The world of entertainment has reacted to the tragic news that Whitney Houston has died at the age of 48.
The legendary singer's publicist announced that she had passed this afternoon, while sources have told various media outlets that she was found at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.
She is survived by her daughter Bobbi Kristina.
Mariah Carey and P. Diddy are just some celebrities who have paid their respects to the legend.
Read their messages below...
Kerry Washington: RIP Whitney. Devastatingly sad. My prayers go out to her family
Rocsi Diaz: Lord this is heartbreaking Whitney Houston R.I.P
Q-Tip: "I had the pleasure of knowing /wking w whitney. Known her 4 long time. My prayers r w/fam, robyn, bob, ect.. RIP whitney "THEVOICE"
Keyshia Cole: "Whitney??? Pls No!! R.I.P my beautiful! This REALLY hurts my heart!!!!"
Kyla Pratt: "She just did Sparkle! She was supposed to be coming back! I can't believe this! in shock!!"
Mariah Carey: "Heartbroken and in tears over the shocking death of my friend, the incomparable Ms. Whitney Houston. My heartfelt condolences to Whitney's family and to all her millions of fans throughout the world."
Wyclef Jean: "This is the saddest thing I've ever had to write in my life, R I P to one of the greatest humans that I have ever known Whitney Houston. She will never be forgotten as one of the greatest voices to ever grace the earth."
Toni Braxton: "My heart is weeping...RIP to the Legendary Diva & Icon Whitney Houston!!!!! Such an incredible influence over music as a whole!"
Cee-Lo Green: "R.I.P. Sister WHITNEY HOUSTON!!!!! We will always love you."
Jill Scott: "I can't. Whitney? No. NO!!!"
Justin Bieber: "just heard the news. so crazy. One of the GREATEST VOICES EVER just passed. RIP Whitney Houston. My prayers go out to her friends and family."
Angela Simmons: "Prayers to her family and loved ones. "Godsstrengthen - Rest in peace Whitney Houston."
Keri Hilson: "Watching the news now...it's true. R.I.P. Whitney Houston. Ugh I hate that I'm even typing this...I'm shocked. She was my hero growing up."
Nicki Minaj: "Jesus Christ, not Whitney Houston. Greatest of all time."
L.A. Reid: "I am completely devastated by the loss of the greatest voice of all time! R.I.P. Whitney Houston. I will always love you!"
Sanaa Lathan: "AND I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU... Whitney Houston. Rest in Peace. Light & Love to Bobbi Kristina and Family."
Swizz Beatz: "I hate to say these words about my sister & friend R.I.P To the Great Whitney Houston you will always be loved in this world!!"
Eve: "Wow R.I.P Whitney Houston. So sad. My prayers go out to family,friends,fans..."
Terrence J: "RIP Whitney Houston. So sad to hear this news. My condolences to her family, friends, and loved ones."
Tyrese: "I'm in Houston on the night we lose Whitney Houston .. Tonight's show is dedicated to her legacy."
P. Diddy: "Whitney Houston!!! OMG!! I really can't believe this.. This is one of the saddest days ever.."
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