Pittsburgh reacts to shocking death of Mac Miller

Mac Miller, who grew up in Point Breeze to become a chart-topping rap artist, died Friday at the age of 26.

His death sent shockwaves through Pittsburgh, which had embraced the charismatic rapper who named his first album after his childhood playground.

Some of the reaction:

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— andrew mccutchen (@TheCUTCH22) September 8, 2018

Mac Miller was Pittsburgh. My last encounter w/ him was when I was on the Pirates and he came to a game in LA. He sat right next to our dugout and cheered throughout the entire game. Literally standing and screaming every time I ran in from defense. You will be missed bro. RIP
— andrew mccutchen (@TheCUTCH22) September 8, 2018

NOOO! I do not wanna believe my brother is dead! I cannot take this anymore, life is too short...I just know you’re now in a better place now than this place we call Earth @MacMiller ...I love you bro, and will miss youu 😭
— Le'Veon Bell (@LeVeonBell) September 7, 2018

Praying for Mac’s family and that he rest easy 🙏🏽👼🏽 #pgh #412
— Wiz Khalifa (@wizkhalifa) September 7, 2018

Wow bro ... Rest easy @MacMiller Damn cuz 😢
— Chevy Woods (@CHEVYWOODS) September 7, 2018

RIP LARRY!
— Sonny (@SonnyDigital) September 7, 2018

Bruh ... I just don’t get it .... I love u forever bro 😔😔😔😔😔 dog I’m hurt .... that was my day 1 bro
— SUB ZERO (@CardoGotWings) September 7, 2018

Reaching out to Mac’s family & Pittsburgh Friends. 26 years young. #RIPMacMiller https://t.co/IA0S18bKKF
— bill peduto (@billpeduto) September 7, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers go out to friends and family of Mac Miller. Pittsburgh lost a great musician and performer today, one of our own. <3
— PPG Paints Arena (@PPGPaintsArena) September 7, 2018

We are deeply saddened to have learned about the tragic passing of 2010 Pittsburgh Allderdice alum @MacMiller. We wish to extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/3tRC4ZonfW
— Pgh Public Schools (@PPSnews) September 7, 2018

More than an artist, Mac was a loving and caring person whose drive and creativity were unmatched. Rest in paradise. We love you @macmiller 💔 pic.twitter.com/FwlxA9U6CW
— Rostrum Records (@RostrumRecords) September 7, 2018

RIP MAC MILLER
— Cam Heyward (@CamHeyward) September 7, 2018

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The impact stretched beyond western Pennsylvania into the music community at large.

I dont know what to say Mac Miller took me on my second tour ever. But beyond helping me launch my career he was one of the sweetest guys I ever knew. Great man. I loved him for real. Im completely broken. God bless him.
— Chance The Rapper (@chancetherapper) September 7, 2018

So sad u gone home young Mac I had to post this to smile and think about the good Time we had on the set of this movie man god bless ya family. Pittsburg we lost a real one today 🌟 @macmiller 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/AZkqUlhm1V
— Snoop Dogg (@SnoopDogg) September 7, 2018

I cannot imagine what Mac Miller’s family and loved ones are feeling right now. I send love to his family, his friends, and his fans. pic.twitter.com/k32Em8kct1
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) September 7, 2018

I’m so saddened to hear about @MacMiller☹️😩 such a kind spirit Sending prayers for strength for his family & friends & fans during this difficult time🙏🏾
— Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) September 7, 2018

Rest in your peace Mac Miller.
Always exuded so much kindness and goodness.
Thank you for sharing your gifts with us all.
— solange knowles (@solangeknowles) September 7, 2018

Rest In Peace to the great soul Mac Miller
— J. Cole (@JColeNC) September 7, 2018

Unreal. So sad. RIP Mac Miller ❤️
— Shawn Mendes (@ShawnMendes) September 7, 2018

Rest In Peace Mac Miller. It’s a sad day.
— The Weeknd (@theweeknd) September 7, 2018

I recently met Mac Miller and found him to be such a lovely, talented, kind guy. What a sad loss. Sending love to his family and fans.
— olivia wilde (@oliviawilde) September 7, 2018

My guy MAC MILLER...rest up bro 🙏🏾
— FUTURE/FREEBANDZ (@1future) 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 being
— Kareem Abdul Jabbar (@lildickytweets) September 7, 2018

we spoke less than two weeks ago. Wtf dude. This makes me so sad. Rip Mac!!! @MacMiller pic.twitter.com/rox5fyThSA
— cookin up LB3 (@lilyachty) September 7, 2018