GILBERT Gottfried mourned his friends Bob Saget and Louie Anderson with a photo tribute in an eerie post just 3 months before his own death.
The legendary comedian has passed away at the age of 67.
His death comes just three months after he shared a photo on social media of him with Bob Saget and Louie Anderson, who both recently passed.
He added the heartfelt caption: “This photo is very sad now. RIP Bob Saget and RIP Louie Anderson. Both good friends that will be missed.”
As the news broke, fans jumped to the comments section of the post to reflect and pay their respects.
One wrote: “This photo is even sadder now. RIP.”
Another shared: “Wow! RIP to all 3 of these icons.”
A third added: “All 3 reunited in Heaven. Fly high.”
Gilbert’s family confirmed today in a statement that he has died following a long illness, although it’s currently unclear what condition he was battling.
The statement announced via social media: ”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.”
Gilbert leaves behind his wife, Dara, who he married in 2007, and his two children, Lily and Max.
The New Yorker was best known for his very distinctive voice, most famous showcased when he played the parrot Iago in the 1992 animated classic Aladdin.
His surprise death comes three months after the passing of fellow stand-ups Bob Saget and Louie Anderson.
Bob Saget passed away at a Florida hotel on Sunday, January 9, 2022, at the age of 65.
An autopsy report sent to The Sun revealed he was infected with Covid-19 at the time of his death.
He was close friends with Gilbert, and they frequently mocked each other on Comedy Central Roast, and starred together in The Aristocrats.
Gilbert spoke to CNN after Bob’s death, saying: “I thought it was a sick joke.”
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