The music and entertainment world pays tribute to the prolific record producer and legendary music industry fixture: Quincy Jones.

Tributes from some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Lionel Richie Whoopi Goldberg And Elton John It was spilled after Jones died on Sunday.

The producer of many platinum albums, including Michael Jackson’s “Thriller”, the best-selling album of all time, has died at the age of 91.

Elton John

John took to Instagram on Monday post photo A photo of himself at an Oscar viewing party under Jones’ arm.

“No one had a more incredible career than Quincy Jones. He played with the best and produced the best. What a man he was. I loved him,” John wrote.

Whoopi Goldberg

Goldberg posted a photo of herself and Jones on her Instagram story, calling him a “friend” and “one of a kind.”

“My heart breaks for his family and his extended family who loved and adored him…my condolences,” he wrote.

Lionel Richie

Richie also remembered Jones. Instagram post It shows the couple posing together, with Richie leaning on Jones’ shoulder.

“Wow, Q – what an amazing journey!! – with love always,” Richie wrote.

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Will Smith

Smith shared his admiration on social media following the news of Jones’ death. Jones executive produced Smith’s “Fresh Prince of Bel Air.”

“Quincy Jones is the true definition of a Mentor, a Father, and a Friend. He has guided me to the best parts of myself,” Smith wrote.

Smith continued: “He defended me. He fed me. He encouraged me. He inspired me. He checked in on me when I needed to. He let me use his wings until my wings were strong enough to fly.”

Colman Domingo

Written by Domingo heartfelt tribute Thanking Jones for his contributions to music.

“I hope we all play his music today, from orchestrations to movie scores, from Off the Wall to Secret Garden to Frank Sinatra and others, to bid farewell to this genius King,” Domingo wrote.

“As you know, there would be no American Music without this great man. Let’s thank Mr. Quincy Jones for passing through our lives,” he continued.

Describing meeting Jones, Domingo concluded: “I could see the music in his eyes. He lived it. What a life and legacy.”

Mariah Carey

Carey I took it to Instagram I will share my tribute to Jones on Monday.

Along with a photo of herself and Jones, Carey wrote: “A legend, a giant, a mentor. You gave the world and me so many life-defining moments that will be remembered forever. May you be blessed, Sir Quincy Jones.” .

Justin Timberlake

timberlake posted a photo On Monday, Jones heralds the producer’s career and talents.

“A once-in-a-lifetime artist. His list of accolades goes on. Exemplar of excellence in craft. Mentor to many who follow,” Timberlake wrote, adding that Jones’ work inspired his own career goals.

Dr. Dre

Legendary record producer Dr. dree published on social media This, he writes, is why Jones became a producer.

Dr. Dre also expressed his gratitude to Jones for giving him advice throughout his career. “All the time I spent hanging out with him was priceless and I love how straightforward he is; the advice he gave me and the conversations we had have helped me in my life and career,” Dr. wrote. Dre.