Samuel L. Jackson is "crushed" by Prince's death.

Samuel L Jackson

Samuel L Jackson

The 'Snakes on a Plane' actor has joined a host of famous faces who have been left devastated after the 'When Doves Cry' hitmaker died this morning (21.04.16) at the age of 57.

He tweeted: "I'm Crushed!! UK news reporting Prince Is Dead?! For Real?! Massive Loss for us all! What a Genius! Speechless.(sic)"

Dame Joan Collins was equally stunned by the news.

She posted: "Shocked that @prince has died at only 57. Such a talent to have died so young #RIPPrince (sic)"

Cara Delevingne and Russell Crowe were both in disbelief at the news.

Cara wrote: "Please no! Some one please tell me it isn't true #PRINCEWILLNEVERDIE (sic)"

Russell posted: "Prince? Say it isn't so...(sic)"

The iconic singer was remembered as a "legend" by Ryan Seacrest, Ariel Winter and Kris Jenner.

'American Idol' host Ryan tweeted: "today we lost a music legend #RIPPrince (sic)"

Kris wrote: "So sad to hear about the loss of Prince today. #RIP #legend #purplerain (sic)"

Ariel posted: "So sad to hear about Prince- We've not only lost an incredible talent but we've lost a legend."

Meanwhile, Lindsay Lohan thanked the late star for his work.

She wrote: "Thank you #Prince for all of your inspiration and sharing your incredible talents with the world. You will be incredibly missed. #RIP (sic)"

Rose McGowan and Whoopi Goldberg both referenced the singer's songs in their tributes.

Rose tweeted: "Today the doves will be crying purple tears #Prince (sic)"

Whoopi wrote: "This is what it sounds like when doves cry.. Prince R.I.P. Condolences to his family & 2 us all (sic)"

Olivia Wilde and Olivia Munn both shared personal stories of seeing the '1999' singer perform.

Wilde wrote: "Once, Prince yelled from the stage that I could dance. He was likely yelling to the girl behind me, but it's still my happiest moment. RIP."

Munn posted: "I got to see @prince in concert this past summer and I was blown away by his talents and his generosity to his band mates, always making sure to give each one their individual moment to shine on stage. He defined the word ARTIST. My thoughts go out to his friends and family. Rest in love, #Prince.(sic)"

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