Mick Fleetwood took to social media to release a heartfelt statement after news broke of bandmate Christine McVie's death.
The singer-songwriter's death at the age of 79 was confirmed in a family statement on Wednesday, which said she was a “revered musician who was loved universally”. They revealed she had died peacefully in hospital after a short illness.
Now, bandmate Mick, 75, has echoed the family sentiment with his own touching words. Taking to Instagram, he told his 223k followers: "This is a day where my dear sweet Friend Christine McVie has taken to flight.. and left us earthbound folks to listen with bated breath to the sounds of that "song bird" reminding one and all that love is around us to reach and touch in this precious life that is gifted to us.
"Part of my heart has flown away today.. I will miss everything about you Christine McVie."
He ended his post: "Memories abound.. they fly to me. Mick Fleetwood."
Alongside Mick, Christine landed the number one spot in the charts in 1969 with their tune titled Albatross. In the US, the band reached top spot once with Dreams. The track sold more than one million copies and reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
Other big hits the band released included Go Your Own Way, Everywhere and Don't Stop.
All together, the British-American rock band which was founded in London in 1967 sold more than 100 million records worldwide, making them one of the most successful groups ever.
Tributes continued to pour in from musicians and fans across the globe following the sad news. Among them was the band's official Instagram account, which wrote: " There are no words to described our sadness at the passing of Christine McVie.
"She was truly one-of-a-kind, special and talented beyond measure. She was the best musician anyone could have in their band and the best friend anyone could have in their life.
"We were so lucky to have a life with her. Individually and together, we cherished Christine deeply and are thankful for the amazing memories we have. She will be so very missed."
Charlatans frontman Tim Burgess also tweeted: "Ah man, farewell Christine McVie. A beautiful voice and such a brilliant musician and songwriter too."
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