Cory Monteith Dead: ‘Glee’ Fans React To Devastating News
Cory Monteith, one of the stars of the show Glee, was found dead last night inside of his hotel room in Vancouver, Canada. The unexpected news rocked the Glee community, especially the 31-year-old actor’s co-stars.
Monteith, who was dating his former co-star Lea Michele, had reportedly been struggling with addiction for years. Still, his death at age 31 shocked his co-stars and his fans. Twitter quickly filled up with prayers and supportive messages directed at Monteith’s family, his girlfriend Lea, and the rest of the cast on the hit Fox show.
Kaley Cuoco writes: “Please tell me it’s not true. No words. Prayers. Thoughts w his family. This is terrible. Can’t speak.”
Kristen Chenoweth, who guest starred on Glee, wrote: “RIP CoryMontieth. You will be loved. Always.”
“Cory Monteith” and “Glee” have been the two top trending terms on Twitter since news broke about the actor’s death. Spending a minute on the site reveals a constant outpouring of sadness from Gleeks around the world. Celebrities like Rihanna, Ellen Degeneres and Sarah Hyland have also posted messages about Monteith’s death.
Rihanna writes: Cory Monteith, may your spirit be at peace, and may you fly with the angels… Heartbreaking, my prayers are with all of his loved ones!
Ellen writes: My heart breaks for the friends and family of Cory Monteith. What a loss.
Hyland adds: Still saddened and shocked by the passing of Cory Monteith. My thoughts are with his family and friends. #GoneTooSoon
Of course, Monteith’s former and current co-stars have also been posting messages about their late friend. Here are some of the comments made in the wake of Monteith’s death.
How sad to read about Cory Monteith passing away. What a shame. He was a lovely, kind, talented guy and will be missed.
— Neil Patrick Harris (@ActuallyNPH) July 14, 2013
One of the kindest people I’ve ever met! My heart breaks for Cory’s family and loved ones… You will be missed and forever loved Cory!
— Julianne Hough (@juliannehough) July 14, 2013
We are deeply saddened by this tragic news. Cory was an exceptional talent and an even more exceptional person.
— GLEE (@GLEEonFOX) July 14, 2013
He was a true joy to work with and we will all miss him tremendously. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones.
— GLEE (@GLEEonFOX) July 14, 2013
Remembering Cory Monteith. pic.twitter.com/g6uvRGqJMg
— GLEE (@GLEEonFOX) July 14, 2013
Speechless. And for the worst reason.
— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) July 14, 2013
RIP Cory Monteith. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones.
— Eric Stonestreet (@ericstonestreet) July 14, 2013
I just heard the news.This is so sad. My heart goes out to his family & friends, specially Lea Michelle.Rest in peace Cory #RipCoryMonteith
— Ricky Martin (@ricky_martin) July 14, 2013
I am shocked and deeply saddened by the heartbreaking news about Cory Monteith. My heart goes out to his family and Lea Michelle.
— The Real Paula Abdul (@PaulaAbdul) July 14, 2013
So sad to hear the news about Cory Monteith. Praying for his family and friends.
— Nick Jonas (@nickjonas) July 14, 2013
Shocked and saddened by the tragic death of Cory Monteith. All my love to his family, friends & girlfriend. #TooSoon
— oliviamunn (@oliviamunn) July 14, 2013
Rest in peace Cory. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones. Our prayers are with you.
— Katy Perry (@katyperry) July 14, 2013