Friends and colleagues pay tribute to Meat Loaf



Meat Loaf died on January 20 at the age of 74. As the world learned of his passing, the singer's friends and colleagues remembered him on social media.

Had so much fun with Meatloaf when we did Dead Ringer. I am very sorry for his family, friends, and fans. Is it possible that the arts are dying every other day?

Boy George wrote about Meatloaf. Prayers for his family and friends. He turned me upside down in a Chinese restaurant.

John Rich wrote a lengthy tribute to Meat Loaf, saying that he contributed more to the American music and theatrical scene than almost anyone else. He fought through a rough childhood and pursued his dreams. He was a genius creator and a miracle talent. An American original. He urged the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to change its mind about Meat Loaf being in the hall.

Bonnie Tyler was shocked and sad by the death of Meat Loaf. He was a larger than life character with a voice and stage presence to match and was one of the rare people who was a one off talent and personality. Rest in peace.

Marlee Matlin shared a photo of herself with Meat Loaf and wrote, "He was passionate." A softie. Kind. And talented. He was a friend of mine. My heart is in pieces. Meat Loaf, my friend.

Stephen Fry wrote, "I hope paradise is as you remember it from the dashboard light, Meat Loaf." I did a sketch with him on Saturday Live way back in the last century.

Jim Steinman, Meat Loaf's long-time partner, died in 2021. Meat Loaf said at the time, "I don't want to die, but I may die this year because of Jim."