Hollywood Reacts to Linkin Park Frontman Chester Bennington’s Death

Linkin Park lead singer Chester Bennington was found dead of an apparent suicide at his home in […]

November 8, 2017, 3:31pm

Linkin Park lead singer Chester Bennington was found dead of an apparent suicide at his home in California Thursday morning, TMZ reports.

Since news of Bennington’s death broke, the music community has begun to mourn their fallen brother, with many taking to social media to pay their respects to the 41-year-old.

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Keep reading for Twitter’s reactions to the tragic passing.

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Numb

Singer Rob Thomas shared his thoughts with his song of the day.

song of the day: NUMB – LINKIN PARK pic.twitter.com/7itrfa0Sz6
— Rob Thomas (@ThisIsRobThomas) July 20, 2017

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

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 ?
— OneRepublic (@OneRepublic) July 20, 2017

Chester had 6 kids. If anyone out there thinks the world is better without you. You are so unspeakably wrong on every level. Get help plz
— OneRepublic (@OneRepublic) July 20, 2017

No words

Jimmy Kimmel called Bennington “one of the kindest men I’ve had on my show.”

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.
— Jimmy Kimmel (@jimmykimmel) July 20, 2017

The band Imagine Dragons wrote that they had no words.

no words. so heartbroken. RIP Chester Bennington.
— Imagine Dragons (@Imaginedragons) July 20, 2017

A tragic ending

Chance the Rapper called Bennington’s death a “tragic ending,” while radio host Elvis Duran shared a photo of the singer with a smile on his face.

RIP Chester. Tragic ending. Condolences his family and friends and Linkin Park ??
— Lil Chano From 79th (@chancetherapper) July 20, 2017

Seeming to be happy is never enough. RIP @ChesterBe pic.twitter.com/hZ9dSB8Sou
— Elvis Duran (@elvisduran) July 20, 2017

Heartwrenching

Aaron Carter offered his condolences to Bennington’s family and friends.

Absolutely heart wrenching! Prayers to @ChesterBe family and friends. #bekindtooneanother #onelove https://t.co/Qijugmt4so
— Aaron Carter (@aaroncarter) July 20, 2017

Halestorm member Arejay Hale echoed Carter’s sentiments, sending support to the band’s families.

OMFG I just heard the horrible news about Chester Bennington, how awful! My heart goes to the LP families, I was shocked to hear this today!
— AREJAY HALE (@AREJAYHALE) July 20, 2017

Makeup guru and musician Jeffree Star wrote that he was “heartbroken” to hear the news.

I’m so heartbroken to hear about Chester Bennington. We lost another legend =( #RIP
— Jeffree Star (@JeffreeStar) July 20, 2017

The importance of mental health

Many others besides musicians also offered their thoughts, with WWE star Dash Wilder encouraging those who may need it to seek help and NXT wrestler Mauro Ranallo urging fans to spread mental health awareness.

Sad to hear about Chester Bennington. If you need it, please get help.
— Dash (@DashWilderWWE) July 20, 2017

RIP Chester Bennington of Linkin Park. I do what I can to spread mental health awareness. WE ALL MUST DO MORE. #EnoughIsEnough ??
— Mauro Ranallo (@mauroranallo) July 20, 2017

A lost talent

Pretty Little Liars star Keegan Allen remembered Bennington’s talent, while the singer’s former tourmate, Stevie Aiello, praised Bennington’s character.

So sad to hear about #chesterbennington suicide. His voice and talent will not be forgotten. #linkinpark pic.twitter.com/yTXz0v3aFu
— Keegan Allen (@KeeganAllen) July 20, 2017