Moments after the news of Alexander McQueen’s apparent suicide broke, celebrity fans took to Twitter to express shock, sadness and pay tribute to the fashion designer.
• DitaVonTeese: “Rest in peace, Mr. McQueen.”
• Kirstie Alley: ALEXANDER MCQUEEN…you made big bottomed and not so big bottomed girls all over the world look stunning..come back soon..give it another go”
• Kim Kardashian: I just found out Alexander McQueen died!!! I’m in shock! So sad! I’m wearing one of his dresses now! He was such a talented designer”
• Stephanie Pratt: “No, no, no omg so sad 😦 ”
• Russell Simmons: “Nice guy commited suicide. Hurts to hear”
• Kelly Osbourne: “i am so so sad to hear the news of Lee (Alexander) McQueen! i really just dont know what say im really in shock”
• Rachel Zoe: “I cant describe the tragic loss of such a brilliant man and designer Alexander McQueen..R.I.P xo RZ”
• Katy Perry: “Rest In Peace Alexander McQueen. Just woke up, so sad.”
• Jenna Elfman: SOOOOOOO sad that Alexander McQueen has passed. 40 years old, a brilliant designer. Thank you for all you created…”
• Joel Madden: “R.I.P. Alexander McQueen. You were one of the best man. Always hoped to meet you.”
• Simon Huck: “OMG! this is so sad! Alexander McQueen commits suicide. so sad…”
• Donatella Versace: “Alexander McQueen was unique. His imagination had no limits, he had an amazing personality and his creativity was genius.”
• Christian Siriano: “McQueen has inspired me in every way possible,I did not know him well but i feel so honored to have watched him work on his craft.”
• Catherine Malandrino: “I just heard about Alexander McQueen and I feel so devastated. My heart and prayers are with his loved ones.”