Janet Jackson, Blink-182 Pay Tribute To Gary Coleman

Janet Jackson has led the musical tributes to actor Gary Coleman, who died yesterday (May 28).

Coleman, who found fame in the TV show Diff’rent Strokes, passed away after suffering a brain haemorrhage. He was 42.

Reports said Coleman was admitted to hospital earlier this week after a fall at his home.

In a message on Twitter, Jackson said: “I'm at a loss for words upon learning of Gary Coleman's passing.

“I want to remember him as the fun, playful, adorable and affectionate man he was. He has left a lasting legacy. I know he is finally at peace.”

Coleman, whose character Arnold Jackson had the memorable catchphrase “What you talking ‘bout, Willis?”, was also remembered by Blink-182.

Bassist Mark Hoppus said: "I hope that in heaven Gary Coleman finds the peace that eluded him on Earth, and finally discovers what Willis was talking about."

Katy Perry also tweeted about Coleman’s death, while tennis star Serena Williams said her "heart goes out to Gary Coleman's family".