Celebrities Shocked at Beau Biden's Death by Brain Cancer Following Vice President's Statement

Sunday morning, everyone across the nation is waking up to hear the sad news, that vice president Joe Biden's son, Beau Biden has passed away from brain cancer. MStars News previously learned that the Iraq War veteran and former attorney general of Delaware died Saturday at the age of 46.

A statement released by Joe Biden read:

"It is with broken hearts that Hallie, Hunter, Ashley, Jill and I announce the passing of our husband, brother and son, Beau, after he battled brain cancer with the same integrity, courage and strength he demonstrated every day of his life." 

The statement released by the White House continued, "The entire Biden family is saddened beyond words. We know that Beau's spirit will live on in all of us – especially through his brave wife, Hallie, and two remarkable children, Natalie and Hunter."

Celebrities reacted in shock to the sad news on Twitter.

My heart is broken 4 Vice President of the United States.The 1 thing I know about Joe is,He prizes family above all else.felt Condolences

— Cher (@cher) May 31, 2015

This is so sad. My thoughts are with him. https://t.co/jQ9FaLl0EW — Jessica Chastain (@jes_chastain) May 31, 2015

So sad for the @vp and the Biden family

— John Legend (@johnlegend) May 31, 2015

Beau Biden was always a lovely man in my experience - warm and kind-hearted and earnest in his commitment to serving his country. RIP. — Ronan Farrow (@RonanFarrow) May 31, 2015

Condolences & prayers to Vice Pres Biden, Mrs. Biden & the Biden family on the transition of their son Beau. Rest peacefully sir. #EndCancer

— Jussie Smollett (@JussieSmollett) May 31, 2015

Prayers to the Biden Family on the tragic loss of Beau...No words. #RIPBeauBiden — Holly Robinson Peete (@hollyrpeete) May 31, 2015

My heart goes out to @VP Biden and his family. Knew Beau Biden. A great son, husband, father. Join me and pray for the entire Biden family.

— Maria Shriver (@mariashriver) May 31, 2015

Condolences to Vice Pres Biden @VP, Dr Jill Biden, @DrBiden & the entire Biden family on the sad passing of Maj. Beau Biden - A true fighter — Larry King (@kingsthings) May 31, 2015

RIP