Stars react to acting legend Christopher Lee's death
News broke this morning that renowned British actor Christopher Lee died Sunday at the age of 93. Lee was best known for his roles in the "Lord of the Rings," "Star Wars," and "The Hobbit" franchises, as well as in the 1974 James Bond film "The Man with the Golden Gun." Earlier in his career, he made a name for himself playing Dracula in a series of Hammer Horror films.
Friends, celebrities, and actors alike have all taken to social media this morning to share their grievances and to pay tribute to the well-respected actor.
See a hand full of their posts below.
"Lord of the Rings" co-star, Elijah Wood:
An extraordinary man and life lead, Sir Christopher Lee. You were an icon, and a towering human being with stories for days. We'll miss you.
— Elijah Wood (@elijahwood) June 11, 2015
UK Prime Minister, David Cameron:
PM: Saddened to hear of Sir Christopher Lee's death, a titan of Golden Age of Cinema & distinguished WW2 veteran who'll be greatly missed
— UK Prime Minister (@10DowningStreet) June 11, 2015
Lee's "Lord of the Rings" co-star, Dominic Monaghan:
So so sorry to hear that #christopherlee has passed away. He was a fascinating person. Threw a bic pen into a tree in front of me. #legend
— Dominic Monaghan. (@DomsWildThings) June 11, 2015
Mayor of London, Boris Johnson:
Really sad to hear about the death of Christopher Lee, one of the greatest British actors and a master of the macabre pic.twitter.com/q5UUhc7xId
— Mayor of London (gov.uk/coronavirus) (@MayorofLondon) June 11, 2015
Singer, Bryan Adams:
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"NCIS" actor, Michael Weatherly:
Scaramenga. RIP Sir Christopher Lee dies at 93 - latest reaction and tributes - via @Telegraphhttp://t.co/lBDJaKcMTe
— Michael Weatherly (@M_Weatherly) June 11, 2015
Actor, Josh Gad:
Goodbye #ChristopherLee. Thank you for leaving behind a legacy that will be revisited for generations to come. #Saruman#Scaramanga#Mummy
— Josh Gad (@joshgad) June 11, 2015
Author of "Neverwhere," the adaptation of which starred Lee, Neil Gaiman:
I wish I'd met Sir Christopher Lee. I was so lucky & proud to have had him play the Earl in @BBCRadio4 Neverwhere. Great actor, great loss.
— Neil Gaiman (@neilhimself) June 11, 2015
British Actor, Paddy Considine:
