Film composer James Horner has reportedly died in a plane crash. The 61-year-old was said to be piloting a small aircraft when it came down around the Santa Barbara area.
Horner was a two-time Oscar winner, who was perhaps best known for creating the scores for blockbusters such as Titanic, Braveheart and Field of Dreams.
Horner’s assistant, Sylvia Patrycja, confirmed the sad news on Facebook, writing: “We have lost an amazing person with a huge heart and unbelievable talent. He died doing what he loved. Thank you for all your support and love, and see you down the road.”
Tributes have been pouring in for Horner all morning, with a number of high-profile Hollywood stars tweeting their condolences.
Actress Debra Messing wrote: “We lost a MASTER today. RIP James Horner. Your music will live forever.”
There is nothing that shaped my movie-going experience more than the musical genius of James Horner. He will live on through the ages.
— Rob Lowe (@RobLowe) June 23, 2015
We lost a MASTER today. RIP James Horner. Your music will live forever... https://t.co/qi4n0hiX0d
— Debra Messing (@DebraMessing) June 23, 2015
I"m so sad to hear about James Horner..He scored the first movie I did..Star Trek 2...great composer..great person...huge loss
— Kirstie Alley (@kirstiealley) June 23, 2015
Meanwhile, actor Rob Lowe echoed the sentiments of so many, as he wrote: “There is nothing that shaped my movie-going experience more than the musical genius of James Horner. He will live on through the ages.”
Such sad news. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.
