Australian cricket legend Shane Warne has passed away, aged 52 years old.

His management confirmed the news in the early hours of Saturday morning, saying the cricketer died in Thailand on Friday.

"It is with great sadness we advise that Shane Keith Warne passed away of a suspected heart attack in Koh Samui, Thailand today, Friday March 4th," the statement, obtained by theSydney Morning Herald, read.

"Shane was found unresponsive in his villa and despite the best efforts of medical staff, he could not be revived.

"The family requests privacy at this time and will provide further details in due course."

The Victorian and federal governments have offered a state funeral to Warne's family, which includes his three children, Brooke, 24, Jackson, 22 and Summer, 20.

"Nobody who saw Shane Warne play will ever forget him," Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews said on Saturday.

Since the news broke early yesterday morning, Australian stars have shared tributes to the Australian cricket legend online.

Elton John

The singer had his own few words to mourn the loss of the great cricketer.

"A tragic day for Australian cricket. Two legends passing is heartbreaking," he wrote in reference to the passing of Rod Marsh as well as Warnie.

"I knew them both and played cricket with Rod in Perth. A very special and fearless man. Shane was a magical bowler and such huge fun. They were both Australians through and through, which made them so endearing. My sympathies to their families and loved ones."

Ed Sheeran

The 'Shape Of You' singer wrote a hearty post to honour the life and legacy of Warne, to his 37 million followers.

"The world keeps taking incredible people away. I spoke to Shane on the anniversary of Michaels passing this week saying we were both raising a glass of 707 in his honour, and now this news comes out," he wrote.

"Shane was the kindest heart, and always went above and beyond to make people feel welcome and special. Such a gentleman. He gave so many hours and years of his life to bring joy to others, and was such an amazing friend to me.

"I'll bloody miss you mate. Absolutely gutted."

Liz Hurley