Stars Pay Tribute To Joan Rivers Via Social Media

(CBS NEWS) – Joan Rivers is being remembered as a "trailblazer," a "pioneer" and "one of a kind."

Tributes are pouring in for the legendary comedian and TV personality, who died Thursday at age 81.

"My mother's greatest joy in life was to make people laugh," her daughter, Melissa Rivers, said. "Although that is difficult to do right now, I know her final wish would be that we return to laughing soon."

Rivers' TV home -- E! and NBCUniversal -- released a statement: "For decades Joan has made people laugh, shattered glass ceilings and revolutionized comedy. She was unapologetic and fiercely dedicated to entertaining all of us and has left an indelible mark on the people that worked with her and on her legions of fans. She's been a much beloved member of the E! family for over 20 years and the world is less funny without her in it. Today our hearts are heavy knowing Joan will not be bounding through the doors."

As the outpouring of tweets suggest, Rivers touched the hearts of many, serving as a mentor and an inspiration.

See how she's being remembered:

It is with sadness that I received the news that Joan Rivers has passed away. My deep condolences to her daughter...

Posted by George Takei on Thursday, September 4, 2014

Joan Rivers was my dear friend and I will miss her but I will always remember the laughter and friendship she brought into my life.

Posted by Liza Minnelli on Thursday, September 4, 2014

I love this ballsy, funny, generous, shrewd, unpredictable and loyal woman. I grew up in awe of her as she filled in for...

Posted by Andy Cohen on Thursday, September 4, 2014

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