James Gandolfini, famed for his ‘Tony Soprano’  performance was on a father-son trip with his teenage son when the actor and producer, 51, was found dead, alledgedly due to a heart attack.

With the news of Gandolfini’s passing, Hollywood turned to social media platforms like Twitter to pay tribute:

 

 
Olivia Wilde
James Gandolfini was a kind, funny, wonderful guy. I’m so lucky to have worked with him. Sending love to his family. Such a sad, sad day.

Debra Messing
Heartbreaking news about James Gandolfini… Shocking. HUGE loss. Kind, humble, and a Singular Talent. Rest in Peace.

Susan Sarandon
So sad to lose James Gandolfini. One of the sweetest, funniest, most generous actors I’ve ever worked with. Sending prayers to his family.

Ewan McGregor
Jesus. The world just lost one of its great actors. James Gandolfini has passed away. Thoughts to his family. Such a talent. I’m saddened.

Michael Chiklis
James Gandolfini. This is a tremendous loss. A brilliant actor and a wonderful man. Our deepest sympathies to his family. Devastating.

Katey Segal
Speechless. James Gandolfini. Really sad… Hug the kids.

Ron Perlman
Sweet journey home, James Gandolfini… The brightest stars burn the fastest….

Steve Carell
James Gandolfini. What a great loss.Christina ApplegateI am so deeply saddened by the untimely passing of sweet James Gandolfini! My heart is broken for his family!! I’m in shock