Gandolfini's death: Hollywood stars mourn on Twitter

Tweets poured in from Hollywood superstars following the death of Emmy award-winning actor James Gandolfini at the age of 51 in Italy.

Susan Sarandon, Rob Lowe, Better Midler, Michael J. Fox, and Val Kilmer were some of the celebrities who took to Twitter to mourn:

So sad to lose James Gandolfini. One of the sweetest, funniest, most generous actors I’ve ever worked with. Sending prayers to his family.
— Susan Sarandon (@SusanSarandon) June 20, 2013

James Gandoldini gave the greatest performance in the history of television. He was also a kind man. Condolences to his family.
— Rob Lowe (@RobLowe) June 20, 2013

From Lindsay: "James Gandolfini was a dear friend and a great man. My heart goes out to his family. He will be greatly missed" - team lohan
— Lindsay Lohan (@lindsaylohan) June 20, 2013

Shocked and saddened by James Gandolfini's passing. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
— Michael J. Fox (@realmikefox) June 20, 2013

Stunned to hear of James Gandolfini's passing. A powerful actor & a truly sweet man. Much love to his family. http://t.co/cRurpP2uah
— Seth Green (@SethGreen) June 20, 2013

Rest in Peace James Gandolfini. May your star shine brightly on wherever you may lie...
— Kunal Nayyar (@kunalnayyar) June 20, 2013

God bless James Gandolfini
— Val Kilmer (@ValEKilmer) June 20, 2013

The great James Gandolfini passed away today. Only 51. I can't believe it.
— Bette Midler (@BetteMidler) June 20, 2013

Not tony soprano! Damn. Such a good guy and a great actor. James, rest in peace... http://t.co/TpfJNywu8X
— Russell Simmons (@UncleRUSH) June 19, 2013

Celebrity website TMZ and industry daily Variety reported that ‘The Sopranos’ star suffered a heart attack.

TMZ said Gandolfini was in Italy for the Taormina Film Fest in Sicily, where he was expected to participate in a roundtable discussion with Italian director Gabriele Muccino this weekend.