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Rest In Power, Purple One - The death of music icon Prince just a short while ago has sent shock waves across the internet, and, indeed, the world. While the circumstances surrounding his sudden passing are still unknown, one thing is abundantly clear: the rock god touched the lives of millions. Read on to see how stars are reacting to the shocking news on social media...(Photo: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic, Inc for NPG Records 2014)

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Spike Lee - The filmmaker reflects on the side of his friend the public rarely got to see. (Photo: Spike Lee via Twitter)

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Felonious Munk - The politial comedian is in denial until Prince says otherwise.(Photo: Felonious Munk via Twitter)

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Marc Bernardin - The writer reflected on what Prince meant for Black kids who didn't feel like they fit in.(Photo: Marc Bernardin via Twitter)  

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Scarface - The Houston rap legend reflected on Prince, and all the other greats we've lost recently.(Photo: Scarface via Twitter)

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Demi Lovato - The singer was in shock over the news.(Photo: Demi Lovato via Twitter)

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LeVar Burton - The Reading Rainbow and Roots star didn't want to believe the news.(Photo: LeVar Burton via Twitter)  

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Charlie Puth - Young musicians all over the world are honoring the genius that inspired so many.(Photo: Charlie Puth via Twitter)

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Sevyn Streeter - The songstress didn't want to believe the early rumblings before it was confirmed.(Photo: Sevyn Streeter via Twitter)

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Shad Moss - The actor and rapper reflected on how sudden Prince's passing was.(Photo: Shad Moss via Twitter)

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Shaq - The news transcended music, as the NBA great reflected on the lost icon.(Photo: Shaq via Twitter)

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Jamil Smith - The voice actor compared Prince to David Bowie as two musicians we will miss the most.(Photo: Jamil Smith via Twitter)

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MarQuis Trill - The rapper honored the musical legend.(Photo: MarQuis Trill via Twitter)

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Chance the Rapper - The rapper lauded for his experimentalism gave his followers recommendations on how to best honor the late icon.(Photo: Chance the Rapper via Twitter)

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9th Wonder - One of the most respected names in Hip Hop production tweeted out the loss felt by the whole world of music.(Photo: 9th Wonder via Twitter)

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Star Jones - The TV Host admitted her past as a Prince groupie.(Photo: Star Jones via Twitter)

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Katy Perry - The pop star felt the loss of Prince's magic.(Photo: Katy Perry via Twitter)

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Questlove - Music producer and The Roots member paid homage to "the king."(Photo: Questlove via Twitter)

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Marc Lamont Hill - The journalist, activist, and television personality was at a loss for words.(Photo: Marc Lamont Hill via Twitter)  

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Russell Crowe - The Osar winning actor didn't want to believe the truth.(Photo: Russell Crowe via Twitter)

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Le'Veon Bell - The All-Pro running back honored the music legend.(Photo: Le'Veon Bell via Twitter)

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Vanilla Ice  - Ice wishes Prince could live forever.(Photo: Vanilla Ice via Twitter)

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Wycleaf Jean - The musician and producer thanked Prince for inspiring him to pursue music as a tool for healing.(Photo: Wyclef Jean via Twitter)

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Shonda Rhimes - Queen of Shondaland could not face the tragedy just yet.(Photo: Shonda Rhimes via Twitter)

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Kelly Rowland - The singer chose to celebrate Prince's life, and impact on music. Thanking God for the blessing that was Prince.(Photo: Kelly Rowland via Twitter)

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Omar Epps - The actor is in shock over the loss.(Photo: Omar Epps via Twitter)

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Rev Jesse Jackson Sr. - The activist and religious leader sent prayers to Prince and his family.(Photo: Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr via Twitter)

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Kevin Bacon - The actor quoted the Beatles song to honor Prince.(Photo: Kevin Bacon via Twitter)

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Ne-Yo - The singer didn't want to let go.(Photo: Ne-Yo via Twitter)

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Al Yankovic - The fellow musician already feels the void Prince has left in  the world of music.(Photo: Al Yankovic via Twitter)

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Kerry Washington - Much love from the queen of Scandal.(Photo: Kerry Washington via Twitter)

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Kandi Burruss - The reality star and singer is stunned like the rest of us.(Photo: Kandi Burruss via Twitter)

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Jurnee Smollett  - The actress spoke the truth here.(Photo: Jurnee Smollett via Twitter)

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Justin Timberlake -  You can hear Prince all through this artist's music.(Photo: Justin Timberlake via Twitter)

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Ava DuVernay - The director is quoting the classic "Beautiful Ones."(Photo: Ava DuVernay via Twitter)

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Juicy J - The rapper on the passing of the legend.(Photo: Juicy J via Twitter)

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George Clinton - Prince often talked about the influence of George Clinton in his music.(Photo: George Clinton via Twitter)

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Jill Scott - Prince and Scott are two of the great voices of American music.(Photo: Jill Scott via Twitter)

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Ice T - So sad, but it is true.(Photo: Ice T via Twitter)

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Jeffrey Wright - Good point, Mr. Wright.(Photo: Jeffrey Wright via Twitter)

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Gary Payton - The genius of Prince will never be forgotten.(Photo: Gary Payton via Twitter)

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Dwyane Johnson - Kind words from the Dwyane Johnson.(Photo: Dwayne Johnson via Twitter)

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Elijah Wood - He's right, there never will be another like him.(Photo: Ellijah Wood via Twitter)

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Eric B. and Rakim - Many said the words today.(Photo: Eric B and Rakim via Twitter)

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Don Cheadle  - His latest film character had a close bond with Prince.(Photo: Don Cheadle via Twitter)

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Debra Lee - The entire BET family will miss and honor Prince forever.(Photo: Debra Lee via Twitter)

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Big Sean - The rapper thanked Prince for his many contributions.(Photo: Big Sean via Twitter)

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Antonio Banderas - People all over the world will be crying purple tears today. RIP Prince.(Photo: Antonio Banderas via Twitter)

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