'A Class Act': Celebrities Take To Social Media To Honor Legendary Host Regis Philbin

LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) — Following news of Regis Philbin's death on Saturday, celebrities and loved ones took to social media to pay tribute.

Regis was a legendary figure in TV. There was no one like him. I used to love watching him. He was always up, always genuine, always real. God bless, Regis. #ripregis #RegisPhilbin https://t.co/mJyWwT9FJ4
— Maria Shriver (@mariashriver) July 25, 2020

A genuinely good and decent human being. R.I.P. https://t.co/CDpvKhW7rT
— Mike Barnicle (@mikebarnicle) July 25, 2020

Rest easy Regis Philbin. Great time to recycle this video of the greatest moment ever on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire pic.twitter.com/8ZrvUySUD7
— Dewey Finn (@chasecar7) July 25, 2020

Regis was a great broadcaster, a good friend and a tremendous amount of fun. He leaves behind a beautiful family and a TV legacy that will likely go unmatched. Regis, I hope our friend Rickles met you at the pearly gates with open arms and a slew of the insults you loved so much
— Jimmy Kimmel (@jimmykimmel) July 25, 2020

We are sad to learn about the passing of TV icon and fellow New Yorker, Regis Philbin. RIP pic.twitter.com/SIpYDgzPMc
— New York Mets (@Mets) July 25, 2020

RIP REGIS!!! A real icon. Nothing will ever top Regis and @KathieLGifford as a morning show. Nothing!
— billy eichner (@billyeichner) July 25, 2020

Do yourself a favor and YouTube Regis Philbin on Letterman. Some of my favorite interviews.
What a legend. RIP.
— Robbie Amell (@RobbieAmell) July 25, 2020

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