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Upon learning that ‘Glee’ actor Cory Monteith, 31, died in a Vancouver hotel room on Saturday, his fellow cast mates, former guest stars and the Hollywood community at large responded with shock to sudden his passing.

The ‘Glee’ Twitter page posted the above photo that was captioned, “Remembering Cory Monteith. He was a true joy to work with and we will all miss him tremendously. We are deeply saddened by this tragic news. Cory was an exceptional talent and an even more exceptional person.”

Lea Michele: His co-star and girlfriend did not tweet but released a statement through her rep – asking for privacy “during this devastating time.”

Nina Dobrev: “I’m gutted. Shocked and saddened to hear the news, my heart goes out to Cory’s family and friends. Lets respect their space as they grieve.”

Demi Lovato: “#RIPCoryMonteith… So unbelievably tragic. Please #prayforLea..”

Katy Perry: “Rest in peace Cory. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones. Our prayers are with you.”

Ricky Martin: “I just heard the news. This is so sad. My heart goes out to his family & friends, specially Lea Michelle. Rest in peace Cory.”

Taylor Swift: “Speechless. And for the worst reason.”

Adam Shankman: “Goodbye my amazing and beautiful friend. The lights in my world just grew dimmer. The world just lost one of our best. I love u so much…”

Joel McHale: “Way too soon. A very nice & good guy.”

Kim Kardashian: “Just heard about the death of Cory Monteith. So sad. Prayers 4 his family. Praying 4 Lea too! Words can’t describe what they must be feeling.”

Lance Bass: “Devastated about the news of Cory Monteith – such an incredible guy – my thought are with his family and friends.”

Kristin Chenoweth: “RIP CoryMonteith. You will be loved. Always.”

Rihanna: “Cory Monteith, may your spirit be at peace, and may you fly with the angels… Heartbreaking, my prayers are with all of his loved ones!”

Nash Overstreet: “I can’t express how sad & horrible it is to hear about Cory Monteith. One of the best, kindest, guys I’ve ever met. Pray for him, & his family.”

Zooey Deschanel: “This is such sad news about @CoryMonteith – what an absolutely tragic loss of a very talented young man.”

Katharine McPhee: “OMG. Met this sweet man. RIP.”

Sophia Bush: “I saw him a few weeks ago in NY, looking so happy. heartbreaking… #corymonteith”

Rumer Willis: “I am truly saddened to hear about Cory Monteith. What a talented and sweet guy. My prayers go out to his family and loved ones.”

Photo: Twitter-Glee, WENN