Paula Patton, Russell Simmons, Ryan Seacrest, and More React to Alan Thicke's Death

Paula Patton, Russell Simmons, Ryan Seacrest, and more react to Alan Thicke's death.

Dec 14, 2016
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TV dad Alan Thicke passed away Tuesday after reportedly suffering a heart attack while playing hockey with his 19-year-old son, Carter. He was 69 years old.

According to TMZ, an ambulance transported Thicke to Burbank’s Providence St. Joseph's Medical Center at around 11:30 a.m. PST. About 30 minutes later, he was declared dead—leaving behind his wife Tanya and three sons: Carter, Brennan, and recording artist Robin Thicke.

Shortly after his death was confirmed, friends and colleagues expressed their condolences to Thicke’s family. You can read some of the messages—including those from Russell Simmons, Demi Lovato, and his former daughter-in-law Paula Patton—below.

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— Paula Patton (@PaulaPattonXO) December 14, 2016

Had the pleasure of meeting Alan Thicke and his amazing wife Tanya a few years back.. my thoughts and prayers are with his family. RIP 😔

— Demi Lovato (@ddlovato) December 14, 2016

So sad is the passing of Alan Thicke. Such a good husband, father, brother, and friend. He will be deeply missed. Rest in peace dear Alan.

— bob saget (@bobsaget) December 14, 2016

RIP Alan Thicke who was a great talent and a genuine person. #everyonesdad

— Dane Cook (@DaneCook) December 14, 2016

RIP Alan Thicke... Loved "Growing Pains" growing up... Prayers & condolences to my bro @robinthicke

— Consequence (@ItsTheCons) December 14, 2016

Alan Thicke was always the nicest and happiest person in the room. Gone way too soon. Rest In Peace.

— Alyssa Milano (@Alyssa_Milano) December 14, 2016

To my @WifeSwap partner...I'll miss you. RIP Alan Thicke

— Gilbert Gottfried (@RealGilbert) December 14, 2016

Saddened over the loss of my friend Alan. Condolences to his family.

— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) December 14, 2016

RIP to my brother Alan Thicke. The world has lost an icon. đŸ™đŸŸ pic.twitter.com/zIK0hzjihK

— Russell Simmons (@UncleRUSH) December 14, 2016

America loved Alan Thicke. I'm so sad he's gone. Sending so much love to his family.

— Ellen DeGeneres (@EllenDeGeneres) December 14, 2016

sad to learn of Alan Thicke's passing. he was a great friend over the years. thoughts & prayers to his family.

— Ryan Seacrest (@RyanSeacrest) December 14, 2016
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