Ben Hider/Getty ImagesNew York Times critic and media columnist David Carr died Thursday night after collapsing in the paper's newsroom. He was 58.
The legendary journalist became best known for his Monday column, The Media Equation, in which he discussed trends and developments in publishing, social media and television. He also covered some pop culture for the Times, bylining The Carpetbagger, in which he wrote about the "news and nonsense" from the red carpet during awards season.
Needless to say, his impact was vast and now celebrities are turning out in waves to honor the mega-talented writer.
"He was the finest media reporter of his generation, a remarkable and funny man who was one of the leaders of our newsroom," said executive editor Dean Baquet in a memo to staff.
Journalist Anderson Cooper retweeted the news about Carr's death and added, "A complete original," while Arianna Huffington tweeted, "Heartbroken about David Carr's death. Great journalist, but more important, great human being."
"Will miss him," she added.
Singer Josh Groban also turned to social media to express his sadness, writing, "Just one of the brightest and boldest. I admired his writing and HIS story so much. What a loss. RIP @carr2n."
Broadcast journalist Katie Couric is still in disbelief over 60 Minutes' Bob Simon's passing, as she couldn't believe how journalism could lose such major icons in one week.
"My Dad used to say 'No man knows his time or place.' Another huge loss 4 journalism-David Carr-of @nytimes-quirky, irreverent & insightful," she tweeted.
Carr joined the Times in 2002 as a business reporter covering the magazine publishing industry. Prior to joining the famous paper he worked as a contributing writer for The Atlantic Monthly and New York magazine.
He lived in Montclair, NJ, with his wife, Jill Rooney Carr, and their daughter, Maddie. He also has twin daughters, Erin and Meagan.