Celebrities reacted with a mix of shock and sadness after the sudden death of Dolores O’Riordan, the lead singer of popular ’90s band The Cranberries. The 46-year-old died Monday in London.
O’Riordan was beloved for her distinctive voice, which made songs like “Linger” and “Dreams” so iconic. The Cranberries released a statement about O’Riordan’s sudden death, saying, “Family members are devastated to hear the breaking news.”
Irish and international singer Dolores O’Riordan has died suddenly in London today. She was 46 years old.
— The Cranberries (@The_Cranberries) January 15, 2018
Family members are devastated to hear the breaking news and have requested privacy at this very difficult time. Full Statement: https://t.co/L8K98BFpSM pic.twitter.com/ADEY51Xnwe
Duran Duran, Liz Phair, James Corden, Hozier and Foster the People were among the many who paid tribute to O’Riordan on Twitter:
We are crushed to hear the news about the passing of Dolores O’Riordan. Our thoughts go out to her family at this terrible time. https://t.co/6p20QD2Ii5 pic.twitter.com/vXscj0VGHS
— Duran Duran (@duranduran) January 15, 2018
Devastated for fans and her family- Dolores O’Riorden had such an exquisite voice, so distinctive and defining of an era. She would have continued to be a rare musical treasure late into a long life #gonetoosoon https://t.co/2QH2cPgRf6
— Liz Phair (@PhizLair) January 15, 2018
Nooooo!! Have always adored her songs and voice https://t.co/asBAt1RJl1
— josh groban (@joshgroban) January 15, 2018
Shocked and heartbroken over Dolores O’Riordan’s death. The Cranberries were pinnacle in showing me that it was possible to fully embrace masculine and feminine energy in one cohesive sound. She was a true pioneer 💔
— Foster The People (@fosterthepeople) January 15, 2018
My first time hearing Dolores O'Riordan's voice was unforgettable. It threw into question what a voice could sound like in that context of Rock. I'd never heard somebody use their instrument in that way. Shocked and saddened to hear of her passing, thoughts are with her family.
— Hozier (@Hozier) January 15, 2018
I once met Delores O’Riordan when I was 15. She was kind and lovely, I got her autograph on my train ticket and it made my day. She had the most amazing voice and presence. So sorry to hear that she’s passed away today x
— James Corden (@JKCorden) January 15, 2018
Absolutely shocked to hear about the passing of Dolores O'Riordan! @The_Cranberries gave us our first big support when we toured with them around France years ago! Thoughts are with her family and friends
— Kodaline (@Kodaline) January 15, 2018
gone too soon.
— MUNA (@whereisMUNA) January 15, 2018
rest in power to one of our biggest musical inspirations, dolores o'riordan.
thank you. pic.twitter.com/ZghvQS4p2M
When I first moved to America, and lived alone in early 90's Chicago, few things carried me more than the music of the Cranberries, along with Uncle Tupelo. Dolores O'Riordan had a voice that made you realize you were not alone in the feelings you were experiencing #RIP https://t.co/444r71En0e
— roger bennett (@rogbennett) January 15, 2018
#RIP Dolores O'Riordan. The first CD I ever bought as a kid was The Cranberries and they hold a special place in my heart. One of a kind...
— Jeffree Star (@JeffreeStar) January 15, 2018
Will spend the rest of the evening listening to @The_Cranberries. Always sad when someone leaves the world too soon. #RIPDolores #memories
— Alexander Stubb (@alexstubb) January 15, 2018
Gutted to hear that Dolores O’Riordan of The Cranberries has died. One of my biggest and earliest influences. Your voice and songs were everything to me.
— Jenny Owen Youngs (@jennyowenyoungs) January 15, 2018
Wow! Can’t believe the Dolores O’Riordan news! The Cranberries were one of the best bands to come out of the 90s! Zombie! Linger! Spinning “No Need to Argue” in her honor! #RIP pic.twitter.com/xV7GYNA6Y8
— Eric West (@EricXWest) January 15, 2018
Rip Dolores O Riordan , such shocking news #ripdoloresoriordan pic.twitter.com/K4K94EgIRa
— Mia Fitz (@MiaFitzMusic) January 15, 2018
Sad to hear of the passing of Dolores O'Riordan. The Cranberries in the early to mid 90's were MASSIVE and songs like Linger and Zombie transport me back to that time. Rest in peace and thanks for the songs.
— Ben Kowalewicz (@BenKowalewiczBT) January 15, 2018
Dolores O’Riordan just died at the age of 46. I ... oh man, I don’t even know what to say. I feel so deflated knowing that she’s not in this world anymore. pic.twitter.com/dT8XcfMSNz
— Anne Thériault (@anne_theriault) January 15, 2018
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