The legendary DJ and producer passed away in London this morning.

"We are deeply sorry to announce that Andrew Weatherall, the noted DJ and musician passed away in the early hours of this morning, Monday, 17th February, 2020, at Whipps Cross Hospital, London. The cause of death was a pulmonary embolism. He was being treated in hospital but unfortunately the blood clot reached his heart. His death was swift and peaceful. His family and friends are profoundly saddened by his death and are taking time to gather their thoughts."

Today is the worst of days. Can’t believe it. He was the best of people. A lovely, lovely human being. Hilarious. A fabulous story teller. A man of impeccable taste. An inspiration. A friend. A comrade in arms. It’s so hard to imagine our world without him. — Optimo (Espacio) (@JDTwitch) February 17, 2020

Weatherall was a font of all things amazing when it came to music. I’ll miss his enthusiasm and his ace recommendations. A good friend and inspiration to so many x x pic.twitter.com/0OEVdoaets — Tim Burgess (@Tim_Burgess) February 17, 2020

We are profoundly sad to learn of the passing of Andrew Weatherall. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.



A true cultural icon and vital contributor to the label, his absence will be immensely felt. Thank you for all the music and memories. pic.twitter.com/SHfJgXrgxd — Warp Records (@WarpRecords) February 17, 2020

Absolutely distraught to hear this terrible news. Andrew was a longtime friend, collaborator and one of most talented persons I’ve known. Also one of the nicest. Genius is an overworked term but I’m struggling to think of anything else that defines him. https://t.co/nWlyE75bL5 — Irvine Welsh (@IrvineWelsh) February 17, 2020

I am so so shocked and saddened. Andrew was such a wonderful soul. 💔 https://t.co/l8pTC8KpDs — Cosey Fanni Tutti (@coseyfannitutti) February 17, 2020

hard to put into words the influence and impact Andrew Weatherall has had on UK culture...

so sad to hear of his passing

RIP — Gilles Peterson (@gillespeterson) February 17, 2020

Not many people have soundtracked my life with as much amazing music as Andrew Weatherall and an absolute gent to go with it. RIP — R&S Records (@randsrecords) February 17, 2020

Andy Weatherall once described his work as "a series of beautiful, totally futile gestures." — Ed Caesar (@edcaesar) February 17, 2020