Several celebrities have already commented on the death of Foo Fighters Taylor Hawkins .
The list includes messages from Alice Cooper, Aquiles Priester, Anthrax, Gary Holt , Gene Simmons, Glenn Hughes, Guns N' Roses, Mike Portnoy, Ozzy Osbourne, Ringo Starr , Smashing Pumpkins , among others.
Singer Miley Cyrus , who is also performing at Lollapalooza, will dedicate her show tomorrow to the Foo Fighters drummer: "This is how I will always remember you... My show tomorrow will be dedicated to Taylor Hawkins."
Below are some of the numerous statements already published:
Ozzy Osbourne : “Taylor Hawkins was truly a great person and an incredible musician. My heart, my love and my condolences go out to his wife, his children, his family, his band and his fans. See you on the other side – Ozzy”
Mike Portnoy : “I can’t believe I’m writing this right now… I’m totally shocked and in disbelief about the news of Taylor Hawkins’ passing. I always had so much admiration for him… An incredible drummer and a sensational guy who was always so much fun. I’m devastated. My condolences to his bandmates and family.”
Anthrax : "This isn't right... Devastated to hear this news. Sending all our love and thoughts to his family and Foo Fighters."
Guns N' Roses : "He will be missed forever"
Aquiles Priester : “RIP Taylor Hawkins”
Gary Holt : “RIP Taylor Hawkins, a devastating loss. My condolences to the Foo Fighters and his friends and family. Another tragedy, this is too much to bear.”
Alice Cooper : “I met Taylor through the Foo Fighters and his band Chevy Metal and was blessed to share the same stage with him many times. Taylor used both hands like a truck. There’s no one like him. He was one of the great figures of Rock N’ Roll, loved by everyone who knew him, and certainly one of the greatest drummers of his time. My band and I are devastated by this news and we will truly miss him. Much love from us to the Hawkins family and to the Foo and Chevy families.”
Ringo Starr : "God bless Taylor. Peace and love to all his family and band. Peace and love."
Gene Simmons : "Shocked and saddened to hear that Taylor Hawkins passed away today. Our prayers and condolences go out to the Hawkins family, Foo Fighters, friends and fans. Sad."
Glenn Hughes : “Totally devastated. This is so tragic. I love you, Taylor.”
The Smashing Pumpkins : “Taylor Hawkins 1972-2022. Our deepest condolences to Taylor's family, his fans, and of course, his band.”