Reaction from musicians and celebrities to the death of rock superstar Tom Petty, who died Monday after suffering cardiac arrest at this Malibu home: — "I'm shocked and saddened by the news of Tom's passing, he's such a huge part of our musical history, there'll never be another like him." — Eric Clapton in a statement. Aerosmith drummer Joey Kramer on Twitter: Rocker Rich Springfield simply posted: Def Leppard singer Joe Elliot on Twitter: Rocker Jack Johnson posted: Rocker Alice Cooper, on Twitter: — "I feel Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers is the best American rock band, ever. He is both a peer and an inspiration to me. I am heartbroken at his passing, and my deep sympathy goes out to his family and loved ones." — REO Speedwagon's Keith Cronin on Facebook. Singer Richard Marx on Twitter: KISS frontman Gene Simmons posted on Instagram: Rocker Ryan Adams on Twitter: Sir Elton John also posted: Actor-comedian David Spade on Twitter: — "Tom was a true rock and roll purist, both in his music and his defiant spirit. With the Heartbreakers, his infectious riffs, rebellious personality, and inventive songwriting brought a new urgency to rock traditions and fueled a now legendary career and some of the most memorable music of the last four decades." — Recording Academy President/CEO Neil Portnow in a statement. _______________ <strong>Read more:</strong> _______________
