In an extremely heart-breaking news Aretha Franklin, the voice that brought tears to former President Obama's eyes is reported 'gravely ill.' She is admitted in the hospital and is suspected of having cancer. Media reports by Daily Mail suggest that the singer has shrunk to a terrifyingly frail 86lb which is approximately 39 kgs. News also has it the family has been told "Prepare yourself, she's dying" and they also have been seen gathering by her hospital bed in Detroit. Some reports also claim that her health has been deteriorating for weeks.

The larger than life singer has won 18 Grammy Awards and is one of the best-selling musical artists of all time. As soon as the news broke out Twitter is flooded with wishes and prayers. Here are a few reactions from various people and celebs for the legend.

Franklin's first secular album, Aretha: With The Ray Bryant Combo featured her first single to chart the Billboard Hot 100. To her list of hits also added "Won't Be Long" peaked at number 7 on the R&B chart.

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