Friends and Fans Pay Respect Following Mac Miller's Tragic Death From Reported Drug Overdose

published 8 September 18

This afternoon, TMZ reported that rapper Mac Miller has been found dead in his home following an apparent drug overdose. Miller just released his fifth studio album, Swimming, last month. He's best known for his 2011 debut album, Blue Slide Park.

Here, celebrities and fans react to the singer's tragic death.

this hurts my heart man RIP bro @MacMillerSeptember 7, 2018

Its so crazy cause earl literally hit me up this morning him and vince were real friebds I met at a pivotal time in my life through mac. This shit hurts so bad. If you love someone male sure u tell emSeptember 7, 2018

rest in peace @MacMiller 💔 you were an inspiration to many. my prayers and thoughts are with macs family, friends and fans. im in shock to know that you’re goneSeptember 7, 2018

I can’t even process this... RIP Mac Miller. I hope this isn’t true. You were loved so much and will be missed more than you could ever know... you were a true artist. Reach out to your friends and tell them you love them... ask them how they’re doing... we need to do better pic.twitter.com/zp68Fvh1HlSeptember 7, 2018

Addiction is an issue that needs to be taken more seriously and treated with more urgency in this country. I’m sorry to hear that Mac Miller has passed away. If you or anybody you love is struggling with addiction, please call:844-244-3171September 7, 2018

RIP Mac Miller 🙏🏾September 7, 2018

shocked & sad about Mac Miller. such a talented guy with so much life ahead. RIP.September 7, 2018

Super sad night, I was such a huge fan of Mac Miller 😩 RIP.September 7, 2018

Long Live Mac Miller, Rest In Peace We Love YouSeptember 7, 2018

Unreal. So sad. RIP Mac Miller ❤️September 7, 2018

Stunned about Mac Miller. Too young . RIPSeptember 7, 2018

Praying for Mac’s family and that he rest easy 🙏🏽👼🏽 #pgh #412September 7, 2018

Rest In Peace to the great soul Mac MillerSeptember 7, 2018

Mac, I️ don’t have words. Only gratitude 🙏🏽September 7, 2018

so sad. mac miller was a great dude. when i began my career he went out of his way to talk to me on the phone and give me advice. an amazing artist and human beingSeptember 7, 2018

This is a message for anybody in this game that’s going through something. If you don’t feel right, if you feel you have a substance problem, if you need a ear to vent to. If you uncomfortable talking to people around you. Please reach out to me.September 7, 2018

Nowadays all I do is shine, take a breath and ease my mind. Mac Miller, the man who grew into something beautiful. rest easy king, thank you for everything. You don’t understand how much you’ve help me. Much Love🖤 pic.twitter.com/Vp6uf8sQYTSeptember 7, 2018

I am so deeply saddened to hear of the passing of @MacMiller. Sending love and light to all of his friends, family and fans.September 7, 2018

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Rachel Epstein

Rachel Epstein is an editor at Marie Claire, where she writes and edits culture, politics, and lifestyle stories ranging from op-eds to profiles to ambitious packages. She also manages the site’s virtual book club, #ReadWithMC. Offline, she’s likely watching a Heat game, finding a new coffee shop, or analyzing your cousin's birth chart—in no particular order.