Sherman Hemsley, the lovable former star of The Jeffersons, passed away at the age of 74 today.
And in response a number of celebrities have Tweeted their condolence and sent their sympathies…
Russell Simmons: “RIP Sherman Hemsley aka George Jefferson. rest peacefully in the de-luxe apartment in the sky…”
Nicki Minaj: “Wow. Sending LOVE”
Alyssa Milano: “Rest in Peace (in a delux apartment in the sky), Sherman Hemsley.”
Holly Robinson Peete: “Sherman Helmsley was a pioneer in TV-feel blessed to have known and worked with him… Well Done. Rest With Angels Sherman …”
Terrell Owens: RIP Sherman Hemsley!! I grew up watching the Jeffersons as many of us did & he along w/that cast will be one to be remembered. #RIPGeorge”
Josh Duhamel: “RIP Sherman Hemsley. #MovinOnUp to heaven now.”
KevinSmith: “G’bye, Sherman Hemsley. Your George Jefferson was so beloved, it earned you your own successful sitcom! Huge bucket of win! Move on up, sir.”
Jeffrey Ross: “Sherman Helmsley moved on up. Roast in peace, funny man.”