Music Stars, Pop Culture Icons, Journalists Mourn Loss Of Rocker Eddie Money
LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) -- Stars from the worlds of music and pop culture stopped on Friday to reflect on the news that rock star and hit maker Eddie Money had died.
Money died Friday at the age of 70 from cancer.
Reaction to his death ranged from mournful about his life to those who said they owed him an inspirational nod for his music style.
And, of course, there was a special memory from Ronnie Spector who sang famously on "Take me Home Tonight," one of Money's biggest hits.
RIP my friend. Memories like this and your music will live forever. Our love goes out to your wonderful family. I know you and Bill are rocking.May every cover band play an Eddie Money song tonight. #RIP #MoneyMan #HeavensRockin pic.twitter.com/rWUSrXSRb2
— Sammy Hagar (@sammyhagar) September 13, 2019
With a string of immortal hits, Eddie Money ignored trends and hit FM paydirt time and time again https://t.co/GC1Zulq2XG pic.twitter.com/oY5eFrUlRD
— Rolling Stone (@RollingStone) September 14, 2019
My deepest condolences go out to the family & friends of @ImEddieMoney. My thoughts & prayers are with you. #EddieMoney pic.twitter.com/k9jP24vC9x
— Bret Michaels (@bretmichaels) September 13, 2019
You are already missed Eddie Money RIP pic.twitter.com/5w9Nt6GHKb
— Legends Of Classic Rock (@lofcr1) September 13, 2019
#EddieMoney RIP. May his family and friends take solace in knowing he made great music and memories for so many. Condolences and may his music live on for a long time.
— Christopher C. Cuomo (@ChrisCuomo) September 13, 2019
So sad to hear our rock and roll brother Eddie Money passed away this morning. Love to your family and great memories of you Eddie ❤❤️❤️
— Rick Springfield (@rickspringfield) September 13, 2019
I grew up listening to this legend. Such a lovely man, sending love and ???? to his family. #RIP #EddieMoney #TwoTicketstoParadise pic.twitter.com/4jePwyLo9i
— Jenni Pulos (@Jennipulos) September 14, 2019
Years ago, #EddieMoney was kind enough to invite me onstage to sing Two Tickets to Paradise at the Fairgrounds in Billings, MT. RIP Eddie
— Wally Kurth (@wallykurth) September 13, 2019
RIP Eddie Mahoney ???? #EddieMoney pic.twitter.com/ZKEvOPjUZj
— Melissa Maxx (@djmelissamaxx) September 13, 2019
EDDIE MONEY RIP. So sad to hear of his passing. I remember his first album which I LOVED. A fine singer through the years. My condolences to his family. pic.twitter.com/j22zMQfBXp
— Paul Stanley (@PaulStanleyLive) September 13, 2019
One of my favorite artists ever. I never had the opportunity to meet #eddiemoney imeddiemoney but his music and his heart will live on. RIP Eddie, Love & Respect????❤️ https://t.co/hF5iZ6pfnE
— MichaelSweet Stryper (@michaelhsweet) September 13, 2019
Rest In Peace My Dear Friend Eddie Money. I was so honored to be one of your background singers.
— Maureen McCormick (@MoMcCormick7) September 13, 2019
Sending all my heartfelt condolences to Laurie and the family.Thinking of you and sending my love.
RIP #EddieMoney
— Ryan Adams (@TheRyanAdams) September 13, 2019
Travel safe back to the stars above
Oh man pic.twitter.com/Rul3pEa4go
Sad news this morning
— Charlie Daniels (@CharlieDaniels) September 13, 2019
Eddie Money has passed away
Rest in peace Buddy
Eddie Money was a great rock 'n' roll singer. Catskills funny and a cool cat persona. Irreverent and reverential about rock 'n' roll. One ticket to paradise. He will be missed. Much love to his family and friends. RIP pic.twitter.com/bfvybNagSD
— Michael Des Barres (@MDesbarres) September 13, 2019