Hollywood Reacts To Michael Clarke Duncan’s Death

First Published: September 3, 2012 10:51 PM EDT Credit: Getty Premium

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Caption Tom Hanks poses during the ‘Larry Crowne’ photocall at ScreenSingapore 2011 in Singapore on June 11, 2011 A sampling of the outpouring of love and memories from the Hollywood and sports worlds Monday following the death of Michael Clarke Duncan, many of them on Twitter:

- “I am terribly saddened at the loss of Big Mike. He was the treasure we all discovered on the set of `The Green Mile.’ He was magic. He was a big love of man and his passing leaves us stunned.” - Tom Hanks.

- “Michael Duncan was a great actor, a great human being, and he was my very dear friend. I will miss Big Mike in a Big Way.” - Bruce Willis.

- “I’m devastated at the loss of Michael Clarke Duncan, one of the finest people I’ve ever had the privilege to work with or know. Michael was the gentlest of souls - an exemplar of decency, integrity, and kindness. The sadness I feel is inexpressible. -Frank Darabont, director of “The Green Mile.”

- “I cant believe you are gone my friend. I will miss our Lakers vs Mavs bets and texts . You will not be forgotten. RIP” - Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban.

- “Michael Clarke Duncan passes at 54. A striking screen presence.” - Film critic Roger Ebert.

- “`When something happens, we always say it happens for a reason’ Michael Clarke Duncan 12/10/57 - 9/3/12 I’ll miss you my brother..” - Dwayne Johnson.

- “I met Michael years ago and he was such a nice guy. Very sad” - Auto racing star Danica Patrick.

- “Michael Clarke Duncan always had a smile on his face & a big bear hug ready for you. My thoughts & prayers are with his family&friends. RIP” - Actress Olivia Munn.

- “RIP Michael Clarke Duncan Heaven has an amazing new angel. I will miss your smile most.” - Actress-television host Holly Robinson Peete.

- “I will miss my friend, Michael Clarke Duncan. What an incredible soldier in God’s Plan.” - Comedian-talk show host Steve Harvey.

- “I am so shocked and heart broken to hear about Michael Clarke Duncan’s passing. What a man of quality. Both in his life and his work.” - Actress Alexa Vega.

- “So so sorry to hear about Michael Clarke Duncan, accomplished actor, proud South Sider …” - ESPN host Michael Wilbon.

- “Rip Michael Clarke Duncan. We shared sum great times! C u on the other side friend… @OMAROSA praying 4 u & the fam.” - Actress-comedian Niecy Nash.

- “Just heard the news that [Michael Clarke Duncan] passed away. My prayers go out to his family and Omarosa during this very sad time.” - Former boxing champion Lennox Lewis.

- “RIP- Michael Clarke Duncan.. A really GOOD Brother, I’ll miss U Bruh.” - Former NBA star and television host John Salley.

- “Ahhh… michaelclarkeDuncan I loved you! Green Mile was epic. RIP gentlegiant” - Singer-actress Katharine McPhee.

- “Man, just watched Michael Clarke Duncan in Talladega Nights last night! RIP to a terrific actor.” - TNT Sports reporter David Aldridge.

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