Though she repped big names like Halle Berry and Janet Jackson, the founder of W&W Public Relations said her real job was spreading the word of Jesus Christ.

According to BET She has been widely recognized as one of the most influential and successful publicists, having represented some of the best-known entertainers in the nation.

And so, the death of Patti Webster at age 49 of cancer in Somerville, New Jersey, has drawn a huge outpouring of emotion from the artists, athletes and ministers whom she represented over the years as well as tributes from the industry where she made a huge name for herself.

“Just got the devastating news that my publicist Patti Webster passed away this morning,” tweeted gospel recording artist James Fortune. “My thoughts & prayers are with the family!”

Similarly, Holly Robinson Peete, who worked with the powerful publicist, offered a tribute andtweeted: “Completely devastated at the loss of Patti Webster. She was my publicist, mentor, trusted confidante I LOVE YOU.”

Magic Johnson was among those who tweeted condolences, calling her a “sensational publicist.” Go here for a full list of celebrity tweets.