The family of Aretha Franklin have released a statement: “We are not able to find the appropriate words to express the pain in our heart … we have felt your love for Aretha and it brings us comfort to know that her legacy will live on” pic.twitter.com/38MevdSODT

— The Speaker (@TweetTheSpeaker) August 16, 2018

ARETHA FRANKLIN 1942-2018: Former president and first lady Barack and Michelle Obama have released a statement following the death of the #QueenOfSoul Aretha Franklin pic.twitter.com/lU80Ev7Znx

— The Speaker (@TweetTheSpeaker) August 16, 2018

ARETHA FRANKLIN 1942-2018: U.S. president Donald Trump leads tributes to the legendary soul singer pic.twitter.com/ScQa0CUrxO

— The Speaker (@TweetTheSpeaker) August 16, 2018

ARETHA FRANKLIN 1942-2018: Adele, who's song 'Rolling in the Deep' was covered by Aretha Franklin in 2014, has paid tribute to the #QueenOfSoul: "Absolutely heartbroken" pic.twitter.com/VixvWspgf0

— The Speaker (@TweetTheSpeaker) August 16, 2018

Mourning the loss today of @ArethaFranklin who shared her spirit and talent with the world. She deserves not only our RESPECT but also our lasting gratitude for opening our eyes, ears and hearts. Rest in eternal peace, my friend.

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) August 16, 2018

Let’s all take a moment to give thanks for the beautiful life of Aretha Franklin, the Queen of our souls, who inspired us all for many many years. She will be missed but the memory of her greatness as a musician and a fine human being will live with us forever. Love Paul pic.twitter.com/jW4Gpwfdts

— Paul McCartney (@PaulMcCartney) August 16, 2018

RIP Aretha Franklin what a voice x

— Liam Gallagher (@liamgallagher) August 16, 2018

Salute to the Queen. The greatest vocalist I've ever known. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 #Aretha

— John Legend (@johnlegend) August 16, 2018

We’ll miss you Queen. #ArethaQueenForever pic.twitter.com/hus3lw5pwG

— Oprah Winfrey (@Oprah) August 16, 2018

We’re saddened by the loss of Aretha Franklin. Asteroid 249516 Aretha, found by our NEOWISE mission and named after the singer to commemorate the #QueenOfSoul, will keep orbiting beyond Mars. See more details: https://t.co/NlW4vkmKDq pic.twitter.com/yZ0E5ofSQT

— NASA (@NASA) August 16, 2018