It is with deep sadness that we announce Green Bay Packers legend Bart Starr has passed away at age 85: https://t.co/Qgv5o6FP3D pic.twitter.com/mIqu5hGyMt

— Green Bay Packers (@packers) May 26, 2019

A message from the family of Bart Starr pic.twitter.com/TmduH0EiZb

— Green Bay Packers (@packers) May 26, 2019

A very classy obit and well-written tribute by Cliff on one of the finest men to ever walk the earth. Thoughts and prayers to Cherry, Bart Jr. and the rest of his family #Packers https://t.co/YoYhIfbLC1

— Wes Hodkiewicz (@WesHod) May 26, 2019

Legend! RIP 🙏🏾 https://t.co/pQ0d1920yj

— Oren Burks (@BangTimeBurks) May 26, 2019

Bart Starr is a legend in so many ways! I am so sad to hear this news today. I remember first meeting him my rookie year at the Lombardi golf classic. He always had time for everyone and made everyone around him better. Praying for Cherry and their family on this sad day. https://t.co/kSDVQTEXJ4

— Mason Crosby (@crosbykicks2) May 26, 2019

RIP Hall of Famer and @packers legend Bart Starr pic.twitter.com/9wRhk4o5W8

— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) May 26, 2019

#Legend #TrueChampion #RIP https://t.co/qFVtgIzv59

— James Jones (@89JonesNTAF) May 26, 2019

LEGEND.

RIP, Bart Starr 🙏 pic.twitter.com/itNkk8SZJU

— Green Bay Packers (@packers) May 26, 2019

I only got to meet you a few times but each time you reminded me of what an impact you can have by just being good person. One of the nicest people Ive been blessed to know and the epitome of what it means to be a professional athlete! RIP Bart Starr

— John Kuhn (@kuhnj30) May 26, 2019

Bart Starr was the most kind, thoughtful and classiest person you could ever know. I consider myself extremely lucky to have called him friend and to have been mentioned in the same breath. Deanna and I are praying for Cherry and the Starr family. #RIPBartStarr

— Brett Favre (@BrettFavre) May 26, 2019

Today we mourn with the rest of the football world. Our sincere condolences to the Packers and the Starr family. https://t.co/QBnRt0C0iN

— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) May 26, 2019

Bart was a true gentleman, a great player and a great pioneer for the NFL. He set a tremendous example for all QBs to emulate.

My thoughts are with Bart’s wife, Cherry, and the entire Starr family. #Legend pic.twitter.com/TaXXCqVN18

— John Elway (@johnelway) May 26, 2019

Saddened to hear the news that one of my idols #BartStarr has passed away... one of those rare GREAT players that was a WAY better human being than fball player! He touched so many and will be deeply missed - the world needs more like him!

— Kurt Warner (@kurt13warner) May 26, 2019

Bart Starr was a true gentleman and one of the kindest people I knew. I had elbow surgery following our ‘95 Super Bowl in Birmingham and Bart made a visit to the hospital. To this day, not sure how he even knew I was there. #ripbart

— Troy Aikman (@TroyAikman) May 26, 2019

Today we mourn the loss of a @Packers legend.

Rest in peace, Bart Starr. pic.twitter.com/QPxyFlD4NM

— Milwaukee Brewers (@Brewers) May 26, 2019

You will he missed & Forever Remembered.

I know how much you meant to the State of Wisconsin and @NFL all over the world!

Heaven just got another great QB! 🙏🏾 #BartStarr pic.twitter.com/Hhn1TVynRk

— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) May 26, 2019

RIP to one of the greats, Bart Starr.

Among being a stellar human, Starr’s remarkable @packers career features one of the all-time unbeatable resume lines: MVP of Super Bowl 1 AND Super Bowl 2. pic.twitter.com/2V1wr03Ire

— Rich Eisen (@richeisen) May 26, 2019

I’m saddened to learn of the passing of Bart Starr. His legacy has touched many people and I’m lucky to be one of those that was inspired by his spirit. Thank you for being the ultimate role model for professional athletes. Rest in Heaven

— Calais Campbell (@CalaisCampbell) May 26, 2019

Mannn. Rest In Peace To An Absolute Legend And Warrior, Bart Starr! pic.twitter.com/nZyYnh9tpU

— Jalen Hurts (@JalenHurts) May 26, 2019

Bart Starr was one of the most genuine, sincere people I knew. He personified the values of our league as a football player, a family man, and a tireless philanthropist who cared deeply about helping at-risk kids.

— Roger Goodell (@nflcommish) May 26, 2019

Above all, Bart was a wonderful human being who will be remembered for his kindness and compassion. On behalf of the entire NFL family and football fans all over the world, we send our heartfelt condolences to his wife, Cherry; his family; and the Green Bay community.

— Roger Goodell (@nflcommish) May 26, 2019

Today is a sad day. Bart Starr was truly one of the greatest, both as a quarterback and as a man. He deserves so much of the credit for five @packers championships. Bart, you were a special player and man, and you will be greatly missed by all of us. @nfl @ProFootballHOF pic.twitter.com/AqbJCRWHSj

— Francis Tarkenton (@Fran_Tarkenton) May 26, 2019

The Giants remember legendary quarterback, Hall of Famer, and respected rival Bart Starr. pic.twitter.com/NgVsXXrEjI

— New York Giants (@Giants) May 26, 2019

Our official video tribute to the great @packers Bart Starr pic.twitter.com/471rqlHe7L

— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) May 27, 2019

RIP to @packers #Pioneer https://t.co/vqqZwQbTzB

— Rashan Gary ® (@RashanAGary) May 27, 2019

I’ve lost a amazing friend. Bart was a caring, loving and giving man. Words can’t express my feelings about him. He showed me how to be a great person, by the way he lived his life. Always making others happy. You are my hero. #RIPBart Mommy Cherry love you. pic.twitter.com/ks2ecg6mgP

— Donald Driver (@Donald_Driver80) May 26, 2019

#rip Bart Starr! True legend of legends. #packers #BartStarr OG🐐

— Desmond Bishop (@Desbishop55) May 26, 2019

Rest In Peace, Bart Starr. One of our league’s all-time greats.

— Jim Irsay (@JimIrsay) May 26, 2019

#BartStarr Bart and his wife Cherry were like a second set of parents to me and my wife Beverly. ⁦@packers⁩ ⁦@ProFootballHOF⁩ So much more than a coach. A man of great faith, dignity and integrity. I loved him and mourn his passing but my life is so much richer. RIP pic.twitter.com/Fu2W5N8pfF

— James Lofton (@lofton80) May 27, 2019

So sad to hear about the passing of Bart Starr. I had the honor of meeting him at the Lombardi Golf Classic in 2012. He was riding by on a golf cart and I basically jumped in front of the cart to meet him. He was happy to stop to say hi and take a picture. I’ll never forget it. pic.twitter.com/d6YBuyomWd

— Tom Crabtree (@itsCrab) May 27, 2019

One of the most unique privileges I experienced as a former Packer QB was becoming friends w all the Lombardi Packer greats that made Green Bay!! Getting to know Bart Start was at the top of that list. RIP Bart. It was an honor to become friends w you!!! You were the best!!!

— Don Majkowski (@Dmajik7) May 27, 2019

America lost a great athlete but more important, a truly great individual with passing of @packers legend Bart Starr. Bart was not only a Hall of Fame quarterback, but he was a humanitarian and tireless philanthropist, who spent over 50 years helping at-risk youth (@rawhideinc).

— Jack Nicklaus (@jacknicklaus) May 28, 2019

Had many opportunities over years to meet Bart & he always made me feel like an old friend. Bart Starr never met a stranger. He was a gentleman, humble and simply a wonderful guy. Barbara & I send heartfelt thoughts & prayers to Cherry, his wife of 65 years, and entire family! pic.twitter.com/d07ldclmLI

— Jack Nicklaus (@jacknicklaus) May 28, 2019

The NFL community mourns the loss of one of the most iconic figures in our history, Bart Starr. @SteveMariucci delivers a heartfelt message about what Starr meant to him and so many others ❤️️ pic.twitter.com/GlsrATaYw4

— NFL Total Access (@NFLTotalAccess) May 27, 2019