LOS ANGELES (AP) – Musicians and other celebrities react to the death Monday of Eagles co-founder Glenn Frey:
– “I’m not sure I believe in fate, but I know that crossing paths with Glenn Lewis Frey in 1970 changed my life forever, and it eventually had an impact on the lives of millions of other people all over the planet. It will be very strange going forward in a world without him in it. But, I will be grateful, every day, that he was in my life. Rest in peace, my brother. You did what you set out to do, and then some.” – Don Henley in a statement.
– “Shocker. My friend from the early days, and important member of Eagles, has died. We loved you, Glenn Frey.” – Steve Martin on Twitter.
– “One of Lady A’s biggest influences has always been The Eagles. Heartbroken to hear we lost another great music icon. #rip #glennfrey” – Hillary Scott of Lady Antebellum on Twitter.
– “sigh Glenn Frey belongs to the city still. damn man. all these legends man…..#TheEagles” – Questlove on Twitter.
– “SHOCKED to report the death of GLENN FREY. Eagle & brilliant songwriter. We shared some memories at RRHOF. Shocked.” – Paul Stanley of KISS on Twitter.
– “One of the greatest voices, musicians, contributors and collaborators to rock n roll music has passed away. RIP Glenn Frey” – Actor Miles Teller on Twitter.
– “RIP Glenn Frey. It seems like forever that the Eagles music coincided with my entire adult life. Say it ain’t so.” – Comedian Richard Lewis on Twitter.