Twitter Tributes Pour in for Lord Richard Attenborough

British actor and film director, Lord Richard Attenborough, acclaimed for his award winning film, Gandhi, has died at the age of 90, his son told BBC today (24 August).

Lord Attenborough was best known as a director for Gandhi, which won him two Oscars. He has also appeared in several films, including The Great Escape, 10 Rillington Place, Miracle on 34th Street and Jurassic Park.

Tributes have been pouring in on social media since the news of his death broke this evening.

Prime Minister David Cameron lead the tributes followed by the The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) and the Chelsea Football Club. Lord Richard Attenborough was the Life President at the club's stadium, Stamford Bridge.

His acting in "Brighton Rock" was brilliant, his directing of "Gandhi" was stunning - Richard Attenborough was one of the greats of cinema.

— David Cameron (@David_Cameron) August 24, 2014

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of esteemed filmmaker and former BAFTA President Lord Attenborough: http://t.co/XnsDng7tnr

— BAFTA (@BAFTA) August 24, 2014

All at Chelsea FC are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Lord Attenborough, our Life President. pic.twitter.com/hf4P2wCeAo

— Chelsea FC (@chelseafc) August 24, 2014

Lord Attenborough was a much-loved figure at Chelsea, where he trained with the team, supported from the stands and became a director.

— Chelsea FC (@chelseafc) August 24, 2014

Richard Attenborough was the kindest man I have ever had the privilege of working with. A Prince. RIP 'Pa' - and thank you — mia farrow (@MiaFarrow) August 24, 2014

Sad to hear of Dickie Attenborogh. Family secret - he was Richard and David Dave. True story. He did so so much in so many arenas.

— Stephen Fry (@stephenfry) August 24, 2014

Star of Great Escape & Jurassic Park; director of Gandhi Lord Richard Attenborough dead at 90 (via @daily_express) http://t.co/3b7uBnlMcp — John Fugelsang (@JohnFugelsang) August 24, 2014

My first film role was for Richard Attenborough. A beautiful, brilliant, gentle, positive man. Gave me confidence & endless encouragement. X

— Tom Goodman-Hill (@tgoodmanh) August 24, 2014

Just heard on BBC the sad news of Richard Attenborough passing away. Exceptional man ! May his soul rest in peace. — Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) August 24, 2014

Richard Attenborough made everyone love him as much as youd love your grandad for those 2 hours in Jurassic Park. RIP :(

— Mat Zo (@Mat_Zo_MRSA) August 24, 2014

Lord Attenborough is survived by his wife Sheila Sim, his son, and his brother, broadcaster Sir David Attenborough.