UPDATED: Hollywood Remembers Elizabeth Taylor

Following the news of Elizabeth Taylor’s passing at age 79, Hollywood reacted with an outpouring of love and fond memories for The Dame.

“Liz was a dear friend. Thoughtful… generous… and forever beautiful. She was a great legendary lady of Hollywood and she will be mourned worldwide. My heartfelt prayers and thoughts are with her family.” – Julie Andrews, in a statement to Access Hollywood

“We have just lost a Hollywood giant; more importantly, we have lost an incredible human being.” – Elton John, in a statement to Access Hollywood

“I am so sorry to hear that this great legend has passed. I admired and respected her not only as an actress but for her amazing and inspiring work as an AIDS activist. She was one of a kind.” –Madonna, in a statement to Access Hollywood

“A woman who rarely did things in half measure. Elizabeth lived her life to the fullest, whether by loving to the fullest or while also giving us some of the most memorable performances ever on film. A devoted mother many times over and even very briefly a step mother to my brother Todd and myself, loyal to the lifelong friends surrounding her- even with all this she found time to become one of the earliest champions for those living with HIV. If my father had to divorce my mother for anyone- I’m so grateful that it was Elizabeth. This was a remarkable woman who led her life to the fullest rather than complacently following one around. She will be missed but never forgotten.” – Carrie Fisher, in a statement to Access Hollywood

“She was a true star, because she not only had beauty and notoriety; Elizabeth Taylor had talent. As a friend she was always, always there for me. I’ll miss her for the rest of my life, but I was so lucky to have known her.” – Liza Minnelli, in a statement to Access Hollywood

“A legend – a leader in the fight against AIDS – a beauty inside and out – I will miss her.” — Rosie O’Donell, in a statement to Access Hollywood

“Elizabeth was the definition of greatness on all fronts. I loved her. She will be incredibly missed.” – John Travolta, in a statement to Access Hollywood

“Elizabeth Taylor was a great friend, a great star and one gutsy woman. She was so special. You won’t see the likes of her again… If Elizabeth took on a battle, she took it on 100%. She was first major celeb in the AIDS battle and she made it her cause…” – Larry King on Twitter

“The board of trustees and staff of amfAR mourn the passing of our beloved Founding International Chairman, Dame Elizabeth Taylor. Dame Elizabeth was without doubt one of the most inspirational figures in the fight against AIDS. She was among the first to speak out on behalf of people living with HIV when others reacted with fear and often outright hostility. For 25 years, Dame Elizabeth has been a passionate advocate of AIDS research, treatment and care. She has testified eloquently on Capitol Hill, while raising millions of dollars for amfAR. Dame Elizabeth’s compassion, radiance, and generosity of spirit will be greatly missed by us all. She leaves a monumental legacy that has improved and extended millions of lives and will enrich countless more for generations to come.” – amfAR

“The whole world has been in love with Elizabeth Taylor and I was fortunate enough to be one of them.” – George Hamilton, in a statement to Access Hollywood

“She was a special friend to me. Her loyalty knew no bounds. Her loss will be felt tremendously by those she touched both professionally and personally.” – Robert Wagner, in a statement to Access Hollywood

“She was an illuminator. She put human faces on issues. With her soft voice coming from that tiny frame, she held forth the giant purpose of the true meaning of love; that we are all equally valuable. With one simple movement, pulling her ever famous jewels from that beautiful face, she opened the hearts of the world not just to the condition of HIV/AIDS as she had intended but ultimately to human rights as a whole. She stood in her grace and candor and simply said the truth; that we are one, a world that must understand and accept itself. The world will not be without Dame Elizabeth Taylor, the world is becoming as she envisioned it; freer, and therefore she is not gone.” – Sharon Stone, in a statement to Access Hollywood

“We were honored to work with Elizabeth Taylor on ‘General Hospital’ Her portrayal of Helena was a defining moment for the show and an extraordinary experience for everyone involved. She was a great talent, a gracious lady, and a rare presence. We are deeply saddened by her passing and send our deepest condolences to her family and friends.” – a spokesperson for “General Hospital”

“Elizabeth Taylor was a dear friend. I knew her from our days together at MGM when she was just a teenager, and I watched her grow into one of Hollywood’s finest actresses. She was passionate – and compassionate – about everything in her life, including her family, her friends, and especially the victims of the AIDS. She was truly a legend and we will miss her.” – Former First Lady Nancy Reagan, in a statement to Access Hollywood

“RIP Elizabeth Taylor: thank you for your talent, AIDS fundraising, and fabulousness. There is nothing like a Dame” – Nia Vardalos on Twitter

“elizabeth taylor, when love was passionate, hair was always coiffed, acapulco was sizzling, and dreams we’re there for the taking” – Sandra Bernhard on Twitter

“RIP to the glamour goddess Elizabeth Taylor. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Thank you for the memories” – Khloe Kardashian on Twitter

“Elizabeth Taylor, rest in peace. What an extraordinary woman. JUST talking about ‘furious love’ yesterday. Xxxxxx” – Kate Walsh on twitter

“Elizabeth Taylor was truly one of the greats. She’ll certainly be missed.” – Joy Behar on Twitter

“Elizabeth Taylor RIP” – Ricky Martin on Twitter

“Elizabeth…thank u for the lessons u taught me about life..suffering and Joy….you are the BRIGHTEST STAR in the universe..Eternal love” – Kirstie Alley on Twitter

“Rest in peace Elizabeth Taylor. Thoughts and prayers to your family and loved ones. You will be missed.” – Denise Richards on Twitter

“Rest in peace, Elizabeth Taylor. You are a prism & will live on through all the good you did while you were with us.” – Alyssa Milano on Twitter

“R.I.P. Elizabeth Taylor an incomparable legend who will live forever.” – Mariah Carey on Twitter

“Elizabeth Taylor was an impactful person in this industry and on society as a whole. I specifically admire her charitable efforts including bringing early awareness to HIV/AIDS. Most memorable is her steadfast loyalty and unwavering friendship to my late brother Michael Jackson. Liz provided a sense of relief and comfort to my brother at various difficult times in his life, and I appreciate that, may she rest in peace.” – Tito Jackson, in a statement to Access Hollywood

“It’s the end of an era. It wasn’t just her beauty or her stardom. It was her humanitarianism. She put a face on HIV/AIDS. She was funny. She was generous. She made her life count.” – Barbra Streisand, in a statement to Access Hollywood

“It’s a terrible loss. A unique talent and a singularly spectacular individual.” – Martin Landau, in a statement to Access Hollywood

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