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Musicians, fans pay tribute to B.B. King memories on social media

By Cox Media Group National Content Desk
May 15, 2015

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Blues legend B.B. King died in his sleep Thursday night at his Las Vegas home. Fans and musicians took to social media shortly afterward to convey their sympathies and share their favorite King memories. Do you have one?

>> Photos: B.B. King through the years

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