Stars React to Death of Celine Dion's Husband Rene Angelil

Celebrities took to social media to show their support for the late musician's family.

It's a sad day for Celine Dion.

When news broke that her husband and former manager, René Angélil, died on Thursday at 73 after a long battle with throat cancer, the stars immediately took to social media to share their grief and show their support for the Canadian singer’s family.


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Songwriter Diane Warren, who penned many songs for Dion, including her Grammy-winning hit "Because You Loved Me," thanked Angélil.

Former Destiny's Child member Michelle Williams offered prayers.

Dr. Mehmet Oz, from The Dr. Oz Show, also shared his condolences.


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actor Devan Sawa, who is also Canadian, said he wished he could give Dion a "big hug."


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See how other stars paid their respects in the touching messages posted to Twitter and Instagram below.