George Harrison: 1943 - 2001

"He was a giant, a great, great soul, with all of the humanity, all of the wit and humor, all the wisdom, the spirituality, the common sense of a man and compassion for people. He inspired love and had the strength of a hundred men. He was like the sun, the flowers and the moon and we will miss him enormously. The world is a profoundly emptier place without him."

Bob Dylan

"He left this world as he lived in it, conscious of God, fearless of death, and at peace, surrounded by family and friends. He often said, 'Everything else can wait but the search for God cannot wait, and love one another.'"

Olivia and Dhani Harrison

"We are all devastated by this news, its deeply sad to lose such a beautiful guy. Luckily Heather and I saw George a couple of weeks ago and true to form he was laughing and joking.

George was a very brave man with a heart of gold but also someone who didn't suffer fools gladly. I'll always remember that without George it all wouldn't have been possible.

I'll miss him dearly and I'll always love him - he's my baby brother."

Paul McCartney

"We will miss George for his sense of love, his sense of music and his sense of laughter."

Ringo Starr

"My deep love and concern goes to Olivia and Dhani. The three of them were the closest, most loving family you can imagine.

George has given so much to us in his lifetime, and he continues to do so even after his passing-with his music, his wit, and his wisdom. His life was magical, and we all felt we've shared a little of it by knowing him. Thank you, George. It was grand knowing you."

Yoko Ono

"George was a true friend, intensely loyal, caring deeply for those he loved and he inspired much love in return. Now I believe, as he did, that he has entered a higher state. God give him peace."

George Martin

"This is a very sad day for Apple and for all Beatle fans worldwide. It was my privilege to have been a friend of such a very special man. Our love and condolences go out to Olivia and Dhani at this time. He will be greatly missed by us all".

Neil Aspinall - Apple Corps