Celine Dion 'heartbroken' by death of Beauty and the Beast singer Peabo Bryson

"He was so wonderful and generous to me all those years ago, when we recorded Beauty and the Beast," her tribute said."He made me so comfortable, as I was just learning to sing in English."He will remain for me always as a real symbol of the joy that music has brought to my life. His voice and his talent will be missed..."My heart is with your family, and may you rest in peace, Peabo."Bryson also collaborated with Roberta Flack on recordings including 1983 hit single Tonight, I Celebrate My Love.In a statement, his family said: "For more than five decades, Peabo's extraordinary voice served as the soundtrack to some of life's most cherished moments."His music carried generations through joyful celebrations, great love stories and enduring moments of comfort and inspiration, creating a legacy that will forever live in the hearts of those who loved him and the countless lives he touched through song. "While our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing how deeply Peabo was loved and how many lives were touched by his voice and his generous spirit," his family shared. "His legacy and music will live on for generations to come."