News of the death of Motörhead founder and bassist Lemmy spread quickly Monday evening after it was first reported by radio personality Eddie Trunk and confirmed via Motorhead’s official Facebook page.
An outpouring of love and remembrances by fellow musicians followed including posts by Ozzy Osbourne and Nikki Sixx.
Nikki Sixx:
I’ll miss you buddy and our conversations. You were always a pilar of dignity. RIP #Lemmy pic.twitter.com/da7YV08V1W
— ❌ Nikki Sixx ❌ (@NikkiSixx) December 29, 2015
Fast Eddie Clarke:
I have just been told that Lemmy has passed away in LA.Like Phil, he was like a brother to me. I am devastated.We did…
Posted by Fast Eddie Clarke Official on Monday, December 28, 2015
Eddie Trunk:
In all of my decades in the business you’d be hard pressed to find anyone who truly personified rock like Lemmy. One of a kind. #RIPLemmy
— Eddie Trunk (@EddieTrunk) December 29, 2015
Ozzy Osbourne:
Lost one of my best friends, Lemmy, today. He will be sadly missed. He was a warrior and a legend. I will see you on the other side. — Ozzy Osbourne (@OzzyOsbourne) December 29, 2015
Rachel Bolan (Skid Row):
R.I.P.This is a horrible day for Rock and Roll
Posted by Rachel Bolan II on Monday, 28 December 2015
