Garry Shandling, a Comedy Legend Has Died
TMZ is reporting that comedy icon Garry Shandling has passed away.
There are few details available, only a report that Shandling was well this morning, and a 911 call was placed from his own this afternoon. Sources are saying he suffered a massive heart attack. Shandling was and remains a legend in the comedy world, from the It’s Garry Shandling’s Show to the Larry Sanders Show and beyond. He was also known for his many times guesting and hosting on the Tonight Show. One of the most respected comedians in the world, there is no shortlist of comedic genius that his name wouldn’t be on. Both of his shows gave birth to entire genres of comedy programming.
We’ll post more thoughts on his incredible career and talent later tonight.
He was 66.
Upon hearing the news, comedy luminaries took to twitter to express brief thoughts on the passing of a giant.
R.I.P. Garry Shandling. I am so saddened to hear this. Brilliantly funny and such a great guy. He will be so missed.
— Albert Brooks (@AlbertBrooks) March 24, 2016
Absolutely can't process the loss of Garry Shandling. Such a genius, such a wonderful man, such an inspiration. I was so honored to know him
— Paul Feig (@paulfeig) March 24, 2016
I am heartbroken. What horribly sad news. https://t.co/WrBuyDPYQE
— Fred Willard (@Fred_Willard) March 24, 2016
Maybe a handfull of comedians that changed and shaped how comedy on tv is done for decades to follow. Garry Shandling is on our Mt. Rushmore
— Kevin Pollak (@kevinpollak) March 24, 2016
Garry Shandling has died. I am very sad. He had the magic 'it' quality. He used it well and now he goes to live in the comedy Valhalla
— Eddie Izzard (@eddieizzard) March 24, 2016
What a loss!One of the true comic geniuses ever. I will miss him so much. Can't imagine a world w out Garry's take on things.#GarryShandling
— David Steinberg (@david_steinberg) March 24, 2016
And now we lose Gary Shandling another brilliant comic mind. I didn't know him well but his work was inspired and he was gifted. Too sad.
— Lewis Black (@TheLewisBlack) March 24, 2016
Unflappable, understated, loyal guy. Innocent and jaded at the same time. What a great friend to so many of us. #garryshandling
— Colin Quinn (@iamcolinquinn) March 25, 2016
My heart aches. #RIP @GarryShandling.
You were simply a gift and an inspiration and friend to so many. https://t.co/DOk1DtViUK— Paul Provenza (@PaulProvenza) March 24, 2016
Here's to Garry Shandling – A brilliant & innovative talent who didn't comply but instead made show biz better by letting the joke be on him
— Barry Crimmins (@crimmins) March 24, 2016
https://twitter.com/paulscheer/status/713099483324612608
So sad and shocked. Garry Shandling taught me so much and possessed sincere generosity of spirit. I will miss him dearly.
— Jon Favreau (@Jon_Favreau) March 25, 2016
I guess if I pay respect ,I should at least spell his name right. R.I.P. Garry Shandling
— Gilbert Gottfried (@RealGilbert) March 25, 2016
My friend Gary Shandling is gone?!?! He will be more than missed…Genius at comedy and decency Good night sweet prince
— Richard Belzer (@MRbelzer) March 24, 2016
Garry Shandling a genius in comedy , there are no words ..love each other y'all
— Paul Mooney (@PaulEalyMooney) March 25, 2016
Sunday, my longtime friend Garry Shandling was here, making every1 laugh. I loved him. I'll miss our talks the most. pic.twitter.com/Ud8AQXNBXN
— Kathy Griffin (@kathygriffin) March 24, 2016
The funniest. So good. So smart. Thanks #GarryShandling
— Bobby Moynihan (@bibbymoynihan) March 24, 2016
.@GarryShandling no no no. I love you. I cannot accept that you are gone. Rest in Power my hero. #RIPGarry
— Margaret Cho (@margaretcho) March 24, 2016
If it's true I am heartsick @GarryShandling has died? One in a million brilliant people say it's not so
— Sandra Bernhard (@SandraBernhard) March 24, 2016
So saddened by the loss of Garry Shandling. His sneaky wit, self deprecating charm, and neurotic humor always made me laugh. True original.
— Larry Wilmore (@larrywilmore) March 24, 2016
I'm in shock. pic.twitter.com/nt1qFBWSrQ
— Richard Lewis (@TheRichardLewis) March 24, 2016
Garry Shandling was as kind and generous as he was funny and that is saying a lot.
— Jimmy Kimmel (@jimmykimmel) March 24, 2016
Larry Sanders show is #1 to this day. R.I.P. Gary Shandling
— eddie pepitone (@eddiepepitone) March 24, 2016
RIP Garry Shandling. #Irreplaceable
— Michael McKean (@MJMcKean) March 24, 2016
Gary Shandling showed us a whole new way to funny. So sad.
— Tom Papa (@tompapa) March 24, 2016
RIP the great Garry Shandling. Surely, one of the most influential comedians of a generation.
— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) March 24, 2016
Rest In Peace Garry Shandling. Unbelievably sad news. One of the greats.
— Tom Green (@tomgreenlive) March 24, 2016
RIP Gary Shandling. Larry Sanders is a masterpiece #hailhydra #noflipping
— Mike Lawrence (@TheMikeLawrence) March 24, 2016
How many pitches have started with, "It's like the Larry Sanders show…" RIP Gary Shandling.
— Jay Larson (@JayLarsoncomedy) March 24, 2016
goddamit Garry Shandling???? fuuuuuck
— Open Mike Eagle (@Mike_Eagle) March 24, 2016
Dammit. He was the best. So sad. RIP Garry Shandling
— marc maron (@marcmaron) March 24, 2016
Helped him write his Emmy monologues. Funny, smart, silly, generous n nice. Shocked. Seriously unreal. #RIPgarryshandling
— Kathleen Madigan (@kathleenmadigan) March 24, 2016
#RIP @GarryShandling Your heart and humor will be missed. Thank you for all the years you've given us. https://t.co/btbEwFuqZ0
— ComedyStoreLJ (@ComedyStoreLJ) March 24, 2016
I was looking forward to seeing my friend Garry Shandling in about 10 days but sadly that won't… https://t.co/1GmFF2Skai
— Russell Peters (@therealrussellp) March 24, 2016
https://twitter.com/scharpling/status/713121958385303552
Rest in peace Garry Shandling, we've lost a comedic icon.
— Tommy Chong (@tommychong) March 24, 2016
https://twitter.com/tomsegura/status/713108299793575936
He was a dear friend. Sat down with him awhile back. Please enjoy. He was an original. @GarryShandling https://t.co/990mnEauDQ
— Pauly Shore (@PaulyShore) March 24, 2016
Just heard Garry Shandling passed away. I love the guy. So funny! So important to this business. #RIPGarryShandling pic.twitter.com/lN8HW42xrP
— Ron White (@Ron_White) March 24, 2016
Total f'ing drag about Garry Shandling. A swell guy, and as funny as they come.
— Harry Shearer (@theharryshearer) March 24, 2016
https://twitter.com/ditzkoff/status/713107236130852865
The great Garry Shandling's work is such a touchstone for me that I was actually discussing him moments before I heard the sad news. RIP
— Stephen Merchant (@StephenMerchant) March 24, 2016
So crazy to hear about Gary Shandling. A true legend. RIP #GarryShandling
— Nate Bargatze (@natebargatze) March 24, 2016
So now people are dying just from being awesome? #RIPGarryShandling
— Doug Benson, co-host of Dining w/D and K (@DougBenson) March 24, 2016
I can't believe we've lost @GarryShandling .
A great mind and heart.— Howie Mandel (@howiemandel) March 24, 2016
Saddened by the news of the passing of Garry Shandling , I met Garry at @TheComedyStore WEST in 1979 #VayaConDios … https://t.co/YuMvM38FYw
— George Lopez (@georgelopez) March 24, 2016
Stunned by the sad news of #garryshandling
— John Lithgow (@JohnLithgow) March 24, 2016
Wow. Shocked to hear about #GarryShandling. Got to know him a little bit over the last couple years. Very nice guy & a comedy legend. #RiP
— Steven BRODY Stevens (@BrodyismeFriend) March 24, 2016
Fuck. Fuck fuck fuck. Fuck. RIP Garry Shandling.
— Louis Karmstrong (@IanKarmel) March 24, 2016
This photo of @GarryShandling has hung in our green room for years. One of the greats. #RIPGarryShandling pic.twitter.com/X4iEhHqxn0
— Punch Line (@punchlinesf) March 24, 2016
https://twitter.com/SaraJBenincasa/status/713131048834568192
Garry Shandling is one of the great teachers in my life. He taught me about subtext, honesty, compassion, the best kind of comedy. Much love
— Mary Lynn Rajskub (@MaryLynnRajskub) March 24, 2016
