Michael Clarke Duncan: Celebrities react to his death

@SherriEShepherd: “So sad & shocked to hear of the death of Michael Clarke Duncan. Only 54 years old- he never recovered from his heart attack in July RIP sir ... Michael Clarke Duncan captured our hearts in “Green Mile”... I met him a few times and he was always very nice RIP ... My heart and prayers go out to you @Omarosa ... I remember you telling me how happy you & Michael Clarke Duncan were - so sorry”  (Stephen Lovekin / Getty Images)

@Fred22Jackson: “Jus heard the news about #MichaelClarkeDuncan Sending prayers and thoughts to his family!!”  (Genevieve Ross / Associated Press)

@MCHammer: “One of the best among Men on earth. A gentle Giant. Loved him. Pure class and grace. RIP my friend. #MichaelClarkeDuncan”  (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

@MarioLopezExtra: “R.I.P Michael Clarke Duncan... One of the nicest & most professional guys I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. So sad... #ClassAct”  (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)

@clarkgregg: “Really sad news. Played basketball with him. Sweetest man ever.”  (Lisa Maire / Associated Press)

@GhostPanther: “RIP Michael Clarke Duncan. You were a talented gentle giant. “  (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)

@mcuban: “I cant believe you are gone my friend. I will miss our Lakers vs Mavs bets and texts . You will not be forgotten. RIP “  (David Santiago / McClatchy-Tribune)

@beverleymitchel: “So sad to hear about Michael Clarke Duncan’s passing. Not just a great actor but a truly kind and amazing man. He will surely be missed. RIP”  (Carlos Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

@DanicaPatrick: “I met Michael years ago and he was such a nice guy. Very sad.”  (John Harrelson / Getty Images)

@ZacharyLevi: “Blessed to have had the opportunity to work with Michael Clarke Duncan while he was still with us. He was a kind soul that will be missed. “  (John Shearer / Associated Press)

@HannahSimone: “Sending love to Michael Clarke Duncan’s family. He was the first to welcome me to the Fox family with his amazing smile and huge hug. “  (Jason Merritt / Getty Images)

@hollyrpeete: “RIP Michael Clarke Duncan Heaven has an amazing new angel. I will miss your smile most”  (Todd Williamson / Associated Press)

@questlove: Damn. Michael Clarke Duncan. Gettin past 80 is the blackman’s lottery ticket. We MUST stress health or none of us will make it past 50 folks   (Mike Coppola / Getty Images)

@TheRock: “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.. “  (Theo Wargo / Getty Images)

@SethGreen: “Will miss you... Thanks for being so kind & awesome. #GenuineArticle”  (Kevin Winter / Getty Images)