I'd sob uncontrollably if Madonna died. She's touched me and been part of my life through her music for twelve years, almost thirteen. You don't have to know a person to have a deep, emotional investment in them.
I cried when George Michael died but I didn't full on sob... I had to take a few minutes though.
I don't think we should scrutinize people on how they feel about any death. Music can touch people. Actors and actresses can touch people. Carrie Fisher is beloved for her work on Star Wars..
crying is an emotion.
you don't have to know someone personally to have an emotional attachment.
aren't you attached to your favorite artist?
aren't you attached to your favorite movie?