Philip Seymour Hoffman: Celebrities React to Star's Death on Twitter

February 3, 2014 4:37 PM EST

Oscar-winning actor and director Philip Seymour Hoffman was found dead in his New York City apartment Sunday, Feb. 2. Celebrities took to Twitter to mourn his passing.

Philip Seymour Hoffman. Unbearably, shockingly, deeply sad. Words fail to describe his life and our loss.
— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) February 2, 2014

Philip Seymour Hoffman. This is so unbearably sad.
— Tom Hiddleston (@twhiddleston) February 2, 2014

Love and prayers for Philip Seymour Hoffman's family. Addiction kills, I hope all who need it have access to abstinence based recovery.
— Russell Brand (@rustyrockets) February 2, 2014

Such shocking & sad news.
RIP Philip Seymour Hoffman. One of the greatest actors of a generation and a sweet, funny & humble man.
— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) February 2, 2014

heartbroken and shocked. what a true loss. rest in peace, Philip Seymour Hoffman
— Elijah Wood (@elijahwood) February 2, 2014

I am incredibly saddened by the passing of Philip Seymour Hoffman. I loved his versatility and energy as a performer. #RIP
— Melissa Joan Hart (@MelissaJoanHart) February 2, 2014

Philip Seymour Hoffman was a huge inspiration to many people, rest in peace.
— Asa (@asabfb) February 2, 2014

Celebrities React To Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Death on Twitter

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