The death of famed director Tony Scott, who authorities said jumped off Vincent Thomas Bridge in San Pedro, set off an instant emotional outpouring from a stunned Hollywood community.

The helmer of such blockbusters as Top Gun, True Romance, Enemy of the State, and The Taking of Pelham 1-2-3, was also, with his brother Ridley Scott, a prolific producer, with his various projects and partnerships spanning the industry.

From fellow directors, actors, students and just admirers, the statements and tweets reveal a deep sadness; THR will continue to update as more come in.

"Tony was my dear friend and I will really miss him. He was a creative visionary whose mark on film is immeasurable. My deepest sorrow and thoughts are with his family at this time." - Tom Cruise

Tony was always sensitive to the needs of an actor. We've lost a wonderful, creative talent. - Gene Hackman

No more Tony Scott movies. Tragic day

— Ron Howard (@RealRonHoward) August 20, 2012

Just heard about Tony Scott news.Horrible...Tony was a truly lovely man who took me under his wing & ignited my passion to make films.

— Duncan Jones (@ManMadeMoon) August 20, 2012

Awww Tony.Wish you had felt there was a way to keep going.What a sad waste.My thoughts go out to his wife and beautiful children.

— Duncan Jones (@ManMadeMoon) August 20, 2012

Shocked to hear about Tony Scott’s suicide. Terrible news.

— Lee Unkrich (@leeunkrich) August 20, 2012

RIP Tony Scott. Damn. He was a huge inspiration. Very sad.

— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) August 20, 2012

ugh! i am a HUGE tony Scott fan. that is horrible news.RIP.

— BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS (@BRIANMBENDIS) August 20, 2012

Wow! Such sadness. Tony Scott, brilliant film director died. Man On Fire! Great motion picture w/Denzel Washington.

— Peter Fonda (@iamfonda) August 20, 2012

Such sad news about Tony Scott. Heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

— Jon Favreau (@Jon_Favreau) August 20, 2012

Devastated by the death of Tony Scott. Just watched True Romance 1 of my top 5 fav movies ever a few nights ago. #RIP

— Dane Cook (@danecook) August 20, 2012

Cannot believe the news about Tony Scott. Horrific an sad. Top Gun is one of my favorite movies of all time.

— Dana Brunetti (@DanaBrunetti) August 20, 2012

@danabrunetti My heart breaks for Tony Scott and his loved ones, my prayers and thoughts go out to them. Stunned and sad.

— Michael De Luca (@MichaelDe_Luca) August 20, 2012

Collaborating with the great Tony Scott was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. My thoughts are with his family tonight.

— Richard Kelly (@JRichardKelly) August 20, 2012

Tony Scott was the ultimate mentor - once he understood you... he released the glorious hounds of inner city research, dangerous frontiers.

— Richard Kelly (@JRichardKelly) August 20, 2012

Tony Scott was the best mentor - when he saw something punk rock that he could slip through the system... he pounced.

— Richard Kelly (@JRichardKelly) August 20, 2012

Tony Scott as a Director was Sui Generis. Tony Scott as a friend and a mentor was irreplaceable. Tone, wherever you are, I love you man. RIP

— Joe Carnahan (@carnojoe) August 20, 2012

Tony's influence on a generation of filmmakers is colossal. There isn't a more commercially successful director who pushed the form like him

— Joe Carnahan (@carnojoe) August 20, 2012

I've been extremely fortunate in my career. A career I wouldn't have without Tony Scott's persistence, love and relentless support.

— Joe Carnahan (@carnojoe) August 20, 2012

Taking a moment to reflect on Tony Scott's life & work! My sympathies to his family. Feeling the loss!

— Samuel L. Jackson (@SamuelLJackson) August 20, 2012

Rest in Peace...Tony Scott

— Dylan McDermott (@DylanMcDermott) August 20, 2012

Tony Scott. RIP.

— Donald Faison (@donald_faison) August 20, 2012

So sorry to hear Tony Scott is dead. A great director.

— Rob Schneider (@RobSchneider) August 20, 2012

Tony Scott, rest in peace. How horribly sad.

— Kat Dennings (@OfficialKat) August 20, 2012

RIP Tony Scott. So sad.

— Josh Gad (@joshgad) August 20, 2012

"I didn't...understand what you said"--my favorite moment from Beverly Hills Cop. #Tonyscott #RIPtonyscott

— Dominic Monaghan (@DomsWildThings) August 20, 2012

Just so sad about Tony Scott. R.I.P.

— David Boreanaz (@David_Boreanaz) August 20, 2012

My heart stopped when I heard of the tragic death of 1 of r most inspiring directors, Tony Scott. Rest In Peace Tony. U will be missd so...

— Adam Shankman (@adammshankman) August 20, 2012

“I think we're lucky because there are very few people in life who get to do what we're doing.” - Tony ScottRIP

— Palak Patel (@palakspatel) August 20, 2012

Deeply saddened to hear the news about Tony Scott. A fine film-maker and the most charming, modest man.

— Stephen Fry (@stephenfry) August 20, 2012

So very, very sorry to hear of the death of Tony Scott. A terrible, terrible loss of a truly talented, brilliant man.

— Martha Plimpton (@MarthaPlimpton) August 20, 2012

I'm deeply shocked and saddened by the news of Tony Scott's death and my thoughts and prayers are with his family tonight.

— Josh Charles (@MrJoshCharles) August 20, 2012

R.I.P. Tony Scott. How sad.

— Joshua Malina (@JoshMalina) August 20, 2012

Tony Scott? No...

— Jason O'Mara (@jason_omara) August 20, 2012

Oh God, please tell me this Tony Scott story is a hoax. Please. Because it makes NO sense, from what I saw of him.

— Zack Stentz (@MuseZack) August 20, 2012

#RIPTONYSCOTTBig fan. Thank you for all of your movies. Sad day.

— Peter Facinelli (@peterfacinelli) August 20, 2012

Shocked.Tony Scott is a legend.Tragic and sad day.Thoughts and prayers for his family.

— Marc Webb (@MarcW) August 20, 2012

I just woke up to hear about Tony Scott. Can't believe it. As I hope was evident in my work, I was big fan of his. Rest In Peace, sir.

— edgarwright (@edgarwright) August 20, 2012

'The Last Boy Scout', 'True Romance', 'Crimson Tide', 'Man On Fire' and yes, 'Domino' too. Tony Scott was a rambunctious cinematic spirit.

— edgarwright (@edgarwright) August 20, 2012

True Romance. The scene with Christopher Walken and Dennis Hopper in a Detroit railyard is a classic. RIP Tony Scott.

— Michael Moore (@MMFlint) August 20, 2012

So sad to hear about Tony Scott. A master of grand action, nail biting pace and atmosphere. A real loss to film making.

— Simon Pegg (@simonpegg) August 20, 2012

RIP Tony Scott. Never knew him but always heard nothing but great things about him and I loved his films. Terrible loss for cinema.

— Eli Roth (@eliroth) August 20, 2012

Tony Scott director of my favorite movie man on fire." I wish you had moretime "

— Chris Rock (@chrisrock) August 20, 2012

Shocking and devastating news. He was the best and will be greatly missed.

— Christian Slater (@ChristianSlate4) August 20, 2012

If what's being reported is true and Tony was terminal, then he died as he lived: Full blown, full speed and down to the very last second.

— Joe Carnahan (@carnojoe) August 20, 2012

It's bittersweet to see the overwhelming praise for Tony Scott's work today. It's very much deserved, but sad he didn't hear it for himself.

— edgarwright (@edgarwright) August 20, 2012

Oh Wow, RIP Tony Scott.

— octavia spencer (@octaviaspencer) August 20, 2012

Prayers And Blessings To The Family Of Fellow Director Tony Scott And Brother Ridley.God Bless You.

— Spike Lee (@SpikeLee) August 20, 2012