Numerous country musicians, artists, singers, friends, fans, and family took to social media to express their heartache and grief over the passing of country music star Glen Campbell at the age of 81 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Our hearts are heavy by the passing of country music icon @GlenCampbell. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Campbell Family. ?? pic.twitter.com/z5y7mPaiFY
— Grand Ole Opry (@opry) August 8, 2017
So very sorry to hear this. Glen was such a talented, great guy. Thankful to have known him.https://t.co/RJcbGm5FCo
— Kenny Rogers (@_KennyRogers) August 8, 2017
Songs, songs, songs… Man, in a world of good stuff, his was great, in a world of great stuff, his was special! @GlenCampbell pic.twitter.com/9qexor9jX0
— Tim McGraw (@TheTimMcGraw) August 8, 2017
The world lost a little sparkle today. Rest in rhinestoned peace, @GlenCampbell ? You inspired me so much.
— KACEY MUSGRAVES (@KaceyMusgraves) August 8, 2017
Grew up loving #GlenCampbell and so sad to see him go. The greatest all around talent ever in country music. #RIP https://t.co/GG7dM8mMQk
— John Rich (@johnrich) August 8, 2017
Saying Glen Campbell "lost his fight with Alzheimer's" is like saying "John McCain lost the war in Vietnam." That's just not how it works.
— Jason Isbell (@JasonIsbell) August 8, 2017
Thank you Glen Campbell for sharing your talent with us for so many years
May you rest in peace my friend
You will never be forgotten— Charlie Daniels (@CharlieDaniels) August 8, 2017
Huge loss in the world of music today. Rest In Peace, Glen Campbell. https://t.co/vexA1kYixX
— Sheryl Crow (@SherylCrow) August 8, 2017
We lost a music legend today. Rest in peace, Glen Campbell. Sending love and prayers to his family. pic.twitter.com/CqW5eMFXAF
— Rascal Flatts (@rascalflatts) August 8, 2017
Thank you @GlenCampbell for the artistry, grace & class you brought to country music. You were a shining light in so many ways.
— Brad Paisley (@BradPaisley) August 8, 2017
Rest In Peace Glen... no words right now
— The Oak Ridge Boys (@oakridgeboys) August 8, 2017
Wow... just heard Glen Campbell passed... sad day for music
— ChrisYoungMusic (@ChrisYoungMusic) August 8, 2017
Extremely sad to hear that Glen Campbell has passed away. My prayers and thoughts go out to him and his family.
— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) August 8, 2017
So sad that Glen Campbell has passed such a legend. #ripglencampbell #rhinestonecowboy pic.twitter.com/EDC9LdKhAu
— kevin jonas (@kevinjonas) August 8, 2017
