Tributes flood Twitter in remembrance of Cilla Black
By Micah Sulit
Following the news of Cilla Black’s passing, tributes to the beloved showbiz icon have been pouring in from her showbiz contemporaries, friends and the people who grew up watching her on TV.
Comedian Paul O’Grady told the Liverpool Echo that Cilla was “like a sister” to him.
“Apart from her hearing she was alright. We had a week together in Barbados at the beginning of the year and I saw her on my birthday,” he said. “I thought she was well. I can’t believe it to tell you the truth.”
Here are some touching messages from Twitter:
So so sad to hear the news that we have lost one of my heroes, Cilla you were one incredible lady! Sending all my love to her family. X
— Holly Willoughby (@hollywills) August 2, 2015
This photo is even more special to me now… pic.twitter.com/nmUcArmJjO
— Holly Willoughby (@hollywills) August 2, 2015
Holly Willoughby succeeded Cilla Black as the host of ITV’s Surprise Surprise.
Deeply shocked to learn that Cilla has passed away. I hope you are now at peace lovely lady. Thank you for the lunches and the laughs x
— Carol Vorderman (@carolvorders) August 2, 2015
I am so sad and shocked by news about my good friend Cilla. She was a resplendent and rare talent. RIP #cillablack http://t.co/wsK6RtIszI
— Joan Collins (@Joancollinsdbe) August 2, 2015
Saddened to hear about the passing of Cilla Black. A true showbiz legend.
— Ronan Keating (@ronanofficial) August 2, 2015
Utterly devastated about hearing the sad news about cilla. I was lucky to know her personally and to of worked with her. Sad sad day 😞😞😞😞rip
— Duncan james (@MrDuncanJames) August 2, 2015
Cilla Black was the complete entertainer/host in an era when everyone watched TV. She was a trail blazer. RIP Cilla.
— Gabby Logan (@GabbyLogan) August 2, 2015
I've just heard the incredibly sad news that the legendary Cilla has died. So sad. A truly wonderful lady and an entertainment icon 😢
— Phillip Schofield (@Schofe) August 2, 2015
Very sad news about Cilla Black. She was an inspiration to me growing up. x
— caroline flack (@carolineflack1) August 2, 2015
Such happy memories of the wonderful time we had in Barbados dearest Cilla Black you were sharp and witty and a lorra lorra fun #cillablack
— Dame Arlene Phillips (@arlenephillips) August 2, 2015
So sad about Cilla Black. Thrilled I got to spend time with her last month. A proper television legend #cilla
— Antony Cotton MBE (@antonycotton) August 2, 2015
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