The charity event will be an unofficial PGA Tour tournament (sort of like the Hero World Challenge in December) and will “bring together PGA Tour players, athletes, celebrities and sponsors benefitting island charities.”

It will be played at TPC Dorado Beach.

“The Puerto Rico Open has been part of the PGA Tour for the last 10 years and our commitment to golf on the island has never been stronger,” PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan said. “Our hope is that this special event in 2018 will benefit Puerto Rico’s recovery efforts to the fullest extent, while reminding the world that Puerto Rico is a premier golf and travel destination.”

The island was pummeled by winds up to 155 MPH and has been in deep recovery mode since the hurricanes swept through. It will be years, if not decades, before everything returns to how it once was, of course, but that doesn’t mean professional golf on the island is lost forever.

In fact, it might be just the opposite.

“There’s no doubt once this is said and done, we’re going to have an incredible, vibrant island,” Puerto Rico Open tournament chairman Sidney Wolf told Golfweek recently.

This article originally appeared on CBS Sports.

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In a social media post created by a Twitter user named Bakoon, people are being called to share their positive experiences of dealing with famous people in real life.

“If anyone has any nice allegations against a celebrity, that would be great too,” says Bakoon. “Does a famous actor give good Christmas presents?”

While some of the stories are as simple as celebrities leaving hefty tips for their servers and baristas, others are way more heartwarming.

One of the first tweets to get the ball rolling was from Mara Wilson, the actress who starred in Matilda and Mrs. Doubtfire, vouching for the kindness of her film co-star Danny Devito.

And the stories just get better and better.

Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman let me stay with them when my mom was in the hospital for cancer surgeries

— Mara “Get Rid of the Nazis” Wilson (@MaraWilson) November 10, 2017

Danny DeVito tipped $120 to have two cases of wine one delivered one block to his apartment.

— Kristaps Johnson (@megaclang) November 9, 2017

i was an extra in a movie with Michael Keaton. He played frisbee with us, took pictures, and signed my friend’s Batman DVD

— Bean to Barter Economy (@McLeemz) November 9, 2017

I accidentally walked into Waka Flocka so hard my head clunked on his chest and he was so scared I’d deeply injured myself

— donate to my indiegogo please (@rachelmillman) November 10, 2017

My husband sat next to him at a film festival event in SF a couple years ago. When it was over, Keanu stayed and picked up other people’s trash.

— Susie Cagle (@susie_c) November 11, 2017

David Tennant not only graciously accepted an academic paper from a random fan in the Richard II stage door line but actually read it and sent me an appreciative note about it

— the cold genius (@angevin2) November 9, 2017

robin williams was the nicest, most compassionate celebrity I ever had the pleasure of knowing in person. personally saw him threaten to beat the hell out of some rando harassing a homeless person in the ocean district six or so years ago

— A Sense of Pride and Accomplishment (@caylenb) November 9, 2017

I was crying quietly to myself after my Mom died in a cafe, Robin Williams noticed me and paid my check. He whispered things usually get better.

— catherine (@pantone7605) November 11, 2017

LeVar Burton stopped in the middle of an interview to thank the bar staff by name for being so attentive.

— Richard Whittaker (@YorkshireTX) November 10, 2017

Jason Alexander made me snacks while I paired his palm pilot to his prius

— Egadsden (@itspronounced48) November 9, 2017

My mom’s friend met Anthony Hopkins @ a hotel & they had breakfast 3-4 days in a row to talk about the meaning of life instead of themselves

— LP (@lleightonpaull) November 10, 2017

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Mark, who plays Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars series, then joked, “Wait a minute — there’s no Star Wars fans here, right?” Hah, what a jokester he is.

As soon as word of the actor’s impromptu Disneyland appearance reached Twitter, fans were quick to express how jealous they were of those who were in his presence that day. I think it’s safe to say Mark gave those visitors a ride experience they’ll never forget.

It took me long enough- but my childhood dream of working at Disneyland finally came true! #TheLastJedi #StarTours @DisneyStudios @StarWars

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wow mark hamill really just gonna come and surprise people at disneyland when I’m not there, cool

— Trang Dong (@tranganhdong) November 15, 2017

Mark Hamill was at disney today and made surprise entrances on star tours IM SO KSJD LIKE THE DAYS IM NOT THERE GREAT THINGS HAPPEN pic.twitter.com/VtVgivMIaI

— kelsie (@disneylandnjhs) November 15, 2017

Mark Hamill made a surprise appearance at the Star Tours and I’ve never been more jealous.

— Bekah Thomason (@bekah_leeeee) November 15, 2017

This article originally appeared on Popsugar.

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So, Juwan started making his own music to push through his bullied past.

He even created music video covers of Taylor’s songs and posted them online. Soon, they caught the star’s attention and led to one amazing journey for Juwan.

In a video posted earlier this week, Juwan explains, “One day, I just woke up, and I had seen ‘Taylor Swift just liked your post.’”

The likes turned into an invitation to a private event with other superfans. Juwan brought his mom and met the young woman who changed his life through music. All of the invited guests met up at Taylor’s Rhode Island home and sat with her.

Juwan will surely never forget this moment.

If you want to hear more about Juwan’s trip to Taylor’s mansion, you click this link to watch an interview with the teen below.

Don’t you worry your pretty little mind
People throw rocks at things that shine
But they can’t take what’s ours. This love is ours. pic.twitter.com/IpE1hXfmdg

— Juwan Givens (@JuwanGivens) October 24, 2017

My two idols pic.twitter.com/gQjLWP4F4D

— Juwan Givens (@JuwanGivens) October 24, 2017

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Not only is the 38-year-old actor’s rise from chubby and lovable TV sidekick to buff box office star is proof that hard work and a winning attitude pays off, but he’s also a devoted family man to his wife, actress Anna Faris, and their son, Jack.

On top of all that, he routinely does charity work, and his social media accounts are beacons of positivity that showcase his good deeds, his love of fishing (and everything outdoors), and his daily adventures with Anna and Jack.

If you need any more proof, check out his recital of the pledge of allegiance alongside his boy in 2015. Prepare to have your heart melted.

Pratt’s living the American dream and every bit worthy of the fame and attention he’s achieved. Let’s take a look at the many ways in which he exemplifies what it means to be a good celebrity!

Family and Faith

In 2009, Pratt wed girlfriend Faris, whom he met two years prior on the set of the comedy Take Me Home Tonight. Three years later the couple welcomed their first child, Jack, who was born nine weeks premature. During the scary ordeal, Pratt turned to prayer for help.

“It restored my faith in God, not that it needed to be restored, but it really redefined it,” Pratt told People in 2014. “The baby was so beautiful to us, and I look back at the photos of him and it must have been jarring for other people to come in and see him, but to us he was so beautiful and perfect.”

As we’ve seen time and time again in Hollywood, marriages between celebrities often fizzle, but the Pratt/Faris union continues to thrive thanks to their grounded lifestyle which includes plenty of nights in together and days exploring outside.

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Perhaps the best evidence of his devotion to his family is his willingness to halt his acting career right in the middle of his prime. Despite ties to two movie franchises (Guardians of the Galaxy and Jurassic World), Pratt told Parade magazine in 2016 that he was taking a break.

“I’ve been on the road for 14 months—I did three movies back to back to back—so I’m taking six months off,” he said.

In his downtime, Pratt caught up on one of his favorite pastimes with his little buddy.

Avid Outdoorsman

Pratt’s never shy about sharing his love of fishing on social media and now that his son is four years old, Chris has a new partner in crime.

“Not sure what made me more proud: when Jack insisted on holding this barracuda himself, or when he tried it raw!” Pratt wrote in an Instagram post on June 29. “4 year olds will try anything!” he added.

Not sure what made me more proud: when Jack insisted on holding this barracuda himself, or when he tried it raw! (Barracuda sashimi is amazing by the way) haha!! 4 year olds will try anything! Get out and fish! No better way to share God’s bounty with your babies and make life long memories than fishing! Get out on the water! #fishing #fishingislife

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In another post in January 2016, Pratt revealed that his love of the outdoors began when he was young and it’s something that is embedded in who he is.

“That part of me will never change,” he wrote.

Something else that will never change: his support for men and women in uniform.

Supporting The Troops

Pratt, who played a Navy SEAL in Zero Dark Thirty, is never shy when it comes to his support of both active soldiers and veterans of the military. He and Faris proudly joined the 22 Push-Up Challenge in 2016, a movement which raised awareness for veteran suicide prevention.

Thanks @canadianoutlaw for the #22pushupchallenge Everyday 22 veterans take their own lives. Please know there are people out there thinking about you, praying for you and who appreciate your sacrifice. If you are thinking of harming yourself call 1-800-273-8255.

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This past Memorial Day, Pratt and fellow actor John Krasinski participated in the Murph Challenge, a workout that consists of a one-mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 air-squats, and another one-mile run in one intense sequence.

The Murph Challenge benefits the Michael P. Murphy Memorial Scholarship Foundation, named after a Navy SEAL who died in combat.

#memorialday #murphchallenge @johnkrasinski 1 mile 100 pull-ups 200 push-ups 300 air-squats 1 mile Do it for time. Check out the challenge and get your shirt at https://www.forged.com/ Thank you to all fallen heroes and their families. Today we remember and honor you.

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Krasinski isn’t the only actor with whom Pratt has teamed for a good deed.

Children’s Hospital Visits

Pratt certainly gets creative when it comes to his charity work. The best example of him thinking outside the box occurred when he and friend Chris Evans placed a bet on Super Bowl XLIX between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots.

Pratt (a loyal Seahawks fan) and Evans (a die-hard Pats fan) agreed to dress up as their respective Marvel characters in a visit to a children’s hospital in each other’s home state should their team lose.

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True to his word, Pratt donned his Star-Lord costume shortly after Seattle’s heartbreaking defeat, visiting an outpatient pediatric cancer treatment center in Boston.

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Despite the fact that his team won, Evans proved he was every bit worthy of the Captain America name by returning the favor a month later in a visit to a Seattle hospital dressed as Cap.

Two years later, and Pratt hasn’t slowed down. In May, he and Jurassic World co-star Bryce Dallas Howard took a break from filming the movie’s sequel to swing by Great Ormand Street Children’s Hospital in London.

“I’ll never fail to be moved by the unbreakable spirit of a child. #godisgood Psalm 107:8-9 Let them praise the LORD for his loving kindness, for his wonderful deeds to the children of men! For he satisfies the longing soul,” Pratt wrote in an Instagram post.

“He fills the hungry soul with good. No doubt. Today my longing and hungry soul is filled.”

Bryce and I had the tremendous pleasure of spending some time with our new buddy Elle and a few other patients at Great Ormand Street Children’s Hospital in London. I’ll never fail to be moved by the unbreakable spirit of a child. #godisgood Psalm 107:8-9 Let them praise the LORD for his loving kindness, for his wonderful deeds to the children of men! For he satisfies the longing soul. He fills the hungry soul with good. No doubt. Today my longing and hungry soul is filled.

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Pratt’s account is filled with the smiling faces of the young lives he’s touched.

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On top of his hospital visits, Pratt routinely works with organizations like Omaze and Crowdrise, for unique contests that benefit various charities.

Wanna come visit me on the set of the #jurassicworld sequel? In HAWAII!?!? The answer is, “YES!” Of course you do! Click the link in my bio. $10 for a chance to enter and every dollar goes towards an amazing cause!!!!!! Click the link to learn more about the contest and the amazing charity your $10 will benefit! Enter as many times as you want. And I’ll see you in Hawaii!!! By the way I’m going to bug you I’ll until you do this so you might as well just do it now. With love!!! -Chris https://www.crowdrise.com/jurassicworld

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So, is Chris Pratt the most all-American celebrity at the moment? Obviously the answer is purely opinion, but he’s got our vote!

Positive stories like this are what make us tick! We’re always looking for partners that feel the same way about good news!

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Ripa found a home in the daytime talk show genre, first sitting by co-host Regis Philbin, then Michael Strahan and now alongside daily celebrity guest co-hosts. She’s made the program her own and over the course of 16 years has become a household name and one of the most powerful people in the industry.

A wife and mother of three, Ripa’s down-to-earth personality and relatability have garnered her millions of fans and made her a role model to young women balancing careers and families.

She’s every bit as genuine off-camera as she is on television. Here are the ways in which Ripa continually uses her fame for good.

Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Alliance

If there is one thing that’s close to Ripa’s heart, it’s the fight against various forms of cancer. Ripa uses her role as spokesperson for appliance manufacturer Electrolux to support the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Alliance.

“I didn’t know a lot about ovarian cancer,” she told Access Hollywood in 2008. “I educated myself, and my education came earlier than I would have liked when a friend of mine was diagnosed.”

Ripa’s quest to rid the world of the disease led to her co-hosting the annual charity shopping event, Super Saturday, which raised $3.5 million in 2016.

“It’s getting bigger and bigger,” said Ripa. “The first time I came, there were no children. Over the past few years, I’ve noticed a lot of kids. Then, I’ve noticed lots of husbands. It’s really staggering to me. It used to be a real girl-fest and now it’s everything!”

Fashion Targets Breast Cancer

Kelly’s gig as a talk show host makes her a natural choice for hosting charity events. SoulCycle tabbed her to handle the duty for its ride event, proceeds of which went toward Fashion Targets Breast Cancer.

“Kelly was my first choice as a cohost for this event. Kelly is not only an amazing rider but also always smiling and positive to be around,” jewelry designer Jennifer Fisher told Glamour in 2013.

Fisher partnered with the not-for-profit organization, Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), to put on the event.

“She was my only choice,” added Fisher.

Fashion Targets Breast Cancer is a charitable initiative of CFDA.

Tomorrow’s Children’s Fund

In 2001, fresh after being named new co-host of Live!, Kelly joined Regis on a celebrity version of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?.

Ripa won a total of $250,000 on the program, all of which went to Tomorrows Children’s Fund, an organization founded by parents to help children with cancer and serious blood disorders.

Mothers Against Drunk Driving

Kelly was motivated to work with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), when her sister, Linda, was almost killed by a drunk driver in 1999.

“Linda still walks with a limp — she will always walk with a limp,” Ripa told USA Today in 2001. “She has permanent nerve damage in her leg and in her foot.”

Ripa’s involvement began in 2001 when she served as national chairwoman for the organization’s annual Tie One on For Safety holiday ribbon campaign.

“I want to get the message across that it’s not OK, under any circumstance, to have a drink and get behind the wheel of a car — ever,” said Ripa.

“I am hoping to prevent a situation that alters the life of a family the way my family’s life was altered,” she added.

Point Foundation

Ripa is passionate about equal rights for members of the LGBTQ community and that passion led to her co-hosting the Point Foundation’s Honors benefit in 2010.

“I always say I feel like the live morning show is just my living room and I’m just having coffee. Being at these important events where it matters what I’m saying – it’s to raise money, and you want to give people a good show but still get the message out there,” she told People.

According to its website, Point Foundation “empowers promising lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer students to achieve their full academic and leadership potential – despite the obstacles often put before them – to make a significant impact on society.”

Naturally, Ripa recapped her night as co-host of the event with Regis on the ensuing episode of Live!.

Catholic Charities

Both Ripa and her husband Mark Consuelos are Catholic, and they have passed their faith on to their kids.

“We grew up Catholic,” she told Good Housekeeping in 2010. “We’ve both found it a stabilizing force, a source of strength and comfort in our lives. While we don’t always say grace at meals, we do say our prayers every night.”

It’s unclear how much involvement Ripa has in regards to giving back to her religion, but she did take the time to meet with Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens during a visit by the organization’s Office of Development to the Live! Studios.

No matter if she’s on TV chatting with the biggest stars in Hollywood or hosting an intimate charity event, Kelly Ripa is someone who truly embodies what it means to be a “good celebrity.”

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Chatting with Good Celebrity’s Alex Ribble on a beautiful day in Lake Hollywood Park, Roberts shared her excitement on her latest gig as host of NBC’s 1st Look.

“I travel a lot. I was just in Park City going skiing and snowmobiling and showing everything that Park City has to offer,” she said of her recent adventure.

1st Look is a travel and lifestyle program that highlights some of the best and unique locations and experiences that America has to offer. The former Pussycats Dolls singer took over hosting duties in 2016.

“I’ve done everything from canyoneering down Zion mountains, to Irish dancing, to being made up as a drag queen for RuPaul’s All Stars. So, it’s across the board,” she said.

As much fun as she’s having exploring the country (an exploration that also included a stint as an Elvis impersonator), Roberts knows her celebrity status allows her to bring awareness to causes that are important to her.

“I do stuff with animals. Also, my brother is paranoid schizophrenic, so there’s an organization in the U.K. called Mind, which is a really amazing organization that helps people that need someone to reach out to when they’re going through a hard time,” she said.

Roberts next career venture will land her in the footwear industry. She’s developing a shoe line that’s under production in Italy and will launch in the U.K.

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Tanya Acker’s Twitter Advice

Acker is a must-follow on Twitter for aspiring attorneys as she regularly responds to users seeking her law advice.

Appropriately enough during Women’s History Month, Acker shared some motivational words to a young female pondering an application to law school.

“Work hard. Slay – in the classroom. Know you belong there & don’t let anyone convince you otherwise. Go get it!” she wrote.

Work hard. Slay – in the classroom. Know you belong there & don’t let anyone convince you otherwise. Go get it! https://t.co/m0Kcmnm5Rg

— Tanya Acker (@tanyaacker) March 21, 2017

On the same thread, another follower asked for tips on studying constitutional law, to which Acker replied, “Remember the Constitution is alive and kicking.People will ignore it if you don’t force the issue. Study.it.hard.”

Remember the Constitution is alive and kicking.People will ignore it if you don’t force the issue. Study.it.hard. https://t.co/viKyuuJlwH

— Tanya Acker (@tanyaacker) March 21, 2017

Acker is a natural in front of the camera but she clearly knows that her success as a TV judge is thanks in large part to her loyal fans.

Girl power!!! https://t.co/isukz3nJs0

— Tanya Acker (@tanyaacker) March 21, 2017

Working with Los Angeles Boy Scouts with Battleship Iowa Museum

We first got to know Acker in 2016 when we visited her at the Battleship Iowa Museum in Los Angeles Harbor where she often brings members of the Western County Council of the Boy Scouts of America.

“Tanya’s been a tremendous advocate and supporter of scouting and especially reaching out to underserved communities in our scouting outreach programs,” said Andrew Sisolack, Director of Field Service WLACC Boy Scouts.

According to its website, the waterfront museum is “dedicated to ‘Celebrating the American Spirit’ through the preservation and interpretation. By sharing the accomplishments and sacrifices of American patriots and engaging visitors in unique and exciting ways PBC brings the ship to life by connecting the past with the future.”

“This ship embodies a lot of American history and a lot of what’s great about this country. It’s a living reminder of that,” she said.

“It’s also a place where kids can get STEM education. It’s a museum, but it’s still an operating battleship,” Tanya added.

The USS Iowa is constantly hosting different events. For a look at the upcoming schedule, click on the Upcoming Events section on its website and check out our full interview with Acker and members of the WLACC troop below!

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In his post-wrestling career as an actor, he’s continued to give people joy with movies like The Game Plan and the Fast and Furious franchise. Johnson also provides his followers with unique behind-the-scenes access via his Instagram account.

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Recently he combined his social media posting with another passion of his – helping children. Taking a break on the set of his HBO series Ballers in Las Vegas, Johnson shared an emotional video directed towards a Make-A-Wish fan in Hawaii.

Taitusi this message is for you. Make a Wish just called me and I wish I could be there with you in Hawaii right now. Even at 13yrs old you’re already way stronger than I’ll ever be. Ever. Even though we’ve never met, I can already tell you’re one of the coolest and most amazing kids I’ve ever talked to like this. I just want you to know how amazing and special of young boy you are. You inspire every single person around you right now. Including me. God bless you and your family and yes I’m gonna go crazy on rice crispy treats this weekend for my cheat meal in your honor Alofa atu, DJ

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“I wish we could hang out and talk like your wish was. I want you to know I know so much about you,” Johnson said. “You love chicken, I love chicken. Your favorite color is red, I love red. You love to play Call of Duty, I suck at Call of Duty. You love pancakes, I love pancakes. Your favorite treat is Rice Krispie treats,” he added.

“I want you to know that even though I can’t see you and be with you, I want you to know you’re already one of the most amazing and coolest kids I’ve ever spoken to. You are stronger than I will ever be,” he said before taking a moment to fight back tears. He then added, “Stay strong.”

Johnson reiterated his message of strength in a caption accompanying the video.

“I just want you to know how amazing and special of young boy you are. You inspire every single person around you right now. Including me,” he wrote.

Dwayne regularly teams with the Make-A-Wish Foundation. While on the set of his upcoming movie, Baywatch, The Rock made a wish come true for a young fan named Ashley.

During shooting on that same film, he met with a family celebrating the first birthday of their daughter, Sally, who at only five months of age, underwent open heart surgery.

“Her mama, Sarah here was so grateful we had a chance to meet and got teary eyed when talking about her baby and said something so simple, powerful and true.. ‘If Sally can fight thru this, then we can do anything.’ Amen. Yes you can,” he wrote in an Instagram post

Shooting on location always draws a crowd and I got word that a mom asked if I would meet her daughter who’s celebrating a very special birthday. Well I love me some birthdays so where is mama and her babies. Was so happy to have met lil’ Sally Walker Collins, who just turned 1. When she was 5months old she had open heart surgery and has been an inspiring lil’ fighter since that day. Her mama, Sarah here was so grateful we had a chance to meet and got teary eyed when talking about her baby and said something so simple, powerful and true.. “If Sally can fight thru this, then we can do anything.” Amen. Yes you can. Real pleasure meeting this great family and if by remote chance I got teary eyed too when she was talking about her daughter’s struggle – it’s a good thing I had my shades on so no one would see. But of course I never cry ’cause I’m too tough for that stuff. I’m just sayin’ if I did, I was prepared. Stay strong lil’ Sally – you’re a heart warrior and you have many many more birthdays to enjoy. And remember Uncle DJ is the coolest. #OnSet #BAYWATCH #SavannahGA

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Johnson spends a lot of time in the gym perfecting his physique but he continues to prove time and again that his biggest muscle is his heart.

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On Saturday, the music industry (and the world as a whole) lost one of the most important figures in the history of the medium, as Chuck Berry passed away at the age of 90.

A revolutionary musician who impacted the lives of countless artists (including the late Beatles frontman quoted above), Berry rose to fame in the mid-1950’s and is known as a pioneer of the rock and roll genre.

In a time when racial tensions were high in United States, the African American artist transcended cultures and broke down barriers. Berry appealed to a wide variety of Americans and energized the youth of the country with a new style of music.

Among his catalog of hits are “Maybellene,” “Roll Over Beethoven,” “Memphis,” “My Ding-a-Ling,” “Sweet Little Sixteen,” and “Johnny B. Goode.” He was known not only for his tunes and guitar skills, but the physical and energetic way in which he performed live.

If imitation is the highest form of flattery, then Berry was one of the most flattered musicians in history. Everyone from the previously mentioned Beatles to the Beach Boys to Elvis and Rolling Stones covered Berry’s hits, and his music reached a new generation of fans when Marty McFly skipped around the stage while belting “Johnny B. Goode,” in Back to the Future.

The Stones were among those praising Berry in the wake of his passing as the Twitter account for the legendary rockers stated in part: “Chuck Berry was not only a brilliant guitarist, singer and performer, but most importantly, he was a master craftsman as a songwriter.”

Individually, Keith Richards shared an image of he and Berry (with the caption: “One of my big lights has gone out”) while Mick Jagger paid tribute in a series of tweets.

I am so sad to hear of Chuck Berry’s passing. I want to thank him for all the inspirational music he gave to us. 1/3 pic.twitter.com/9zQbH5bo9V

— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) March 18, 2017

He lit up our teenage years, and blew life into our dreams of being musicians and performers. 2/3 #ChuckBerry

— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) March 18, 2017

His lyrics shone above others & threw a strange light on the American dream. Chuck you were amazing&your music is engraved inside us forever

— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) March 18, 2017

Bruce Springsteen called Berry, “rock’s greatest practitioner, guitarist, and the greatest pure rock ‘n’ roll writer who ever lived” while Ringo Starr offered, as he so often does, “peace and love” and Brian Wilson called him a “big inspiration.”

Chuck Berry was rock’s greatest practitioner, guitarist, and the greatest pure rock ‘n’ roll writer who ever lived.

— Bruce Springsteen (@springsteen) March 18, 2017

R I P. And peace and love Chuck Berry Mr. rock ‘n’ roll music pic.twitter.com/hS2S2lUORf

— #RingoStarr (@ringostarrmusic) March 18, 2017

I am so sad to hear about Chuck Berry passing – a big inspiration! He will be missed by everyone who loves Rock ‘n Roll. Love & Mercy

— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) March 18, 2017

Further proof that Berry’s talents influenced musicians of numerous decades and genres, the likes of Rod Stewart, Gregg Allman, Peter Frampton, Questlove, Lenny Kravitz, Keith Urban, One Republic, and Rob Zombie paid their respects on social media.

It started with Chuck Berry. He inspired us all. The 1st album I bought was Chuck’s “Live at the Tivoli” and I was never the same.

— Rod Stewart (@rodstewart) March 18, 2017

The first, the best, a friend. Rest In Peace Chuck Berry. #tweet #chuckberry pic.twitter.com/5EkW8AWb0N

— Gregg Allman (@GreggAllman) March 19, 2017

He had a gtr style that influenced so many generations of players. Oh yes and how to write a great RnR song. Rest in peace dear Chuck https://t.co/bWQogYSyqw

— Peter Frampton (@peterframpton) March 18, 2017

Thou Shall Have No Other Rock Gods Before Him #ChuckBerry rip @ Rock & Roll Hall of Fame https://t.co/bU22p2cywb

— Questlove Gomez (@questlove) March 18, 2017

Hail Hail Chuck Berry!!! None of us would have been here without you. Rock on brother!

A post shared by Lenny Kravitz (@lennykravitz) on Mar 18, 2017 at 4:03pm PDT

RIP Chuck Berry !!!! Thank you for the poetry, the passion and the potency! GO JOHNNY GO. – KU

— Keith Urban (@KeithUrban) March 18, 2017

#RIPChuckBerry. Definition of musical legend. Thanks for rock ‘n roll.

— OneRepublic (@OneRepublic) March 18, 2017

Hail Hail Rock and Roll! #ripchuckberry

A post shared by RobZombieofficial (@robzombieofficial) on Mar 18, 2017 at 3:47pm PDT

Berry’s life and legacy also touched former U.S. Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama.

Chuck Berry rolled over everyone who came before him – and turned up everyone who came after. We’ll miss you, Chuck. Be good.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) March 19, 2017

Chuck Berry’s life was a treasure and a triumph, and he’ll never be forgotten. https://t.co/3Q7z0NatUd

— Bill Clinton (@billclinton) March 19, 2017

Berry was among the first class of inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986, but he also continued to work. On his 90th birthday, he announced a new album was in the works and it would be dedicated to his wife of 68 years, Themetta Berry.

“This record is dedicated to my beloved Toddy,” Berry said in a media release announcing the album, which will be his first LP in 38 years. “My darlin’ I’m growing old! I’ve worked on this record for a long time. Now I can hang up my shoes!”

Berry is survived by his wife, daughters Melody Exes Berry-Eskridge, Ingrid Berry and Aloha Berry, and son Charles Berry Jr.

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