Ronnie Corbett has died at the age of 85 and comedians have led tributes to The Two Ronnies' star.

Ricky Gervais wrote on Twitter: "RIP the lovely, funny legend Ronnie Corbett. It was an absolute honour & joy to have known him."

Omid Djalili said: "And now Ronnie Corbett. What an absolutely delightful man. Sad sad news RIP."

Jack Whitehall tweeted: "RIP Ronnie Corbett, what a brilliant and funny man he was."

Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn tweeted: "Ronnie Corbett was a giant of British entertainment who was loved by millions. He will be dearly missed. Our thoughts are with his family."

Comedian David Walliams said: "Goodbye my friend and comedy idol #RonnieCorbett Thank you for all the laughs. It was the greatest honour to know and work with you."

Lord Sugar tweeted: "Sad news about Ronnie Corbett, very funny man R.I.P."

Entertainer Darren Day said on Twitter: "RIP Ronnie Corbett. True legend. He gave me a pair of his glasses to use for a sketch I was doing on the Royal Variety. Love to his family x"

Tony Hall, director general of the BBC, described Corbett as "one of the true greats of British comedy".

He said: "Ronnie Corbett was a wonderful comic and entertainer.

"A man of great charm and warmth who brought laughter and joy to millions. He was quite simply one of the true greats of British comedy.

"Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time."

Prime Minister David Cameron tweeted: "Ronnie Corbett had the rare talent of making all generations laugh. He'll be remembered as one of the all-time great comedians."

Comedy writer and producer Simon Blackwell said: "Very sad news about Ronnie Corbett - such a talented, funny and lovely man."

Lenny Henry wrote: "What sad news. Condolences to his family."

Comedian Sanjeev Bhaskar tweeted: "#RonnieCorbett One of the loveliest Kumars guests, always generous with his time & genuine off the cuff wit . A sad goodnight from him #RIP."

Julian Clary wrote: "R.I.P. Ronnie Corbett, a master of his craft and a huge star."

Chef James Martin tweeted: "We have lost a true legend today. RIP Ronnie Corbett, one of the nicest people I've ever met."

Comedian Miranda Hart said: "Having a little weep at the death of one of my heroes Ronnie Corbett. As he would say 'Miranda you can't look up to me'.Goodbye from me."

John Cleese tweeted: "Just heard about Ronnie C.So sad.He had the best timing I've ever watched.He was a great, kind mentor and a wonderfully witty companion."

Presenters Ant and Dec tweeted: "RIP Ronnie C. A comedy great and a gentleman. He will be sorely missed but his great work will live on. Goodnight from us."

Lyricist Sir Tim Rice wrote: "RIP Ronnie Corbett. As delightful as he was funny, i.e. extremely. Unforgettable comic perfection, gracious warm-hearted gentleman."

Ronan Keating tweeted: "Very sad news on the passing Of Ronnie Corbett a true gent . Lucky to meet him once. Rest in peace."

Actor and comedian Adam Brown wrote: "And it's goodnight from him. RIP Ronnie Corbett my comedy hero."

Writer and actor Mark Gatiss wrote on Twitter: "Ronnie Corbett was the most generous, charming and lovely man. Hugely supportive in the early days of The League Of Gentlemen.

"The day after we won the Perrier, I saw him in the queue. It was like being blessed by all our childhood Saturday nights. RIP dear man."

Comedian Rob Brydon said: "So saddened that Ronnie Corbett has passed away. A truly great comedian, a great man and a great friend. He was one of the special ones. RIP."

Nicola Sturgeon tweeted: "Sad to hear about Ronnie Corbett's death. I loved the Two Ronnies and feel lucky to have grown up in those years. Great comic & a proud Scot."

Comedian Michael Palin told BBC Radio 4's World at One: "Ronnie had a great sense of silliness, which I responded to greatly. He could do the serious stuff as well but there was a lovely sort of mischief, his eyes twinkled.

"He was absolutely delightful to play with and against, and do material with and, also, just a good friend too."