Celebrities React to the Death of Leonard Cohen

Actors, musicians, and more, react to the death of the acclaimed singer-songwriter.

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Legendary singer-songwriter, Leonard Cohen, passed away last night at the age of 82. The Canadian artist's work spanned over five decades, each highlighted by critically acclaimed and globally beloved works of art. The Quebec native released his debut album, Songs of Leonard Cohen in 1967, while his most recent was this year's You Want It Darker, which was heralded by critics as some of his most honest and moving work to date.

When the "Hallelujah" composer passed away, there was an outpouring of online tributes, coming from some of the most prominent acts in the world. Leaving an undeniable impression on fans everywhere, celebrities took to Twitter to share their memories of the man and his music.

One of the best concerts of my life. Could hear a pin drop. The poetry & the reverence. Waiting for every precious word. RIP Leonard Cohen.

— josh groban (@joshgroban) November 11, 2016

Such sad news...The great Leonard Cohen has passed away. Thank's for what your music has done for humanity... Kindness, love, beauty, poetry

— Regina Spektor (@respektor) November 11, 2016

#RIPLeonardCohen

A spirit and soul beyond compare.

— Justin Timberlake (@jtimberlake) November 11, 2016

"Like a bird on the wire
Like a drunk in a midnight choir
I have tried, in my way, to be free."
-Leonard Cohen

— Lin-Manuel Miranda (@Lin_Manuel) November 11, 2016

I've experienced the loss of many legends but never have I seen so many of their works quoted in their passing. #LeonardCohen

— Rob Lowe (@RobLowe) November 11, 2016

There's a blaze of light
In every word
It doesn't matter which you heard
The holy or the broken Hallelujah#RIPLeonard

— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) November 11, 2016

Fans began to create a memorial at the Chelsea Hotel, referenced in his fourth studio album, New Skin for the Old Ceremony.

"In his songs, Leonard Cohen captured not just loneliness but also the essence of human life: love, beauty, humour and social engagement."

— President of Ireland (@PresidentIRL) November 11, 2016

Even political leaders joined the discussion, including Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau.

Leonard Cohen dying is so goddamned symbolic right now. You just don't let up, do you 2016?

— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) November 11, 2016

Leonard Cohen R.I.P. 2016 now officially one of the saddest years. https://t.co/Dk1G5Y7RMB

— Seán Ono Lennon (@seanonolennon) November 11, 2016

For many, the death of the legend was too much in an already emotional week, and a year of great loss in the music community.

Leonard Cohen gone? I didn't think this week could get any worse.

— Molly Ringwald (@MollyRingwald) November 11, 2016

There has yet to be any word on an official memorial for the musician, but no doubt his work will live on, as Cohen is one of the most covered artists in music. In the meantime, you can listen to his latest release on all major streaming platforms.

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