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Madonna and Rosanna Arquette are paying tribute to their Desperately Seeking Susan co-star Mark Blum, following the sad news of the Broaday star’s death on Thursday (March 26).

The “Like a Virgin” pop icon posted a tribute to her Instagram following the news.

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“I Want to Acknowledge the Passing of a remarkable Human, fellow actor and friend Mark Blum, who succumbed to Coronavirus. This is really tragic and my heart goes out to him, his family and his loved ones. I remember him as funny warm, loving and professional when we made Desperately Seeking Susan in 1985!! Another reminder that this virus is no joke, nothing to be casual about or pretend wont affect us in some way….we need to stay grateful -be hopeful- and follow the quarantine rules!” Madonna wrote in her post.

“Mark Blum .Rest In Peace my friend and co star what a kind and good person you were .my condolences to all your family and friends,” Rosanna wrote.

Our thoughts are with Mark‘s loved ones, and all those who have lost loved ones in the pandemic.

Mark Blum, a veteran stage actor who also appeared in dozens and dozens of movies and TV shows, has died due to complications from COVID-19, aka the Coronavirus.

The Wrap is reporting his death at the age of 69, but it is unknown at this time if he had any pre-existing conditions.

Mark was known for his work on Broadway in shows like 1991′s Lost in Yonkers, as well as movies like Desperately Seeking Susan and TV shows like You.

We’re mourning the losses of all of the stars we’ve lost due to Coronavirus. RIP.