"Sad beyond words": Celebrities react to Alan Thicke's death
Actor Alan Thicke, known as the father on the 1980s sitcom “Growing Pains,” died Tuesday at the age of 69.
Over his prolific career, Thicke worked not only on “Growing Pain,” but more recently did cameos on “How I Met Your Mother” and “Fuller House.” He also worked as a song composer, with credits including the theme song to “Diff’rent Strokes.”
Thicke is also the father of Grammy Award-winning singer Robin Thicke.
Thicke’s youngest son, Carter Thicke, who worked with his father on “Unusually Thicke,” tweeted that he “lost my best friend and my idol.”
Today I lost my best friend and my idol, and the world lost one of it's finest. You are a legend and I love you Pops. Until next time. pic.twitter.com/ZQd2NZMTx4
— Carter Thicke (@CarterThicke) December 14, 2016
Candace Cameron Bure, who recently acted alongside Thicke during his appearance on “Fuller House,” took to Twitter to express her grief.
“I’m sad beyond words that Alan Thicke has passed away,” she wrote.
I'm sad beyond words that Alan Thicke has passed away. I've known you since I was 8 years old… https://t.co/GLXSTK1nd7
— Candace Cameron Bure (@candacecbure) December 14, 2016
As news of his death spread, other celebrities reacted on social media.
So sad is the passing of Alan Thicke. Such a good husband, father, brother, and friend. He will be deeply missed. Rest in peace dear Alan.
— bob saget (@bobsaget) December 14, 2016
The NHL family is sad to learn of the passing of longtime hockey fan Alan Thicke. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/5ADyWRksuf
— NHL (@NHL) December 14, 2016
I am incredibly sad to hear about the passing of my friend @Alan_Thicke He was always helping others. Thoughts & prayers to Tanya and family
— Dennis Haskins (@mrbelding) December 14, 2016
sad to learn of Alan Thicke's passing. he was a great friend over the years. thoughts & prayers to his family.
— Ryan Seacrest (@RyanSeacrest) December 14, 2016
RIP Alan Thicke. We skated side by side for years. Say hello to Gordie and The Rocket for me. Our Canadian Mounties sketch @jimmykimmel pic.twitter.com/YE5SiFRtsf
— Dave Coulier (@DaveCoulier) December 14, 2016
My heart goes out to the Thicke family. Really sad news. A lot of us grew up with Alan as practically part of our families. #ripalanthicke
— LeAnn Rimes Cibrian (@leannrimes) December 14, 2016