Keith Flint Dead: Tributes Pour In For Prodigy Frontman Following His Death, Aged 49

"We have lost a Titan".
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The music and entertainment world has been paying tribute to Keith Flint following his death at the age of 49.

Police confirmed the Prodigy frontman was found dead at his Essex home on Monday morning.

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Keith Flint
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In a statement his bandmates described Keith as “a true pioneer, innovator and legend”.

It is with deepest shock and sadness that we can confirm the death of our brother and best friend Keith Flint. A true pioneer, innovator and legend. He will be forever missed.
We thank you for respecting the privacy of all concerned at this time. pic.twitter.com/nQ3Ictjj7t

— The Prodigy (@the_prodigy) March 4, 2019

The statement reads: “It is with deepest shock and sadness that we can confirm the death of our brother and best friend Keith Flint.

“A true pioneer, innovator and legend. He will be forever missed.

“We thank you for respecting the privacy of all concerned at this time.”

Radio 2 Drive Time host Jo Whiley was one of the first to pay tribute to the musician on Twitter, describing him as “an absolute sweetheart”.

Oh this is sad news. The death of Keith Flint. Whenever our paths crossed he was an absolute sweetheart. Really lovely. Incredible iconic frontman with a soft centre. 😓#RIPKeithFlint

— Jo Whiley (@jowhiley) March 4, 2019

Shocked about Keith Flint from @the_prodigy what a waste of a vibrant frequency. Had lot's of fun times with Keith. R.I.P.

— Boy George (@BoyGeorge) March 4, 2019

We are so saddened to hear about the passing of Keith Flint. He’s played here so many times with the Prodigy and was booked for 2019. What an incredible frontman. Here’s a clip from ‘97 when they were the first dance band to headline Glastonbury - a huge, unforgettable moment. pic.twitter.com/9fxKBonfVa

— Emily Eavis (@emilyeavis) March 4, 2019

He did what all music stars are meant to do; he frightened your mums and dads. RIP Keith Flint ♥️🔥♥️ pic.twitter.com/nM7pEj7a3X

— kath 🙀❄️ (@KathyBurke) March 4, 2019

I just heard, and I am heartbroken. Once the most innovative, fearless, ballsy bands to grace a stage and Keith was perfection up front. We have lost a Titan. 💔 #KeithFlint #Prodigy https://t.co/YJ8knnPi1V

— Beverley Knight (@Beverleyknight) March 4, 2019

Gutted to hear the tragic news about Keith Flint... pleasure of meeting him a few times and proudly used to listen to his music as an athlete before every race... Mr Firestarter cause chaos wherever you are now #RIP #prodigy pic.twitter.com/aq8wLwUQaL

— Iwan Thomas MBE (@Iwanrunner) March 4, 2019

Oh gosh, so sad to hear about Keith Flint, he was always great fun to be around and very kind to Tom and I when we first started doing shows together..great man.

— ed simons (@eddychemical) March 4, 2019

Keith Flint. Horribly sad news. Thank you for The Prodigy. You’ll be fucken missed. 🖤 https://t.co/4WSeeqTqb9 via @YouTube

— amanda abbington (@CHIMPSINSOCKS) March 4, 2019

Absolutely devastated to hear the tragic news that the legend Keith Flint from @the_prodigy has passed away. Our thoughts & condolences are with all his friends and family. We wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for Keith and the life changing music they made and championed. RIP 💔

— Chase & Status (@chaseandstatus) March 4, 2019

Sad to hear Keith flint died this morning.. met him a few times he was a great guy and loved his bike racing.. 😞

— FOGGY MBE (@carlfogarty) March 4, 2019

RIP Keith Flint, what an Icon 💔

— KATY B (@KatyB) March 4, 2019

RIP Keith Flint 💔 pic.twitter.com/TYo0480IrG

— Mixmag (@Mixmag) March 4, 2019

Keith was best known for his punk image and providing the vocals on The Prodigy’s best known singles, Firestarter and Breathe, which both went to number one in the UK chart.

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