The final appearance of guest judge and longtime friend of The Masked Singer competition, Leslie Jordan, had laughs, tears, and — as usual – a few surprises.
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Production on Fox’shas been halted following the death of Leslie Jordan. Jordan, who portrayed Phil in the series since Season 1, completed work on a total of 9 episodes.
Thursday night’s episode titled “Call Me Uncle Dad” will air as scheduled and will include an in-memorium.
Jordan died in a single-car crash in Hollywood today. He was 67. According to the LAPD, a driver, likely suffering a medical emergency, drove a car into a wall at the intersection of Cahuenga Boulevard and Romaine Street around 9:45 a.m. today.
“We are shocked and devasted by today’s tragic passing of Leslie Jordan,” a representative for Fox Entertainment, the network where Call Me Kat airs, said in a statement following the tragic news. “Leslie was far more than an Emmy Award-winning comedic talent with whom we’ve laughed alongside for all these years. He was the kindest person you could ever imagine who simply lit up a room and brought pure joy and huge smiles to millions of people around the world. The truest of Southern Gentlemen, Leslie carried an infectious exuberance, indelible sense of humor and, throughout, gifted us with countless fond memories that will last forever. As we grieve this sad news, we also wish to extend our most profound sympathies to Leslie’s family, friends, and fans, whom he held so dear.”
“Warner Bros. Television is devastated about the tragic and sudden loss of our dear friend Leslie Jordan. Leslie was an extraordinary person and talent. He brought joy to fans across the globe. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and fans at this time,” a statement on behalf of Warner Bros. TV reads.
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The final appearance of guest judge and longtime friend of The Masked Singer competition, Leslie Jordan, had laughs, tears, and — as usual – a few surprises.
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Leslie Jordan was honored with a touching tribute during Thursday night’s episode of Fox‘s Call Me Kat, after the actor and comedian died in a single-car crash in Hollywood at the age of 67 on Monday.
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Production on the sitcom Call Me Kat has been paused following the tragic death of Leslie Jordan.
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Leslie Jordan left us with a final message that has now become more relevant than likely intended.
Will & Grace actors Sean Hayes and Eric McCormack have led tributes to their late co-star Leslie Jordan. The actor/comedian died after a car crash in Hollywood on Monday morning. He was 67.
A shocking loss. Leslie Jordan died on Monday, October 24, after a car crash in Los Angeles. He was 67.