As news of Chris Cornell's sudden death travels, musicians are sharing tributes to him on social media.

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Reactions To Chris Cornell’s Sudden Death

As news of Chris Cornell’s sudden death travels, musicians are sharing tributes to him on social media.

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May 18, 2017

Chris Cornell passed away unexpectedly at the age of 52 following a Soundgarden concert in Detroit on Wednesday evening. The medical examiner confirmed his death as a suicide by hanging.

Known for his impressive vocal range and as one of the greatest voices in rock music, Cornell’s extensive music catalogue leaves a lasting legacy. As news of his death travels, his fellow musicians are sharing tributes to him on social media.

RIP Chris Cornell Incredibly Talented Incredibly Young Incredibly Missed.
A post shared by Jimmy Page (@jimmypage) on May 18, 2017 at 1:58am PDT

Very sad news about Chris Cornell today. A sad loss of a great talent to the world. But more important, the loss to his friends and family. To a fellow rocker and friend, rest in peace.
A post shared by Joe Perry (@joeperryofficial) on May 18, 2017 at 2:42am PDT

Sad to hear that my friend #chriscornell has passed away. A searcher of higher truth has entered the eternal hereafter. Prayers & love to his family
A post shared by Yusuf / Cat Stevens (@yusufcatstevens) on May 18, 2017 at 3:19am PDT

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Sad 2 hear of Chris Cornell passing… great singer and artist… another blow…RIP Photo ???? Harmony Gerber @photo_grafitti
A post shared by Billy Idol (@billyidol) on May 18, 2017 at 5:54am PDT

Shocked and saddened by the sudden death of Chris Cornell. Great singer, songwriter and the loveliest man. My condolences to his wife and family, bandmates and friends. @chriscornellofficial #RIP
A post shared by Elton John (@eltonjohn) on May 18, 2017 at 1:51am PDT

Shocking news. My thoughts are with his family and friends. Going to crank Badmotorfinger.
A post shared by Scott Ian (@scottianthrax) on May 18, 2017 at 1:34am PDT

SO SO stunned to hear about Chris Cornell! Such a terrible and sad loss! Thinking of his family tonight! RIP
— Dave Navarro (@DaveNavarro) May 18, 2017

I AM SO SADDENED BY CHRIS CORNELL PASSING. @soundgarden
TOTAL SHOCK.GREAT MAN.GREAT BAND.GREAT LOSS. LOVE TO EVERYONE IN HIS WORLD. XXX
— GAVIN ROSSDALE (@GavinRossdale) May 18, 2017

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Tears in my eyes that this is your last ever tweet. We played here with u guys in 1992 ????thanks for your pipes @chriscornell u will b missed https://t.co/Xgbann0hd4
— Sebastian Bach (@sebastianbach) May 18, 2017

Chris Cornell. One of the greatest voices in rock n roll history. Helped inspire me to evolve and change musically. I’m so sad. RIP BUDDY..
— Butch Walker (@butchwalker) May 18, 2017

Oh, man. #ChrisCornell. No way. This is so sad and such a shock. What a talent.
— Richard Marx (@richardmarx) May 18, 2017

A shining voice in music has left us in the midnight. He was a complex and gentle soul #ChrisCornell has flown into the black hole sun.
— Perry Farrell (@perryfarrell) May 18, 2017

I love you, brother. Thank you for your friendship and your humor and your intellect and your singular and unmatched talent. It was a great honor to know you as a friend and as a band mate. I am devastated and deeply saddened that you are gone dear friend but your unbridled rock power, delicate haunting melodies and the memory of your smile are with us forever. Your beautiful voice and beautiful self will always be in my heart. God bless you and your family.
A post shared by Tom Morello (@tommorello) on May 18, 2017 at 7:35am PDT
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Been blasting #Audioslave & #Soundgarden & #TempleOfTheDog all day, headbanging through the tears. Chris seriously had the most amazing voice in rock in decades. He was a crafter of gorgeous melodies, soulful dark lyrics and bulldozer riffs. And he looked like THAT when rocking out. “Show Me How To Live” video shoot. Photo: @mrricigliano
A post shared by Tom Morello (@tommorello) on May 18, 2017 at 5:11pm PDT

THERE’S A NEW STAR IN THE HEAVENS TONIGHT…THAT WILL SHINE FOREVER FROM THE MEMORY OF YOUR DREAM…YOU WERE THE ICING ON EVERY BAND YOU PLAYED WITH…YOU WERE A GREAT FRIEND CHRIS…THE WORLD WILL MISS YOU DEEPLY…SADLY…LOVINGLY…
A post shared by Steven Tyler (@iamstevent) on May 18, 2017 at 8:52am PDT

Rest …Peace pic.twitter.com/YcN7QECCo0
— Chuck D (@MrChuckD) May 18, 2017

Shocked & saddened by the news of Chris Cornell’s passing. RIP.
A post shared by Slash (@slash) on May 18, 2017 at 7:06am PDT
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— RageAgainsTheMachine (@RATM) May 18, 2017

His death leaves a void in the music world. On a personal note, he was my favorite artist and I was lucky to have seen him in concert multiple times. Cornell wrote Temple of the Dog’s “Say Hello 2 Heaven” for Andy Wood and always dedicated it to him when playing it live. Chris, this one’s for you.