Reaction to death of Fox News founder Roger Ailes

In this Sept. 2011 photo released by 2MK Studio/Fox News, Fox News chairman-CEO Roger Ailes speaks at a 15-year anniversary party held for employees at Chelsea Piers in New York.

NEW YORK -- "He has dramatically and forever changed the political and the media landscape singlehandedly for the better." -- Sean Hannity.

"Deeply saddened by death of Roger Ailes. He had many critics and like ALL of us his sins, but I remember a great patriot, friend and boss." -- Fox commentator, former presidential candidate and Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee.

"Roger Ailes died this morning, our deepest sympathies to Beth and his son Zach. Roger was a media genius, good friend and great American." -- Lou Dobbs.

"Roger Ailes founded one of the most important and successful media outlets in American history. I will miss his friendship dearly. RIP." -- Laura Ingraham.

"Rest in peace Roger Ailes, you made a difference in this nation, a very great difference." -- Country rock star Charlie Daniels.