John McCain, a former Navy pilot, prisoner of war, Arizona senator, and two-time presidential candidate, died on Aug. 25 at the age of 81. The six-term senator battled with brain cancer over the past year-and-a-half, and recently decided to stop medical treatment. His family released a statement on Aug 24 [1], that explained he "surpassed expectations for his survival" and expressed their immense gratitude for the "support and kindness of all his caregivers over the last year." According to a statement from his office [2], he was surrounded by his family when he died.
McCain will be remembered, not only by his wife Cindy, and children Meghan, Bridget, John, James, and Sidney; but by his colleagues, friends, and the American public. Below, see tributes from celebrities, journalist, and politicians on both sides of the aisle, honouring McCain and his life.