Whitney Houston’s death sent shockwaves around the world on Saturday night, particularly for those who grew up to her music and those whose musical careers were influenced by her. Many celebs took to Twitter to express their shock, disbelief and grief at her passing, among them Destra Garcia, who just weeks ago performed some Houston classics at the Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival.

“My heart is breaking right now. Can't stop crying. My idol Whitney is gone. Oh my god! No.....somebody tell me its not true...please,” she tweeted before performing at three fetes including Rama and Chutney Soca Monarch finals. Afterwards she tweeted, “ Well I mash up all my fetes tonight....I think I'm gonna sit quietly now and grieve my Whitney....R.I.P. Gone Too Soon.” Comedienne Rachel Price was also torn up over the news of Houston’s passing at the age of 48.

“Whitney's voice was one of the most recognisable sounds to my spirit. When I felt as the end for me Whitney's blessing renewed my beginning,” she tweeted.
Contacted for comment on his feelings about the singer’s death, reigning Soca Monarch king, Machel Montano said it’s very sad. “We must remember that no matter how great the person, everyone may find themselves on the deep end at times. It’s up to those around us to keep us strong. I’m a huge Whitney fan, she brought the passion and will remain in history for that and the great songs through which she brought it,” he told Metro.

Shurwayne Winchester said while the passing of anyone in entertainment is sad his thoughts went out to her family. ”I can’t imagine what they’re feeling, it’s very sad,” he said. Here are some star responses to Whitney Houston’s death:

Mr. Vegas
I remember singing "I believe the children are our future" as a kid & my dad cried & said he loves me. RIP Whitney.

Rachel Price
Apologies if I seem overly dramatic... but I'm sure every woman of my era understands when I say "Saving All My Love" was we tune.

Jennifer Lopez
Such a loss. One of the greatest voices of our time. Sending out prayers to her family... #R.I.P.Whitney.

Wayne Rooney
Whitney has passed away. RIP u will live on forever. Can’t believe it. I wanna run to u. Really cant believe this. @

Busta Rhymes
Can't believe we've lost another 1 of our Royalty. Sister Queen Whitney Houston. God Bless on ur journey as u now stand with the Most High

Ellen DeGeneres
Very sad news about Whitney. My heart and prayers go out to her daughter and family

Oprah
To me Whitney was THE VOICE. We got to hear a part of God every time she sang. Heart is heavy, spirit grateful for the GIFT of her.

Bruno Mars
This is terrible news..I'm sick to my stomach. Nobody sang like Whitney

Nick Cannon
Tell our loved ones how much we love them while they're still here. I wish I could've told Whitney how great she was one last time

Jessica Simpson
I found my voice singing Whitney Houston's music. Today I lost my idol.

P!nk
Whitney was the reason many of us do what we do. “A few stolen moments is all that we share." RIP.

Rupee
God forgive me, I am jealous of you right now, you have MJ, Luther, Amy and now Whitne yHouston in your choir! RIPWH

Mariah Carey
She will never be forgotten as one of the greatest voices to ever grace the earth.