TRIBUTES TO HAWKINS POUR IN

As the news of Taylor Hawkins’ death broke, more and more people paid tribute via social media. Among them were Weezer, Pearl Jam and the First Lady.

On Saturday, the day after the Foo Fighters drummer was found dead in his hotel room in Bogotá, Columbia, Miley Cyrus, Elton John, Slash and Liam Gallagher remembered him from the stage.

Phil Collen of Def Leppard posted on Facebook: “Just heard the tragic news about Taylor and having known him for about 30 years, this hit home pretty hard. Taylor was the sweetest, funniest guy, so I watched with joy and excitement as he progressed from working in a local music store to playing with Alanis Morissette and ultimately joining up with Dave and the Foos. His talent grew exponentially as did his success, but he always remained just like that kid I would see at Laguna Beach with his boogie board. He will be incredibly missed. Much love to his family and bandmates.”

Following is a sampling of the outpouring. Earlier condolences can be found here.

We are terribly sorry to learn of the loss of our friend and musical brother Taylor Hawkins. So sorry to his family, Dave and the Foo family, and to the legions of his fans. Like everyone who knew him, we loved him. Rock Music wont be the same without him. pic.twitter.com/MXE5yGmy2O

— weezer (@Weezer) March 26, 2022

LAST NIGHTS SHOW IN BRAZIL IS DEDICATED TO MY FRIEND & LEGEND #TAYLORHAWKINS 🦅 pic.twitter.com/jnDIWerf7X

— Miley Cyrus (@MileyCyrus) March 27, 2022

“First of all, he was a great fucking guy - a fucking sweetheart. He was a good friend and a kickass drummer.”

—Slash paying tribute to Taylor Hawkins in Orlando last night pic.twitter.com/lLMy1Baqp6

— J. ⚡️ (@TheGNRGiirl) March 27, 2022

“Long live Taylor Hawkins. He enriched my life as a dear friend & fellow musician. He brought so much joy to the world of music, he will be forever missed. Our deepest condolences to Alison, Shane, Annabelle & Everleigh Hawkins & the entire Foo Fighters family.”
📸: Ross Halfin pic.twitter.com/ZsnqmjmPaW

— Pearl Jam 🇺🇦 (@PearlJam) March 26, 2022

Liam Gallagher dedicated ‘Live Forever’ to Taylor Hawkins tonight ❤️

What an incredible photo

📸 geraintjohn_ pic.twitter.com/UhuTJkemCw

— Mainly Oasis (@mainlyoasis) March 26, 2022

One of the greatest things I’ve EVER seen is TAYLOR HAWKINS & DAVE GROHL inducting RUSH into the Rock Hall of Fame 🤘❤️

Hawkins ATTACKING that kit playing 2112 with Neil, Alex & Geddy looking on, then joining them on stage 😮#RIPTaylorHawkins 💔🥁@rushtheband @foofighters pic.twitter.com/rtWyCVMa8s

— Kevin Smith (@Global_Smith) March 26, 2022

Elton John dedicated his performance of “Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me” to Taylor Hawkins and his family. pic.twitter.com/7h2IZeMCLW

— Consequence (@consequence) March 27, 2022

Prince and the @FooFighters shared a mutual appreciation, culminating in Prince performing "Best Of You" during his @SuperBowl show and the Foos' epic tribute at the #GRAMMYs Salute to Prince. Taylor Hawkins shined in that performance, as he did every time he got on stage. pic.twitter.com/An7xxLCYF5

— Prince (@prince) March 26, 2022

God bless Taylor peace and love to all his family and the band peace and love. 😎✌️🌟❤️🎶🌈☮️ pic.twitter.com/wn2izxn4Vd

— #RingoStarr (@ringostarrmusic) March 26, 2022

I can't find the words...
Taylor you were my little brother. I love you man. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and the band. pic.twitter.com/19CJs0WHcH

— Joe Walsh (@JoeWalsh) March 26, 2022

A ferocious drummer, dedicated father, and dear friend gone far too soon.

Sending love to Taylor Hawkins’ family and fans of the Foo Fighters everywhere.

— Jill Biden (@FLOTUS) March 26, 2022

#TaylorHawkins pic.twitter.com/YfnZvRCDg4

— Stevie Nicks (@StevieNicks) March 26, 2022

Taylor Hawkins was such an incredibly positive source of music, energy and love, and a true artist to his very core...there are simply no words to adequately express just how much he will be missed by all - including Alex, myself & entire Rush family. 💔 https://t.co/u8anYMZZXk

— Rush (@rushtheband) March 27, 2022

I’m greatly saddened today after hearing the news about TAYLOR HAWKINS. He was one of those absoloutly rare people ya just couldn’t help feeling good around him. You see he loved his family and life thru and thru… And he was a ripping drummer… TAYLOR you will be missed!! pic.twitter.com/GYVPlAyEc4

— Joe Perry (@JoePerry) March 26, 2022