Celebrities and media figures are taking to Twitter to mourn the loss of legendary TV producer and host Dick Clark, who died of a heart attack on Wednesday at 82.
President Barack Obama released a statement, saying he and wife Michelle were “saddened to hear about the passing of Dick Clark.”
“With ‘American Bandstand,’ he introduced decades’ worth of viewers to the music of our times. He reshaped the television landscape forever as a creative and innovative producer. And, of course, for 40 years, we welcomed him into our homes to ring in the New Year,” he continued.
President Obama concluded, “But more important than his groundbreaking achievements was the way he made us feel – as young and vibrant and optimistic as he was. As we say a final ‘so long’ to Dick Clark, America’s oldest teenager, our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends – which number far more than he knew.”
Here are some of the thoughts other stars are sharing about the man and his legacy:
Ryan Seacrest: “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. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.”
Snoop Dogg: “REST IN PEACE to the DICK CLARK!! U were pioneer n a good man!! Thank u sir.”
Denise Richards: “My heart goes out to Dick Clark’s family and loved ones…. we lost a legend.”
Neil Patrick Harris: “For ever, Dick Clark… So long.”
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!”
Russell Simmons: “Dick Clark was eternally young. No matter what culturally phenomenon was happening, he always embraced it. RIP.”
Dane Cook: “Rest in peace Mr. Dick Clark. Thank you for new years and new years of class, positivity & entertainment.”
Billy Ray Cyrus: “R. I. P. Dick Clark. Thoughts and prayers with the Clark Family.”
Melissa Joan Hart: “Rest in Peace Dick Clark!! Thanks for entertaining my family for decades! New Years won’t be the same ever again!”
Jared Followill: “R.I.P. Dick Clark? Say it ain’t so…”
William Shatner: “My condolences go out to the family of Dick Clark. My best, Bill.”
Tom Arnold: “#RIPDickClark. He was always nice to me. Even after I screwed up @TheGoldenGlobes.”
Sophia Bush: “RIP Dick Clark. What a legend.”
Rob Thomas: “The end of an era. R.I.P. Dick Clark.”
Jenny McCarthy: “RIP dick Clark. You were amazing to work with. U will be missed. Xxxoo.”
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.”
Brooke Burke: “So sad to hear the tragic news. My thoughts & prayers go out to all who loved him.”
Mario Lopez: “It was truly an honor to have worked with him, learn from him and to be able to call him a friend. He was a great man and an even better friend.”
Matthew Morrison: “A sad day as we have lost Dick Clark, an American Icon. You will be missed.”
Holly Robinson Peete: “#RIP Dick Clark. Always so nice Employed me many times. I will miss you Dick. Prayers to Kari and the family #Legend”
Seth Green: “So saddened by Dick Clark’s passing- an innovator, a legend, a man who believed in the greatness of humans. #ThankYou”
Billy Crystal: “DC gave us RocknRoll on tv made dancing cool,great producer,and host.New yrs eve Will never be the same.RIP Dick..”
Bethenny Frankel: “Dick Clark’s top 40 countdown was a part of my history. My head & heart are filled with memories. New year’s will never be the same.”
Tom Bergeron: “Fav Dick Clark memory: Merv Griffin, Dick and I measured our heads on live TV (FOX AB) to prove (and we did) that TV Hosts have big noggins!”
Katie Couric: “Dick Clark was such an institution and inspiration. Not ashamed to say I loved American bandstand when I was a kid!”
Carson Daly: “I will always cherish the personal time we had together. I am indebted to Dick Clark and his legacy. My heart goes out to his family. ”
Larry King: “Dick Clark was a great friend, true legend, & a master journalist. Nobody did what he did better. It was a pleasure to be in his company.”
Goldie Hawn: “We will miss Dick Clarke. May he rest well in heaven.”
Rob Lowe: “Had the pleasure to work with Dick Clark when I was 15. He was charming and kind; a true American icon that will live forever.”
Janet Jackson: “”Dick Clark changed the face of musical television. He was wonderful to many artists including our family. We will miss him. God bless.”
L.A. Reid: “Dick Clark’s profound contributions to music, television and popular culture will reverberate throughout time. R.I.P. Mr. American Bandstand.”
Jonas Brothers: “You’ll continue to be an inspiration to us all Dick Clark. Thanks for the amazing rockin years you were with us. You’ll truly be missed.”
Fergie: “Dick Clark will be truly missed. We will carry on his legacy every New Year’s Eve.”
Lisa Ling: “Rest in peace dear Dick Clark. A legend in entertainment and a truly lovely man. What an honor to have known you.”
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