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Ringo Starr (ex-drummer for the Beatles):
»God bless Charlie Watts.
We will miss you man
Peace and love from your family. "
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2/10
Paul McCartney (ex-Beatles singer):
“I knew he was sick.
But not how serious it is.
My condolences to the Stones.
It's a hard blow to them because Charlie was a rock and an amazing drummer.
Like a solid rock. "
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3/10
Elton John (singer):
»What a sad day.
Charlie Watts was the ultimate drummer.
The most stylish guy and such a pleasant company. "
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4/10
Brian Wilson (Beach Boys singer):
“I'm shocked to hear this from Charlie.
I don't know what to say.
I am so sorry for his family.
Charlie was a great drummer and I loved the music of the Stones.
They made great records.
Love and blessings. "
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5/10
Duran Duran (British band and eighties legends):
»So sad to hear of Charlie Watts's death.
An absolute inspiration to droves of drummers since the sixties.
A man of dignity, style, grace and poise. "
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6/10
Lenny Kravitz (musician):
»The Beat of the Stones.
There are no suitable words, each groove has spoken for itself. "
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Sherly Crow (musician):
»A hero has passed away.
No words.
There is a huge hole in the universe. "
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8/10
Bryan Adams (musician):
»Rest in peace, Charlie Watts.
One of the greatest rock drummers of all time and a real gentleman. "
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9/10
Joan Jett (musician):
»Charlie Watts was the most elegant and dignified drummer in rock and roll.
He played exactly what was needed - no more, no less.
He is unique."
Photo: Carlo Allegri / AP
10/10
Nickelback (band):
»Everyone who loves music has lost a real pioneer of rock and roll.
A devoted performer and an even better person.
There is so much to be said about Charlie - but now let's listen to the greatest gift he has given us all: his music. "
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