Irish singer Dolores O'Riordan, who was the lead singer of the Cranberries, has died.

In a statement on Facebook, the band said:

Then, in a following tweet, called Dolores a "true artist."

We are devastated on the passing of our friend Dolores. She was an extraordinary talent and we feel very privileged to have been part of her life from 1989 when we started the Cranberries. The world has lost a true artist today.
Noel, Mike and Fergal

— The Cranberries (@The_Cranberries) January 15, 2018

As the singer of the Cranberries, O'Riordan sang hits such as "Zombie" and "Linger."

O'Riordan was born in Limerick, Ireland. The Cranberries was formed in 1989.

Tributes have started pouring in from around the world.

Singer Hozier said he was "shocked and saddened" by her death.

My first time hearing Dolores O'Riordan's voice was unforgettable. It threw into question what a voice could sound like in that context of Rock. I'd never heard somebody use their instrument in that way. Shocked and saddened to hear of her passing, thoughts are with her family.

— Hozier (@Hozier) January 15, 2018

The band Kodaline said "Thoughts are with her family and friends."

Absolutely shocked to hear about the passing of Dolores O'Riordan! @The_Cranberries gave us our first big support when we toured with them around France years ago! Thoughts are with her family and friends

— Kodaline (@Kodaline) January 15, 2018

The President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, released a statement.

It is with great sadness that I have learned of the death of Dolores O’Riordan, musician, singer and song writer.

Dolores O’Riordan and The Cranberries had an immense influence on rock and pop music in Ireland and internationally.

I recall with fondness the late Limerick TD Jim Kemmy’s introduction of her and The Cranberries to me, and the pride he and so many others took in their successes.

To her family and all those who follow and support Irish music, Irish musicians and the performing arts her death will be a big loss.

Comedian Cameron Esposito recalled how O'Riordan was a "BIG part" of her childhood.

Oh wow. Dolores O’Riordan was a BIG part of my childhood. Helped me give myself permission to be. pic.twitter.com/z7IBtMSzid

— Cameron Esposito (@cameronesposito) January 15, 2018

The Scottish band PAWS said "We are heartbroken."

I once met Delores O’Riordan when I was 15. She was kind and lovely, I got her autograph on my train ticket and it made my day. She had the most amazing voice and presence. So sorry to hear that she’s passed away today x

— James Corden (@JKCorden) January 15, 2018

Duran Duran said, "We are crushed."

We are heartbroken to learn that Dolores O’Riordan has passed away.

The Cranberries were my first love. Thank you for some of my favourite records of all time. I want to play a Cranberries song at tonight’s show.

🌹 #Doloresoriordan pic.twitter.com/DfEk7ZXiwX

— PAWS (@wehavepaws) January 15, 2018

Actor Glenn Howerton said "Those first two albums are perfection."

We are crushed to hear the news about the passing of Dolores O’Riordan. Our thoughts go out to her family at this terrible time. https://t.co/6p20QD2Ii5 pic.twitter.com/vXscj0VGHS

— Duran Duran (@duranduran) January 15, 2018

Singer Julia Michaels said, "I will be blasting your voice in my car all day today."

I’m so sad to hear about the death of Dolores O’Riordan. I love The Cranberries so much. Those first two albums are perfection. #RIP

— Glenn Howerton (@GlennHowerton) January 15, 2018

Actress Caitriona Balfe said, "Dolores O'Riordan was the epitome of cool."

No 😰 #DoloresORiordan Rest In Peace. I will forever know how to flip from full to falsetto because of you. I will be blasting your voice in my car all day today #thecranberries #rip

— Julia Michaels (@imjmichaels) January 15, 2018

Foster the People said, "She was a true pioneer."

Shocked and heartbroken over Dolores O’Riordan’s death. The Cranberries were pinnacle in showing me that it was possible to fully embrace masculine and feminine energy in one cohesive sound. She was a true pioneer 💔

— Foster The People (@fosterthepeople) January 15, 2018

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