Some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry have been paying their respects to Joan Rivers, including Russell Crowe, Lindsay Lohan, Katy Perry and Naomi Campbell.

Rivers, who hosted the popular TV show 'Fashion Police', passed away on Thursday (09.04.14) in hospital following surgical complications, causing some of the industry's biggest names to pay their respects via Twitter.

Russell Crowe said: ''Dear Joan , 12 years being the butt of your jokes ...Then we met, had a laugh and I learned you were something amazing . Shine on. RIP (sic)''

Katy Perry commented: ''What's the point of wearing all these dumb costumes if Joan's not here to rip them apart RIP Joan Rivers. You are a one of a one (sic).''

Lindsay Lohan also took to Twitter to express her sadness, saying: ''We'd fuss but love was there. Cant believe ur gone. Love to your family. You were iconic and trailblazing. RIP Joan (sic)''

Meanwhile, Naomi Campbell wrote: ''Loved your amazing spirit and Drive #RIP @Joan_Rivers joanrivers #tolditlikeitis #word (sic)''

Rivers, widely regarded as one of the most outspoken comedians of her generation, was surrounded by friends and family when she passed away.