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Tom Hanks paid homage to Fountains Of Wayne star Adam Schlesinger, who reportedly died from coronavirus. He was 52.
The Emmy and Grammy Award-winning musician, also known for his work on the TV show ‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’, died in New York on Wednesday.
His family had earlier said Schlesinger had been sedated and was on a ventilator after being diagnosed with Covid-19.
Shortly after news of his death was reported, stars from film, TV and music paid tribute.
Tom Hanks✔@tomhanks
There would be no Playtone without Adam Schlesinger, without his That Thing You Do! He was a One-der. Lost him to Covid-19. Terribly sad today. Hanx
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Adam Schlesinger, singer and songwriter, was best known for rock band Fountains Of Wayne.