Celebrities, Fans React to Suicide of Linkin Park Frontman, Chester Bennington

Chester Bennington on June 18, 2014 in Burbank, California. Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for Clear Channel

Friends, celebrities, and fans reacted to the news on Thursday, July 20, that Linkin Park frontman, Chester Bennington committed suicide.

“Shocked and heartbroken, but it’s true. An official statement will come out as soon as we have one,” Benington’s bandmate, Mike Shinoda, wrote.

Kimmy Kimmel, TV host: “Chester was one of the kindest men I’ve had on my show. My heart breaks for his family and friends. He will be missed terribly.”

Lady Gaga: “My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends, and fans of Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington.”

Ryan Seacrest, TV producer: “The news about Chester Bennington is devastating. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and @linkinpark. Such a tragic loss.”

Elvis Duran, radio host: “Seeming to be happy is never enough. RIP.”

One Republic: “Oh dear God. Massive R.I.P. to Chester Bennington of @linkinpark this BREAKS OUR HEART. Suicide is the devil on earth walking amongst us.”

(L-R) Joe Hahn, Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, Chester Bennington, Dave Farrell, and Rob Bourdon of Linkin Park with the Favorite Alternative Artist award in the press room at the 40th American Music Awards held at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on Nov. 18, 2012, in Los Angeles, Calif. Jason Merritt/Getty Images