Today we learned the very sad news that iconic Rush drummer Neil Peart passed away at the age of 67 after an over three-year battle with brain cancer. Fellow artists and others have taken to social media to pay tribute, including fellow drummers Lars Ulrich, Tommy Lee, Dave Grohl, Steven Drozd, Chad Smith, Questlove, Max Weinberg, Fred Armisen, Glenn Kotche, Jon Wurster, Sheila E, Dave Lombardo, Rikki Rockett, and Peter Criss, as well as Peter Frampton, Superchunk, Jack Black, Geezer Butler, , Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Mets/Dodgers catcher Mike Piazza, Dâm-Funk, Sloan, Carl Newman, Judd Apatow, Adam Sandler, Deadwood‘s W. Earl Brown, Junior Boys, Chuck D, Dave Foley, Brian Wilson, Brian Posehn, Kirk Hammett, and more. Read their messages below.
We’ve lost a legend. But his influence and legacy will live on forever in the hearts of music lovers in Canada and around the world. RIP Neil Peart. 🇨🇦
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) January 11, 2020
RIP Neil Peart pic.twitter.com/PxNZ3W5WSs
— Foo Fighters (@foofighters) January 10, 2020
Farewell to a king. pic.twitter.com/KeaC2MaPcw
— Chad Smith (@RHCPchad) January 11, 2020
Rest In Peace Neil Peart. So sad to hear.
— Peter Frampton (@peterframpton) January 10, 2020
R.I.P. Neil Peart
An extraordinary talent.Photo by @RossHalfin Photography pic.twitter.com/6hbzr794eI
— Dave Lombardo (@TheDaveLombardo) January 10, 2020
RIP Neil Peart. Idol of my first band's drummer & yet we could never cover any of their songs. Too hard! #workingman #spiritofradio #RUSH #neilpeart
— superchunk (@superchunk) January 10, 2020
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We are shocked by the passing of a true rock icon. #NeilPeart #RipNeil pic.twitter.com/qApOD6bTUw
— Sloan (@Sloanmusic) January 11, 2020
The master will be missed – Neil Peart RIP #RushForever pic.twitter.com/o4Y6chFiB3
— Jack Black (@jackblack) January 10, 2020
Thanks for opening the door, Neil. Your thunderous playing, your thoughtful lyrics, and extreme dedication were inspirational to me in every way. https://t.co/KTmS9iELRd
— Tyler Stewart (@Baldy67) January 10, 2020
Sad to hear of Neil Peart passing. RIP. pic.twitter.com/2iMWJq1uoo
— Geezer Butler (@geezerbutler) January 10, 2020
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RIP #NeilPeart You were a sensational musician, and a wonderful writer (everyone should read “Ghost Rider”) but best of all, you were a great friend to my brother from another mother @VerticalHorizon Rest easy. Matt will proudly honor your memory.
— Richard Marx (@richardmarx) January 10, 2020
R.I.P. Neil. A true legend. Your music will live on forever. God bless. #neilpeart pic.twitter.com/s3CggOl05J
— Peter Criss (@PeterCriss) January 10, 2020
My prayers and condolences to the Peart Family, Fans and Friends. Neil was a kind soul. R.I.P……. Rush Drummer Neil Peart Dead at 67 – Rolling Stone https://t.co/icYz6fnXfE
— Gene Simmons (@genesimmons) January 10, 2020
Absolutely Horrible News. Neal Peart has died after fighting brain cancer for years. His later life was filled with so much family tragedy. So, so sad. I’m just shocked. pic.twitter.com/EM4Ea1quaY
— Paul Stanley (@PaulStanleyLive) January 10, 2020
I am sadden by my friend and one of my hero’s passing today at the young age of 67. He is a legend 🙏🏽 we’re going to miss u buddy 💜 praying for his family 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/4pv6UEfLQH
— SheilaEdrummer (@SheilaEdrummer) January 10, 2020
Very sad that Rush drummer Neil Peart has passed away. He was very inspiration to anyone who loved the drums. His talent and musical arrangements will be missed as they have given so much joy to many. May God Grant you rest and peace.@rushtheband
— Mike Piazza (@mikepiazza31) January 10, 2020
It is unbelievably sad to hear that my favorite drummer of all time, Neil Peart, has left us. Very hard to find words to properly express the level of inspiration & influence he had on so so many musicians. He will forever remain at the top of my list. Farewell to a true king. pic.twitter.com/A9QkSWg2f9
— King Diamond (@kingdiamond) January 10, 2020
Godspeed #neilpeart. You will always be the Professor On The Drum Kit. R.I.P. and may God bless your legacy.
— Rikki Rockett (@RikkiRockett) January 10, 2020
R.I.P. to 1 of my 🎵 heroes: #NeilPeart. pic.twitter.com/XO2iW2mqeX
— FunK (@DaMFunK) January 10, 2020
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Devastated. HUGE influence on me as a player- as he was for so many. Such a Massive loss to the drumming community and music world. Thank you Neil Peart, my hero. RIP 🙏 pic.twitter.com/5eWHfnowzl
— Keith Carlock (@KeithCarlock) January 11, 2020
First album, first concert, first musical love. RIP Neil Peart. Thank you for being able to tap directly into the nerdy mind of young teenagers everywhere. You inspired a generation.
— Junior Boys (@Juniorboys) January 10, 2020
He was funny, too. pic.twitter.com/H4LZjLTCvD
— Jon Wurster (@jonwurster) January 10, 2020
I can’t help thinking he’s chuckling somewhere knowing hundreds of bands with gigs tonight are trying to figure out “an easy Rush song.”
— Jon Wurster (@jonwurster) January 10, 2020
At the end of a crazy @rockhall night in 2013 where @rushtheband & @PublicEnemyFTP were inducted. It was just myself & Neil PEart alone talkin & laughing low in relief the long night was over-a small table backstage sharing a unique moment without much word. Rest in Beats my man
— Chuck D (@MrChuckD) January 10, 2020
Over 20 years ago, one of my best friends John Kastner(@jeanguykastner ) brought Neil Peart to my house in Laurel Canyon. We stayed up all night drinking whiskey and talking on more subjects than I knew existed. He was the friendliest curmudgeon in the world. We’ll miss him.
— Dave Foley (@DaveSFoley) January 10, 2020
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RIP to a master 💔 #neilpeart https://t.co/B8ssS79tRS
— Kirk Hammett (@KirkHammett) January 10, 2020
So saddened by the passing of Neal Peart. Drumming legend as we all know but a truly kind man. Personally arranged for my son, Jay (then a teenager) to open at a venue in Boston for Rush. Huge for an aspiring drummer! Condolences to his family from our family
— Max Weinberg (@EStreetMax) January 10, 2020
Sadly Neil Peart passed away earlier this week. One the greatest drummers of all time. One of the founding members of one of the greatest Rock n Roll bands of all time. Rush @ZildjianCompany @EvansDrumheads @vicfirth @HumesandBerg
— KennyAronoff (@AronoffOFFICIAL) January 10, 2020
So sad to hear about Neil Peart passing. My deepest condolences to his family, friends and fans. #NeilPeart pic.twitter.com/B8tM4ZcIQQ
— Tommy Thayer (@tommy_thayer) January 10, 2020
We are very saddened to hear of Neil Peart’s passing. All our love to the family ❤
— The Tragically Hip (@thehipofficial) January 10, 2020