The entertainment industry mourned a tragic loss on Tuesday, when it was revealed that actor and comedian Gilbert Gottfried has passed away at the age of 67. The news was originally revealed by fellow actor Jason Alexander, before subsequently being confirmed through a statement from Gottfried’s family on the actor’s official social media account. Gottfried became an icon in the entertainment world for his unique voice, which he lent to . A prolific comedian, actor, and podcaster, Gottfried charmed generations of with his stand-up comedy, his appearances on shows like Hollywood Squares and the Comedy Central Roast, and animated performances such as Iago inย Aladdin, Digit LeBoid inย Cyberchase, and the Aflac Duck.
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“We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Gilbert Gottfried after a long illness,” the family’s statement reads. “In addition to being the most iconic voice in comedy, Gilbert was a wonderful husband, brother, friend and father to his two young children. Although today is a sad day for all of us, please keep laughing as loud as possible in Gilbert’s honor. Love, the Gottfried family.”
In the time since Gottfried’s passing was announced, entertainers from all corners of Hollywood have taken to social media to mourn the actor, and to share various stories of their time with him. Here are just a few of those reactions.
Jason Alexander
Judd Apatow
Tiffany Haddish
Marlee Matlin
Jennifer Tilly
Bill Burr
John Stewart
Ethan Page
C. Robert Cargill
Joy-Ann Reid
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