Fans took to Twitter to pay tribute to Steve Jobs' in their masses. Within minutes of the announcement by Apple, RIP Steve Jobs was trending.
Soon after iHeaven and iClouds also began to be repeatedly tweeted. Here are some of those who gave their respects:
President Barack Obama: Rest in peace, Steve Jobs. From all of us at #Obama2012, thank you for the work you make possible every day - including ours
Mark Zuckerberg: Steve, thank you for being a mentor and a friend. Thanks for showing that what you build can change the world. I will miss you
Anderson Cooper: Sad news, steve jobs is dead
Kylie Minogue: From my Mac to all Lovers.....RIP Steve Jobs
Tyra Banks: As I type on my iPhone, tears spring2 my eyes4an amazingMan I never met. His genius has touched us all. Steve Jobs, you will b/with us 4ever
Ellen DeGeneres: I just finished my show and I heard the news about Steve Jobs. He was an amazing man with an incredible vision. He changed the world.
Nicki Minaj: An innovator. Contributed so much to this generation & beyond. RIP Steve Jobs.
Kim Kardashian: Wow Steve Jobs died! He was a brilliant man!
Ryan Seacrest: "Have the courage to follow ur heart & intuition. They already know what u truly want to become. Everything else is secondary." - Steve Jobs
Social media guru Andy Carvin wrote: '"RIP Steve Jobs"' is trending worldwide on Twitter. In truth, he's been trending for over 30 years. #RIPstevejobs