Legendary Ghazal singer Jagjit Singh sadly passed away earlier on Monday October 10th 2011 after being in a critical condition for more than two weeks following a severe brain haemorrhage. Celebrities from across the globe sent their messages of support and condolences on social networking sites such as Twitter and Facebook:
Shah Rukh Khan: Uff so sad to hear of the demise of jagjit singhji. May Allah bless his soul.
Amitabh Bachchan: The sonorous silk voice of Jagjit Singh silent now !! A great loss to the world of music and Ghazal .. Prayers and condolences ..
Lara Dutta: Very saddened to hear of the demise of Jagjit Singh! May his soul rest in peace.
Akshay Kumar: Saddened to know 'The Ghazal King', Jagjit Singh is no more. Tum itna jo muskura rahe ho, this song makes me misty-eyed, especially today. RIP Jagjit Singh.
Bobby Friction: (Quotes a saying by Jagjit Singh himself) Music is a vast subject. There is mathematics and grammar in music. Jagjit Singh R.I.P. (b.Feb 8th 1941 – d. Oct 10th 2011).
Sukshinder Shinda: Sad news Gazal Maestro Shri Jagjit SinghJi passed away a Big loss for the music industry…RIP.
Jassi Sidhu: RIP Jagjit Singh…a legendary vocalist who influenced and captivated generations.
Karan Johar: I grew up listening to the brilliance of Jagjit Singh…my mother was a big fan and then made me one…RIP sir!!! Loss of a true legend…
Priyanka Chopra: Just landed into Mumbai 2 the shocking news of Jagjit Singh's demise. What a loss for us all. He was an institution & will b sorely missed. RIP.
RDB: R.I.P Jagjit Singh..Your precious memories and songs will always fill our hearts and souls.
Preity Zinta: May god give peace to Mr. Jagjit Singh's soul ! He was the king of poetry & soulful music; He will live in our hearts forever…. R.I.P
