As news spreads of Linkin Park’s lead singer Chester Bennington’s suicide Thursday (July 20), an outpouring of love and support has come from the Hip Hop community. The 41-year-old frontman reportedly hanged himself at his private Palos Verdes residence.

Bennington’s bandmate Mike Shinoda confirmed the unfortunate news on Twitter saying that he’s “shocked and heartbroken.”

Bass player Dave “Phoenix” Farrell also commented on his bandmate’s death.

Chance The Rapper, Talib Kweli, Rihanna and El-P are among those in the Hip Hop community who sent out their condolences.

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I can't believe this man….

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