When news broke on Tuesday that comedian Patrice O'Neal had died at 41 from complications of a stroke, those closest to him began to react to the sad news.
Ricky Gervais is one of the many friends and celebrity fans who has reacted to the news, recalling a fondness for the comedian's sense of humor and wit. "One of my favourite stand up comedians," he tweeted.
"So sad. RIP," Kevin Smith added. "I shared some air & some air time with the man on O&A & he was always funny & thoughtful. Patrice — he WILL be missed."
"Saturday Night Live" star Seth Meyers remembered the comic on Twitter as well. "RIP Patrice O'Neal," he wrote. "A day spent watching clips of him on-line is a day well spent." ....
RIP my brother...Isn't Mr. O'Neal the same guy who played in the movie "The 25th Hour" with Spike Lee???
Thursday, December 1st 2011 at 1:00PM
Siebra Muhammad
The brother was definitely a comedian. May he RIP...
Thursday, December 1st 2011 at 2:41PM
Mike Harris
