Within minutes of the announcement of Lemmy’s death after suffering from a highly aggressive cancer, friends and fans posted tributes.
They were led by Ozzy Osbourne, former Black Sabbath lead vocalist, and his wife Sharon.
Lost one of my best friends, Lemmy, today. He will be sadly missed. He was a warrior and a legend. I will see you on the other side.
— Ozzy Osbourne (@OzzyOsbourne) December 29, 2015
My dear friend, Lemmy, passed away today. I’ve known him for 38 years. He will be so missed but he will never be forgotten.
— Sharon Osbourne (@MrsSOsbourne) December 29, 2015
Kiss frontman, Gene Simmons, paid tribute posting a selfie of the two lead singers together.
Lemmy: Rest In Peace. Shake the heavens, my friend.
— Gene Simmons (@genesimmons) December 29, 2015
Lemmy: Rest In Peace, my friend. pic.twitter.com/2M6VPiBGyE
— Gene Simmons (@genesimmons) December 29, 2015
Metallica said they owed it all to the gravely-voice Mr Kilmister.
Lemmy, you are one of the primary reasons this band exists. We're forever grateful for all of your inspiration. RIP pic.twitter.com/WC1csn5F5x
— Metallica (@Metallica) December 29, 2015
And Fred Durst, vocalist for Limp Bizkit, added his tribute.
RIP Lemmy
— ғred dυrѕт (@freddurst) December 29, 2015
As did Vince Neil of Mötley Crüe.
Wow just heard, Lemmy was a friend and legend. #RipLemmy
— Vince Neil (@thevinceneil) December 29, 2015
And Queen’s Brian May.
Sitting here, Re-Tweeting, distracted, and wondering what I can possibly say about our utterly unique friend Lemmy's passing. Ouch. Bri
— Dr. Brian May (@DrBrianMay) December 29, 2015
Singer Billy Idol also left a simple message.
Lemmy RIP….@myMotorhead my condolences to his family..
— Billy Idol (@BillyIdol) December 29, 2015
While comedian Greg Proops left an original thought.
No, please stop 2015. To get hangovers you have to stop drinking." Lemmy come back this minute. pic.twitter.com/RDZt8400SQ
— Greg Proops (@GregProops) December 29, 2015
DJ and TV presenter Lauren Laverne posted a video of a Motorhead classic.
RIP Lemmy. https://t.co/Eu2AtCD26Q
— Lauren Laverne (@laurenlaverne) December 29, 2015
And professional wrestler Corey Graves added a photo which showed Lemmy looking gaunt.
Just had the unfortunate experience of announcing the passing of one of my heroes. Motörhead forever. #Lemmy pic.twitter.com/ZeKeQUQNrz
— Corey Graves (@WWEGraves) December 29, 2015
Singer Beverley Knight added her condolences.
BBC News - Lemmy, Motorhead frontman, dies aged 70 after cancer battle https://t.co/JhOIZbux2N That wonderful gravelly voice now silenced 😢
— Beverley Knight (@Beverleyknight) December 29, 2015
Many others left personal messages including some who pointed out the altruistic nature of the heavy rocker.
Once, Lemmy sponsored an under-10 soccer team, complete with Motörhead kits. https://t.co/cSStKbOKfQ pic.twitter.com/SsuZBRSLTI
— Brian (@Briligerent) December 29, 2015
