Ozzy Osbourne, Nikki Sixx (MÖTLEY CRÜE), Dave Mustaine (MEGADETH), Corey Taylor (SLIPKNOT), Krist Novoselic (NIRVANA), Duff McKagan (GUNS N’ ROSES), Mike Portnoy (THE WINERY DOGS, DREAM THEATER), are among the rock musicians and scores of other artists who reacted on social media to the death of legendary MOTÖRHEAD bassist/singer Lemmy Kilmister.
Lemmy found out that he was suffering from “an extremely aggressive” form of cancer on December 26. He died two days later at home in Los Angeles with his family by his side.
Sixx said on Twitter that he would miss Lemmy, and called him a “(pillar) of dignity.”
Osbourne tweeted: “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.”
METALLICA wrote: “Lemmy, you are one of the primary reasons this band exists. We’re forever grateful for all of your inspiration. RIP”
Taylor said: “My friend died today. We’ll all miss you. Your name was Lemmy, and you played Rock n Roll. Rest in Peace, my man.”
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
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
My friend died today. We'll all miss you. Your name was Lemmy, and you played Rock n Roll. Rest in Peace, my man.
#RIPLemmy
— MEGA-GEEK MELTDOWN!! (@CoreyTaylorRock) December 29, 2015
One of the last true outlaws has left the building. #RIPLemmy
📷 Pep Bonet pic.twitter.com/PgyOez8UZu
— Robert Trujillo (@RobertTrujillo) December 29, 2015
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
RIP Lemmy. pic.twitter.com/zubPd2N0uM
— Philip H. Anselmo (@philiphanselmo) December 29, 2015
I really don't know what to say except I love you Lem. #RIP @myMotorhead pic.twitter.com/I3OL0OgUxs
— Jill Janus (@JillJanus) December 29, 2015
R.I.P Lemmy.. We'll miss you… pic.twitter.com/EQzMd0nOIV
— FrankBello (@TheFrankBello) December 29, 2015
There's nothing we could write here that can live up to the mighty life you lived. You are Rock N Roll. Warrior… https://t.co/Rbn22WFL5y
— Anthrax (Band) (@Anthrax) December 29, 2015
He lived a life of dreams and he went out on top. He was Motörhead and HE PLAYED ROCK & ROLL!!! https://t.co/7wZXgBksq6
— Scott Ian (@Scott_Ian) December 29, 2015
Lemmy…words can't express how much you meant to Our music and our lives. I'm glad I knew a legend @myMotorhead pic.twitter.com/1hHrtMEftP
— Charlie Benante (@skisum) December 29, 2015
FUCK!!!!!!! RIP LEMMY Sad that so many of us saw this coming, but never thought it would really happen…we all thought you'd live forever
— Mike Portnoy (@MikePortnoy) December 29, 2015
Yes In peace to a legend and icon. Thank you for pioneering and shaping a lot of the music you hear today pic.twitter.com/adxrYKB4Go
— Nonpoint (@nonpoint) December 29, 2015
RIP Lemmy. Everyone will always listen to the music you made.
— Danko Jones (@dankojones) December 29, 2015
Peace and love to Lemmy and family! #RIPLemmy pic.twitter.com/g0fO1rTc9Q
— Dave Navarro (@DaveNavarro) December 29, 2015
Lemmy RIP….@myMotorhead my condolences to his family..
— Billy Idol (@BillyIdol) December 29, 2015
RIP to the one and only Lemmy. It goes without saying but there will never be another like him. A true rock and roll legend.
— Andy Biersack (@andyblack) December 29, 2015
My friend died today. We'll all miss you. Your name was Lemmy, and you played Rock n Roll. Rest in Peace, my man. #RIPLemmy
— MEGA-GEEK MELTDOWN!! (@CoreyTaylorRock) December 29, 2015
Farewell Lemmy. I love you brother.
— Dave Mustaine (@DaveMustaine) December 29, 2015
And yet again black December takes another one of my hero's. People can argue about where metal started but if thi… https://t.co/mZRGy1A2zF
— HELLYEAH (@hellyeahband) December 29, 2015
I’ll miss you buddy and our conversations. You were always a pilar of dignity. RIP #Lemmy pic.twitter.com/da7YV08V1W
— ❌ Nikki Sixx ❌ (@NikkiSixx) December 29, 2015
Rest In Peace Lemmy. A hell of a man who suffered no fools. U shall be missed brother, and, THANK u 4 the years of unwavering kick ass R&R.
— Duff McKagan (@DuffMcKagan) December 29, 2015
— TheBlackDahliaMurder (@bdmmetal) December 29, 2015
RIP to a true legend …. https://t.co/FaG33e3Qyc
— Godsmack Official (@Godsmack_Music) December 29, 2015
Damn just heard Lemmy passed away. Swig of beer to one bad ass original rocker. Motörhead one of the all time influential bands.
— Steve Austin (@steveaustinBSR) December 29, 2015
"You win some, you lose some, It’s all the same to me…..” RIP Lemmy. MOTORHEAD
— ICE T (@FINALLEVEL) December 29, 2015
The music world's heart just stopped. There will only be one Lemmy.
— Obituary (@obituarytheband) December 29, 2015
It is a sad day. We have lost Lemmy, a legend of legends. With the highest respect, Rest in Peace my friend. King pic.twitter.com/MGlh5gPU4P
— King Diamond (@RealKingDiamond) December 29, 2015
— Drowning Pool (@DrowningPool) December 29, 2015
RIP Lemmy. A rebel poet until the end. A true inspiration.
— Myles Kennedy (@MylesKennedy) December 29, 2015
A sad day. Thanks for the songs and memories. We lost an original today. RIP Lemmy Kilmister.
— Nickelback (@Nickelback) December 29, 2015
#RIPLemmy Terrible news. pic.twitter.com/hvh6EFlLEZ
— Finger Eleven (@Finger_Eleven) December 29, 2015
Lemmy — Motorhead What else can I say?
— Krist Novoselić (@KristNovoselic) December 29, 2015
So very sad to hear about Lemmy RIP
— the holiday spice (@gerardway) December 29, 2015
RIP to one of the kings of Rock and Roll!!! Here's a photo a friend sent me of LEMMY and me jamming at the Cat a… https://t.co/MIfON3PTVk
— John Corabi (@Crablegs59) December 29, 2015
R.I.P. Mr. K pic.twitter.com/O1bFux8eF6
— Robert DeLeo (@STPRobertDeLeo) December 29, 2015
— Tim 'Ripper' Owens (@TimRipperOwens) December 29, 2015
R.I.P. Lemmy! One of the greatest has gone, we will never forget you and your music! https://t.co/WSfxkdZaL5
— Leaves' Eyes (@Leaves_Eyes) December 29, 2015
GOD BLESS LEMMY – 1945 – 2O15 tBLSt SDMF tLKt pic.twitter.com/UNRAsIrbYP
— Zakk Wylde (@ZakkWyldeBLS) December 29, 2015
The world's true lord and savior, Lemmy Kilmister has passed away today. Rock and metal are dead.
https://t.co/uQm4lpg4yZ
— GWAR (@GWARofficial) December 29, 2015
Rest in Power Lemmy! https://t.co/jHncHzLcYA
— BIOHAZARD (@biohazardDFL) December 29, 2015
So sorry to hear of the sudden passing of fellow Bass man Lemmy ..of Motorhead and Hawkwind before that
— Rush (@rushtheband) December 29, 2015
..a true original.. who lived to rock… RIP Lemmy! – Geddy Lee pic.twitter.com/7quxQhogEz
— Rush (@rushtheband) December 29, 2015
Lemmy was a true rock icon, singular in voice and spirit. Metal flags fly at half mast tonight as we salute the incomparable Ace Of Spades.
— Tom Morello (@tmorello) December 29, 2015
Lemmy, RIP – so sorry you're gone. I stand with the countless souls who will miss you, and who love you very much. – Bill.
@myMotorhead
— Bill Ward (@billwarddrums) December 29, 2015
A toast to a heavy-metal icon!!! R.I.P.Lemmy!!! #lemmy #actofdefiance #chrisbroderick https://t.co/5AQtsug6sq
— Chris Broderick (@Chris_Broderick) December 29, 2015
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You were so kind to me, supportive and encouraging and naturally, brutally honest. Thanks, Lemmy. You are a legend and I'll miss you!
Posted by Amy Lee on Monday, December 28, 2015
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We just heard the horrible news. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Lemmy Kilmister's family, friends, all his Motorhead family and fans. RIP Lemmy Kilmister Motörhead – you will be missed.
Posted by Queensrÿche on Monday, December 28, 2015
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This is a true story about Lemmy and my mom told by my best friend…"He sat next to us and he started talking to her…
Posted by Suicide Silence on Monday, December 28, 2015
Source: Blabbermouth
