The death of legendary bluesman B.B. King struck a chord with his celebrity fans overnight, many of whom shared their condolences online.
Some included links to his music videos, while others referenced his many lyrics and song titles, and many made mention of ‘Lucille,’ the name of his famous Gibson guitar in their tributes to the musical icon.
Play a BB King song today & remember him! RIP Mr King & thanks for all the Great Music!!
— Samuel L. Jackson (@SamuelLJackson) May 15, 2015
Oh God. BB King. Let the sad times roll.
— Hugh Laurie (@hughlaurie) May 15, 2015
My friend and ledgend BB King passed.. I'm so so sad....he was so great to me... We've lost the King..... My love and prayers to his family.
— RICHIE SAMBORA (@TheRealSambora) May 15, 2015
BB, anyone could play a thousand notes and never say what you said in one. #RIP #BBKing pic.twitter.com/YvZYH8hyJE
— Lenny Kravitz (@LennyKravitz) May 15, 2015
Some referenced "The Thrill is Gone" which is arguably King's most famous song. After it was released in December, 1969, it appeared on the R&B chart at number three and clock in at number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The thrill really is gone. RIP BB King. Lucille is alone.
— Harry Shearer (@theharryshearer) May 15, 2015
#RIP #BBKing. A true Gentleman and Music Icon. Because of you sir "The Thrill will Never be Gone"… https://t.co/j9G66icXXl
— CedricTheEntertainer (@CedEntertainer) May 15, 2015
God bless BB King peace and love to his family Ringo and Barbarax��✌️����
— Ringo Starr (@ringostarrmusic) May 15, 2015
Eric Clapton posted a short video to his Facebook page, thanking his "dear friend" for being an inspiration to him.
BB King a dear friend and inspiration to me....
Posted by Eric Clapton on Friday, May 15, 2015
