They will love him forever.
Cher and Boy George were among the celebrities mourning the loss of Meat Loaf, the bombastic singer well-known for hits like “I’d Do Anything for Love” and “Paradise by the Dashboard Light.” He died Thursday at age 74.
“Had So Much Fun With Meatloaf When We Did ‘Dead Ringer,’” Cher wrote in a tweet. “Am Very Sorry For His Family, Friends,& Fans. Am I imagining It, or Are Amazing Ppl In The Arts Dying every other Day?!”
Singer Rick Astley dubbed Meat Loaf “a legend,” and shared a photo of them together, while Bonnie Tyler described him as “a larger than life character with a voice and stage presence to match.”
Boy George also shared a tribute to the late singer on Friday.
“R.I.P Meatloaf. Love and prayers to all his family and close friends. He once turned me upside down in a Chinese Restaurant in St Johns Wood,” he said.
Comedian Stephen Fry wrote: “I hope paradise is as you remember it from the dashboard light, Meat Loaf.”
Meat Loaf, whose given name was Marvin Lee Aday, boasted a successful career spanning more than six decades. He became a household name in 1977 with his breakout hit “Bat Out of Hell,” which remains one of the bestselling albums of all time. Since then, he has sold more than 100 million records.
The singer also won a Grammy in 1993 for Best Solo Rock Vocal Performance for the song “I’d Do Anything for Love” in addition to appearing in television shows and films, including “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” “Fight Club” and “Wayne’s World.”
His family announced his death on his Facebook page early Friday morning.
“We know how much he meant to so many of you and we truly appreciate all of the love and support as we move through this time of grief in losing such an inspiring artist and beautiful man,” the post reads.
“We thank you for your understanding of our need for privacy at this time. From his heart to your souls…don’t ever stop rocking!”
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