On Saturday evening, following the news of Chuck Berry’s death, classic rockers took to social media to pay tribute to the man considered one of the founding fathers of rock and roll.

Chuck Berry. Maybe the most important figure in all of rock and roll. His music and his influence will last forever. – Huey

— Huey Lewis (@Huey_Lewis_News) March 18, 2017

Heart broken to hear of the passing of Chuck Berry. He was undisputedly the king. A moment of… https://t.co/sR8A2YMnq0

— Slash (@Slash) March 18, 2017

So sad ~ with the passing of Chuck Berry comes the end of an era ?. He was one of the best and my inspiration ?, a true character indeed. pic.twitter.com/OnT8YXZpPn

— Ronnie Wood (@ronniewood) March 18, 2017

The Rolling Stones are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Chuck Berry. He was a true pioneer of rock'n'roll & a massive influence. pic.twitter.com/RT4NZH3KeQ

— The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) March 18, 2017

"Go, go, go Little Queenie…" #RIPChuckBerry pic.twitter.com/Hu7w0iGUEO

— Queen (@QueenWillRock) March 18, 2017

Hail Hail Chuck Berry!!! None of us would have been here without you. Rock on brother! https://t.co/tOMuQzUgPX

— Lenny Kravitz (@LennyKravitz) March 18, 2017