Friday June 26, 2009

Tributes have been pouring in for Michael Jackson, who died Thursday after suffering a cardiac arrest.

Quincy Jones — who produced Michael Jackson’s legendary Thriller album — said:

“I am absolutely devastated at this tragic and unexpected news. For Michael to be taken away from us so suddenly at such a young age, I just don’t have the words.

Divinity brought our souls together on The Wiz and allowed us to do what we were able to throughout the 80’s.

To this day, the music we created together on “Off The Wall,” “Thriller” and “Bad” is played in every corner of the world and the reason for that is because he had it all…talent, grace, professionalism and dedication.

He was the consummate entertainer and his contributions and legacy will be felt upon the world forever.

I’ve lost my little brother today, and part of my soul has gone with him.”

Al Sharpton released the following statement:

A friend of Michael’s for the last 35 years, I call on people around the world to pray for him and his family in the hour.

I have known Michael since we were both teens, worked with him, marched for him, hosted him at our House of Justice headquarters in New York, and we joined together to eulogize our mutual idol, James Brown.

I have known him at his high moments and his low moments and I know he would want us to pray for his family.

Some stars also took to Twitter to share their thoughts.

Miley Cyrus, “michael jackson was my inspiration. love and blessings.”

Ludacris, “If it were not for Micheal Jackson I would not be where or who I am today.His Music and Legacy will live on Forever.Prayers to the famR.I.P.”

MC Hammer, “I have no words.. I loved Michael Jackson.. RIP..”

Kelly Rowland, “Michael you left such a legacy on this earth, have touched SO MANY!!! We thank you for such a driving inspiration in music & our lives!! This has got to be one of the saddest days in music history!! Michael Rest In Peace! WE miss you!”

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