By Wonderwall.com Editors
4:02am PST, Jan 25, 2017
On Jan. 25, 2017, Mary Tyler Moore died at the age of 80 in a Connecticut hospital after battling a number of health problems. Continue reading to see the stars reactions to the legend's passing…
"My heart goes out to her husband, Robert — he was never more than a touch away from her. The picture that we all have of her, that's how she was — sweet, kind, so tender, so delicate. She was America's sweetheart." –Cloris Leachman, as told to People magazine
"My heart goes out to you and your family. Know that I love you"–Ed Asner
"She was wonderful. She came to us as a complete novice, but she learned so quickly and she became one of the best," Marie told THR, through tears. "She used to tell me that she was learning a lot from Morey [Amsterdam, another star of the show] and me about comedy and timing and everything. We would tease her. We were very happy and had a lot of fun together on that show. We were very close when we were working together — we were like a family. … I will miss her greatly." –Rose Marie
"Mary's energy, spirit and talent created a new bright spot in the television landscape and she will be very much missed. The courage she displayed in taking on a role darker than anything she had ever done, was brave and enormously powerful."–Robert Redford
"Dear Mary, You already know how you majorly influenced my life and career. I respected and admired your business acumen, your passion and compassion for all life, and most importantly, the values espoused through your storytelling. Thank you for being a Light that shined so brightly, it let me see myself in you." —Oprah Winfrey
"So devastated to hear about Mary Tyler Moore. She really did turn the world on with her smile and yes Lou Grant, her spunk."–Katie Couric
"She was one of the few single working women depicted on television at the time. She wasn't married. She wasn't looking to get married. At no point did the series end in a happy ending with her finding a husband — which seemed to be the course you had to take as a woman. But she sort of bucked that. She worked in a newsroom, she had a tough boss, and she stood up to him. She had close friends, never bemoaning the fact that she was a single. She was very proud and comfortable in that role. I was probably 10 or 11 when I saw that, and sort of started thinking, 'You know what? Marriage is an option. Having a family is an option. And going to school and getting your education and building your career is another really viable option that can lead to happiness and fulfillment.'" —Michelle Obama, as told to Variety
"Mary Tyler Moore changed the world for all women. I send my love to her family."–Ellen DeGeneres
"Remembering Mary Tyler Moore with great respect and affection. R.I.P. #MaryTylerMoore7" –Carole King
"Today we mourn the passing of one of the groundbreaking stars of Television, Mary Tyler Moore…" –Bette Midler
"Am So 💔2Hear About Mary😔
She Influenced All Women of my generation…DONT HAVE WORDS😥
SHE BROUGHT SO MUCH MORE THAN COMEDY 2 DVD & MTM" –Cher
"I watched The Mary Tyler Moore Show all the time and fantasized that I was Rhoda. I wanted to be Mary's best friend … Her being able to play humiliation as well as she did was very appealing."–Julia Louis-Dreyfus
"So strong, so courageous and so beautiful. Rest In Peace, Mary Tyler Moore." —Britney Spears
"Mary Tyler Moore's humor, style and vulnerability have had a profound influence on me as a television creator and on every woman I know working in television to upend expectations of traditional femininity. Her remarkable presence and ahead of her time ability to expose the condition of single working womanhood with humor and pathos will never be forgotten. Her generosity as an animal rights activist and icon will never be forgotten. I never met her and I'll love her forever. I know I'm one of millions."–Lena Dunham
"Thank you Mary Tyler Moore for paving the way for us ladies in comedy. You trailblazed the way for us to be confident & bold. All my love." —Chelsea Handler
"Rest In Peace Mary Tyler Moore. #icon I will forever have a crush. Thank you." –Scott Foley
"Mary Tyler Moore was a working woman whose story lines were not always about dating and men. They were about work friendships and relationships, which is what I feel my adult life has mostly been about."–Tina Fey
"A true beauty, a screen legend and pioneer for women, you will be so greatly missed, Mary Tyler Moore. Thank you for the laughter and the light you brought to us all through the years. 🙏🏼❤️#youturnedtheworldonwithyoursmile" —Kris Jenner
"Mary(MTM) was a gem. She was iconic, my boss, cast mate and a friend and I will miss her" –Michael Keaton
"I loved Mary Tyler Moore on so many levels it was confusing. Such a huge part of our culture and consciousness. Sending love to her family." —Ben Stiller
"Who can turn the world on with a smile…" –Uzo Aduba
"TV Icon and groundbreaker #MaryTylerMoore has passed. She broke through our TV screens and showed that a powerful woman can be funny. RIP." –Marlee Matlin
"#MaryTylerMoore it was my honor to have met you.. & working with you when you graced us on That '70s Show a memory I will carry forever #RIP"–Wilmer Valderrama
"I could not do what I do without her."–Rachel Bloom
"So sad to learn of the passing of Mary Tyler Moore. 🙏🏽"–Kelly Ripa
"One of the best leading ladies of comedy, ever. Mary will be missed." –Seth MacFarlane
"i never met mary tyler moore, but i loved her from afar – for her talent and, most importantly, for the trails she blazed for women." –Harry Connick Jr.
"I spent so many hours being inspired by her as a kid, Thank U 4 making our careers possible for us + for ur ❤of animals #MaryTylerMoore" –Kristin Davis
"How do all us Rhodas go on with our Mary? #RIPMTM" –Nia Vardalos
"RIP beautiful, upbeat, shining, glorious, wonderful, iconic Mary Tyler Moore." —Andy Cohen
"Mary Tyler Moore was appointment TV for me & my mom. I grew up watching her- she was 1 of my favorites. My sympathies to her family. #icon" –Paula Abdul
"When I was a little girl I would watch re-runs of Mary Tyler Moore and this image has been forever ingrained in my memory. I thought, 'hmm maybe I too can throw my hat up in the air like that one day'
Love is all around no need to waste it
You can never tell, why don't you take it
Your gonna make it after all. #girlpower" –Diane Guerrero
"No!! Say it isn't true. Mary Tyler Moore is gone. We loved you so. #MaryTylerMoore" —Sheryl Crow
"What an angel. Always was and will be. A great part of my childhood and so many people's lives. #restinpeace #marytylermoore #strongwoman" –Selma Blair
"My first celebrity crush…why do the good ones die while the bad ones write policy and issue executive orders?" –Moby
"Just heard the news! She was truly a trailblazer and ICON and class act! #RIPMaryTylerMoore #Respect 😇🙏" –Vivica A. Fox
"I love this woman. Never dreamed while as a 7th grader watching her show she would present me with an #emmy years later. #ripmarytylermoore" –Patricia Heaton
"'You can't be brave if you've only had wonderful things happen to you.' #MaryTylerMoore" –Denis Leary
"True class and an amazing role model for all women! Thank you #MTM for always being brave and helping to pave the way!! #MaryTylerMoore #RIP" –Melissa Joan Hart
"She was great!!! RIP wonderful, pioneering MaryTyler Moore" –Mia Farrow
":( 🙁 🙁 #RIP #MaryTylerMoore" –Ricki Lake
"She turned the world on with her smile. RIP, Mary Tyler Moore. You were a role model in so many ways." –George Takei
"Mary Tyler Moore paved the way for many female actresses in the '70s. We're gonna make it after all. 😥💕 #RIP #MaryTylerMoore" –Marie Osmond
"#MaryTylerMoore was a dear friend and a truly great person. A fighter. Rest in peace, MTM."–Larry King
"I throw my hat up in the air for you, Mary Tyler Moore. Loved her and her spirit. Rest in peace." –Savannah Guthrie
"RIP Mary Tyler Moore. Comedy Genius and TV Legend. " –Tia Mowry
"Sad loss. True trailblazer. Rip #MaryTylerMoore" —Carson Daly
"That shift in the Earth you just felt? That crater that is left behind? That is the legacy of the incomparable #marytylermoore RIP 2 an icon" –Josh Gad
"RIP Mary Tyler Moore 🙏🏼❤🙏🏼 Here's to more strong women like you who continue to trailblaze & make the world laugh!" —Victoria Justice
"Mary Tyler Moore is a TV icon & her comedy is legit timeless. Loved her on "The Dick Van Dyke" show…#RIP" —Mario Lopez
"God took our angel away to Heaven. RIP Mary Tyler Moore."–Danny Trejo
"Mary Tyler Moore is gone. Very Sad Day. RIP My Dear Mary 🕊" –Bernadette Peters
"R.I.P #maryTylerMoore 'who can take a nothing day and make it all seem worthwhile well it's you girl and u should know it'" –John Leguizamo
"Comedic icon, brilliant actress & briefly-my boss. I'll never forget her kindness & encouragement. Her legacy will live on. Thank you Mary."–Mark Hamill
"Rest peacefully, 👑." –Jackee Harry
"No words to express what sad news the death of Mary Tyler Moore is. What an amazing pioneering woman in comedy and entertainment. RIP Mary."–Paul Feig
"And what a smile it was. #MaryTylerMoore"–Tom Bergeron
