Legendary singer David Bowie has died at the age of 69 after battling cancer for 18 months.
The star, who released a new album last week, was known as the creator of glam rock and was one of the most successful artists of the 20th century.
David's son, Duncan Jones, who is also known as Zowie Bowie, confirmed the news on Twitter. He posted a black and white picture and wrote, 'Very sorry and sad to say it's true. I'll be offline for a while. Love to all.'
Very sorry and sad to say it's true. I'll be offline for a while. Love to all. pic.twitter.com/Kh2fq3tf9m
— Duncan Jones (@ManMadeMoon) January 11, 2016 It wasn't long before celebrities took to social media to post tributes remembering the legendary singer-songwriter.
Nearly brought to tears by sudden news of @DavidBowieReal David Bowie's passing RIP
— Billy Idol (@BillyIdol) January 11, 2016 Very sad to hear about the death of David Bowie but through his music he will live forever
— Eddie Izzard (@eddieizzard) January 11, 2016 David Bowie was one of my most important inspirations, so fearless, so creative, he gave us magic for a lifetime.
— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) January 11, 2016 RIP David Bowie ... Such sad news. Rest in perfect peace x pic.twitter.com/GkKbpAAFcZ
— Alexandra Burke (@alexandramusic) January 11, 2016 It's only when you hear something like this that you realise how much an artist can feel like part of you. RIP David Bowie and thank you.
— David Schneider (@davidschneider) January 11, 2016 Rest in Peace incredible #DavidBowie,your music changed everything .Peace and comfort to your family,friends and Fans world wide.I love you
— Sinitta 19 (@sinittaofficial) January 11, 2016 “Turn and face the strange.” ― David Bowie
— Joel Madden (@JoelMadden) January 11, 2016 Just hearing about #DavidBowie! My condolences to his family and love ones! Your music will remain with this always!ðŸ™
— La Toya Jackson (@latoyajackson) January 11, 2016 Shocked to the core. #DavidBowie.
— Gary Kemp (@garyjkemp) January 11, 2016 #rip #davidbowie you changed my life, made it better. Thank you. pic.twitter.com/ki58RxjHjh
— Adrian Grenier (@adriangrenier) January 11, 2016 RIP David . I loved your music. I loved you. One of the greatest performance artists to have ever lived. #sorrow
— Russell Crowe (@russellcrowe) January 11, 2016 So sad to here the news about Bowie. A genius.
— Jack Dee (@TheRealJackDee) January 11, 2016
