge) April 21, 2016

Words fail with a loss of this magnitude. Prince was a rare genius, & despite news reports will absolutely live forever. Thanks for the joy

— Hozier (@Hozier) April 21, 2016

Can't believe Prince is gone only at 57 .. One of the greatest . One of a kind . Hard to believe it really ? — Gavin James (@gavinjames) April 21, 2016

Numb. Stunned. This can't be real.

— Justin Timberlake (@jtimberlake) April 21, 2016

#RIP our dearly beloved #Prince. Tears and love on our tour bus. @CHICorg @nilerodgers I'll never forget my brother. We've had #good times — Nile Rodgers (@nilerodgers) April 21, 2016

Prince was the greatest live performer I ever saw. A musical genius ablaze with astounding, sexually charged energy. Loved him. RIP

— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) April 21, 2016

Prince was brilliant and larger than life. What a sad day. — Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) April 21, 2016