Tiffany Haddish, Jason Alexander, More Stars Mourn Gilbert Gottfried After His Death At 67
12.04.2022 - 23:17
/ hollywoodlife.com
Hollywood is mourning the loss of one of their own. Comedian and actor Gilbert Gottfried died on Tuesday, April 12 at the age of 67. He was battling Recurrent Ventricular Tachycardia brought on by Myotonic Dystrophy type II. Gilbert’s family shared the heartbreaking news in a statement that was posted on the late star’s Twitter account.
“We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Gilbert Gottfried after a long illness. 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,” the statement read.
Gilbert was remembered fondly by so many figures in Hollywood who shared tributes on social media in his memory. See the touching messages from Kathy Griffin, Jason Alexander, and more.
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Seinfeld star Jason Alexander had the kindest words to share about Gilbert on Twitter. “Gilbert Gottfried made me laugh at times when laughter did not come easily. What a gift. I did not know him well but I loved what he shared with me. My best wishes and sympathy to his family,” he wrote.
Marlee Matlin
Oscar winner Marlee Matlin recalled some fun times with Gilbert when honoring the late icon. “I am so sad to read about the passing of Gilbert Gottfried. Funny, politically incorrect but a softie on the inside,” she wrote, alongside a photo of the pair. “We met many times; he even pranked me on a plane, replacing my intepreter @655jack (they’re like twins). Sending love to Dara & his children. RIP #gilbertgottfried.”
Kathy Griffin
Kathy Griffin honored Gilbert by re-posting his tribute to his late friends Bob