Some of Hollywood’s most prominent celebrities are paying tribute to the late Irish singer and songwriter Sinéad O’Connor, who passed away on Wednesday. Singers Pink and Brandi Carlile honored O’Connor by performing a heartfelt rendition of her hit song “Nothing Compares 2 U” during a concert in Cincinnati, Ohio. Pink shared with the crowd that as a little girl, she would make demo tapes of either Whitney Houston’s “Greatest Love of All” or O’Connor’s “Nothing Compares 2 U” during her visits to the Ocean City Boardwalk. Pink invited Carlile to join her on stage for a powerful duet, and numerous fans in the venue were moved to tears.
Meanwhile, actor Russell Crowe expressed his deep admiration for O’Connor in a heartfelt statement. He recounted his first encounter with the Irish singer, describing the moment they met on the streets of Dublin. Crowe praised O’Connor’s passion, warmth, and willingness to discuss a wide range of topics. He had the opportunity to tell her that she was a hero of his, and after their conversation, O’Connor embraced everyone present before disappearing into the streets. Crowe concluded his tribute, wishing peace for O’Connor’s courageous heart.
Former Smiths frontman Morrissey took a different approach in his tribute to O’Connor. While acknowledging her unique and nonconformist nature, he heavily criticized the press, the music industry, and the public for their treatment of O’Connor both during her life and after her passing. Morrissey condemned the industry’s tendency to praise artists only after their deaths and scolded the press for using labels like “icon” and “legend” when they had not supported O’Connor while she was alive. He compared her fate to that of other iconic celebrities, emphasizing the toll that fame and public scrutiny can take on individuals. Morrissey concluded that O’Connor’s death was a consequence of the harassment she faced for simply being herself.
Scottish singer and songwriter Annie Lennox paid tribute to O’Connor by sharing a photo of her on Twitter. Lennox praised O’Connor’s exquisite artistry and dedicated a heartfelt poem to her, describing her as impulsive, bold, and beautiful. Lennox praised O’Connor as a truth teller, a singer of songs, and a shamanic power house. She wished for the angels to hold O’Connor in their tender arms and grant her peace.
Canadian singer Alanis Morissette took to her Instagram story to express her admiration and regard for O’Connor. She described O’Connor as a profound inspiration to many, highlighting her passion, poetry, and unapologetic expression. Morissette expressed empathy for Ireland, the world, and all those saddened by the news of O’Connor’s passing.
Actor Jamie Lee Curtis also shared a heartfelt statement on Instagram, discussing her deep admiration and respect for O’Connor. Curtis recalled hearing O’Connor sing acappella in an empty chapel in Ireland, describing it as one of the most beautiful experiences of her life. She described O’Connor as a warrior and a rebel, highlighting her impact as a victim of child abuse who fought for change in Ireland’s laws. Curtis concluded her tribute by wishing O’Connor to rest well, rest in power, and rest in peace.
Sinéad O’Connor passed away on Wednesday, and the cause of her death is yet to be determined. O’Connor rose to international fame after her debut album “The Lion and the Cobra” was released in 1987. Her cover of Prince’s “Nothing Compares 2 U” catapulted her to superstardom in 1990. Known for her shaved head and nonconformist nature, O’Connor often made headlines for her political and cultural stances as well as her troubled personal life. In 2018, she announced that she had converted to Islam and would be adopting the name Shuhada’ Davitt, though she continued using Sinéad O’Connor professionally.
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