Jared Leto pays heartfelt tribute to Chester Bennington and Chris Cornell at MTV Video Music Awards

Jared Leto's heartfelt tribute to Chester Bennington and Chris Cornell

The music world lost two of the greatest musicians to suicide earlier this year. Jared Leto pays tribute to them.

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There's no doubt that many musicians and fans from around the world were shocked at the deaths of Chester Bennington and Chris Cornell. 

During Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards, Jared Leto paid tribute to Linkin Park's Bennington and Soundgarden's Cornell.

Taking to the stage to introduce footage of Linkin Park's 2010 VMAs performance, Leto reflected on his friendship with the artists and encouraged those who may feel like "there is no hope" to reach out and "share your thoughts, do not give up."

Watch the incredible tribute and message below:

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