ICONIC comedian Gilbert Gottfried has died after an extended battle with a uncommon illness. The Aladdin star was 67 when he took his final breath in Manhattan. His household broke the information of his passing on Gottfried’s official Twitter account.
“We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Gilbert Gottfried after a long illness,” wrote his household in a joint assertion. They added: “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 honour.”
According to his publicist and very long time pal, Glenn Schwartz, the comedian’s demise was because of issues from myotonic dystrophy sort 2.
Gottfried, who carried out comedy for over 50 years, was adored for his crude humour, political incorrectness and shrill voice. As his consultant greatest places it, “because his live performances put aside political correctness while he delivers jokes that know no boundaries.”
His affect in comedy even gave him life as an actor, showing in movies like Beverly Hills Cop II and Aladdin as the enduring parrot. Aside from his consultant, different actors have additionally come forth to pay their respect and honour his work.
Sienfeld actor Jason Alexander, wrote 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. #ripGilbertGottfried”
While Tiffany Hadish merely wrote: “This is a sad day”, alongside posting an image of Gottfried.
The late comedian is survived by his spouse, daughter, son, sister and nephew.
