Tragically Hip front man Gord Downie passed away Tuesday night. He was 53 years old.
The Canadian icon touched and influenced many lives, including those within the sports world. Athletes and teams and members of the media took to Twitter to express their condolences and thank Downie for his life’s work.
Canada and the world have lost a true icon. Rest In Peace, Gord Downie. You inspired a nation . pic.twitter.com/YNSMMIKhhK
— Donovan Bailey (@donovanbailey) October 18, 2017
Sad to hear of Gord Downie's passing. True icon
Was an honour to have #TheTragicallyHip play at the 2004 #GreyCup in Ottawa. #RIPGord pic.twitter.com/r0WgGKdisF
— Grey Cup Festival (@GreyCupFestival) October 18, 2017
He not only touched, but inspired so many Canadians. May we all remember the characteristics that made Gord Downie a great Canadian. pic.twitter.com/MLRQLrYBBz
— Tim Micallef (@tim_micallef) October 18, 2017
#RIPGordDownie https://t.co/ddWDWU2kmI
— Matt Devlin (@Matt__Devlin) October 18, 2017
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