Academy Award-winning composer James Horner passed away Monday in a plane crash. Horner is responsible for some of the most emotive and powerful songs and scores from classic films including Titanic and Braveheart. He has touched millions with his music and leaves behind a phenomenal musical legacy. Celebrity fans of the renowned composer took to Twitter to express their condolences.
Celine Dion is among the many who paid their respects to Horner. The singer co-wrote the iconic love theme “My Heart Will Go On” with Horner and Will Jennings, which scored them an Oscar in 1998 for Best Original Song.
"Shaken by the tragic death of James Horner. We send our prayers and deepest condolences to his family and friends." pic.twitter.com/6ngV2fcIaf
— Celine Dion (@celinedion) June 23, 2015
Image via Twitter by Celine Dion
Singer Josh Groban shared the song Horner wrote for him from the Troy soundtrack on Twitter, explaining its “special meaning” to him.
He wrote me a song that has such special meaning to me. We'll always remember you, James. RIP. #genius http://t.co/S4SJUuDUrW
— josh groban (@joshgroban) June 23, 2015
Other celebrities who have worked with Horner in the past shared their touching memories and condolences with the beloved composer.
I"m so sad to hear about James Horner..He scored the first movie I did..Star Trek 2...great composer..great person...huge loss
— Kirstie Alley (@kirstiealley) June 23, 2015
My sincere condolences to the family, loved ones and friends of James Horner. #abeautifulmind
— Russell Crowe (@russellcrowe) June 23, 2015
Incredibly saddened to hear about the loss of James Horner. I grew up loving his work. He leaves behind a spectacular musical legacy.
— Seth MacFarlane (@SethMacFarlane) June 23, 2015
There is nothing that shaped my movie-going experience more than the musical genius of James Horner. He will live on through the ages.
— Rob Lowe (@RobLowe) June 23, 2015
#JAMES HORNER composed the score to Volunteers, the movie that @tomhanks & I did in 1985. Beautiful score. Prayers 4 James and his family.
— Rita Wilson (@RitaWilson) June 23, 2015
I am lucky to be able to say I was in a movie that was scored by #JamesHorner. Flights of angels dear sweet beautiful mind…
— Ron Perlman (@perlmutations) June 23, 2015
Stars Taran Killam, Ellie Goulding and Josh Gad resonated with Horner’s work for Braveheart.
#JamesHorner I've cried so many times to the Braveheart soundtrack. Didn't think I could cry harder. Now I will.
— taran killam (@TaranKillam) June 23, 2015
I am so sad to hear about James Horner. He composed the most beautiful soundtrack of all time... http://t.co/Bg1OG28h9w
— Ellie Goulding (@elliegoulding) June 23, 2015
Listening to the #Braveheart score on the radio right now in honor of #JamesHorner. Reminded of what a huge loss his passing is. RIP
— Josh Gad (@joshgad) June 23, 2015
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