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'Songbird Forever': The Eagles, HAIM, Harry Styles and others pay tribute to Christine McVie

The music industry flooded social media with touching tributes to the songstress who died at the age of 79 after a 'short illness' on November 20, 2022

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM: Celebrities have been grief-stricken after the death of hitmaker Christine McVie from the legendary rock band Fleetwood Mac. The late songstress died at the age of 79 after a "short illness," according to her family. The universally loved 'songbird' was known for being the prolific force behind one of the best-known rock bands of the last 50 years.

Following the news of her death, the American rock band paid tribute to the singer-songwriter in a statement on Wednesday night, November 30. “There are no words to describe our sadness at the passing of Christine McVie. She was truly one-of-a-kind, special and talented beyond measure,” the band said. The band's best-known songs include 'Dreams', 'Go Your Own Way', and 'Everywhere'. During her legendary music career, 'Songbird' was ironically one of the last hit songs McVie sang.

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"She was the best musician anyone could have in their band and the best friend anyone could have in their life. We were so lucky to have a life with her. Individually and together, we cherished Christine deeply and are thankful for the amazing memories we have. She will be so very missed,” the band concluded. Fellow band members Stevie Nicks and Mick Fleetwood mourned McVie's loss. Steve Nicks shared a heartfelt tribute dedicated to her “best friend in the whole world since the first day of 1975.”

Popular singer Harry Styles shared a black and white pic of the hitmaker to his Instagram stories along with an emoji of a white dove and a black heart. The Eagles, whose decades-long career has paralleled Fleetwood Mac’s wrote, “We are deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Christine McVie. Hers was a vibrant, soulful spirit, and her music was, and will remain, a gift to the world. We had the utmost admiration and respect for Christine." "We send our heartfelt condolences to her family, her bandmates, and her legions of fans. The Eagles,” the band said in a statement to Variety. 

The music industry flooded social media with touching tributes to the songstress. Alana Haim from the rock band HAIM posted a series of pictures and wrote, "I’m at a loss for words…I would listen to Fleetwood Mac with my best friend Sammi Kane Kraft constantly. I wrote my verse to hallelujah to try to help me heal after she had passed. Seeing Stevie and Christine together changed my life forever and made me want to play music. I’m speechless. I love you so much Stevie, rip beautiful songbird."

The band also paid their tribute to McVie and wrote, "We write this with tears in our eyes and all over our faces. the sisterhood Stevie and Christine had was so vital to us growing up. seeing two strong women support each other in our favorite band has had such a huge impact on us throughout our lives. from playing 'say that you love me' in rockinhaim since 1999 to seeing christine sing “over my head” live in 2015, she has been a constant inspiration. rip beautiful songbird ❤️❤️❤️."

Hearts lead singer Ann Wilson wrote on Instagram, “Christine was a gem. Soulful, classy and a beautiful songwriter. ’Over my head’ was always my sultry, angelic favorite. Bon Voyage sweet soul!" - Ann."

English new Wave Band Duran Duran paid tribute to the songstress and wrote, "So so sad to hear about Christine McVie an artist I held dear and close to my heart. One of the greatest all time songwriters, singers, and band members, she radiated both purity and sass in equal measure, bringing light to the music of the 70s. RIP. - John."

Former President Bill Clinton too shared a touching tribute to McVie on Twitter and wrote, "I ’m saddened by the passing of Christine McVie. “Don’t Stop” was my ’92 campaign theme song - it perfectly captured the mood of a nation eager for better days. I’m grateful to Christine & Fleetwood Mac for entrusting us with such a meaningful song. I will miss her."

"Just heard the terribly heartbreaking news that Christine McVie has died. She wrote my favourite Fleetwood Mac songs and I also loved her solo work. Enormous loss. RIP RS," wrote Canadian singer-songwriter Ron Sexmith along with a string of his favorite performances. Tim Burgess, the lead singer of the Charlatans, tweeted a clip of the music video for 1988’s 'Everywhere,' and wrote, "ah man, farewell Christine McVie."

Musician Sheryl Cow wrote, “The world feels weird without her here. What a legend and an icon and an amazing human being. RIP.” American rock band Garbage remarked, "Gutted to learn about the passing of Christine McVie. Just gutted. Songbird forever."

Indie pop band Japanese Breakfast wrote, "God damn legend. Every time I tried to write a classy synth line in the studio I’d always say I was trying to channel my inner Christine. I even got Craig a framed poster of her to hang in the studio over the keyboards. We’ll be listening to you all day queen."

Another Indie pop band MUNA chimed, “Christine forever.” Susanna Lee Hoffs, co-founder of the pop-rock band the Bangles, shared a photo of McVie on Twitter and wrote, "Peace and love, Christine McVie." "What joy and depth she brought; what stories. RIP Songbird. #christinemcvie," tweeted Gary Kemp of Spandau Ballet.

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