A sad day ...

Priscilla Presley and Lisa Marie Presley are speaking out to ET today on the loss of singer Isaac Hayes. Priscilla tells us: "I am shocked. We have lost not only an incredible talent but a wonderful leader to his community and a dear friend. To me there will only be one Isaac Hayes, gifting us with years of performing, writing and a voice that penetrated deep into our souls. He is to be admired for changing his life around and standing steadfast to his beliefs, his integrity and to helping others. My heart goes out to his family, his wife, Adjowa, and his beloved children, and to those who loved him for just being him. Isaac, you will be missed but never forgotten."

Priscilla's daughter Lisa Marie adds: "Isaac was one of the more genuine and beautiful souls I have had the privilege to cross paths with and befriend in this life. He was an incredible friend. This is a tragic loss. My heart goes out to his wife and children. Wherever he is going to just became a brighter and more beautiful place, and I will miss him dearly."

Hayes died today after being found unconscious in his Memphis, Tennessee home.