Actress Leslie Jordan died on Monday, October 24. The 67-year-old actor reportedly suffered a medical emergency behind the wheel of his BMW and crashed into the side of a building as he drove through Hollywood.
The beloved actress and viral TikTok star is loved by famous fans and friends. Many took to social media to mourn the passing of the late “Will & Grace” star, including her new family in Mayim Bialik’s sitcom, “Call Me Kat,” which has now ceased production.
Mayim Bialik & ‘Call Me Kat’ Actress Mourning Loss Of ‘Naughty & Funny’ Leslie Jordan, Dies At 67
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On Monday night, Deadline reported that Mayim Bialik’s Fox sitcom “Call Me Kat” has halted production following the tragic passing of Leslie Jordan. Jordan had portrayed the character of Phil since season 1 and had completed work on nine episodes of the series before his death.
Star Mayim Bialik, the actress and producer mourned Jordan’s passing in a joint statement, calling her “gentle, smart, mischievous and funny.”
“There are no words to express the loss we have experienced as a Call Me Kat cast and family. Leslie Jordan was larger than life,” the statement said. “He was a Southern man; gentle, smart, mischievous, and funny. We knew and loved him at the height of his joy and happiness and couldn’t imagine a world without our Leslie: the man who would spit on his contact lenses before putting them in his eyes, the man who had a story about every man in Hollywood and some women too, the man who lived for make people laugh. We will take time to grieve and celebrate the many gifts that Leslie gave to us and to the world and we appreciate privacy during this time.”
They broke the mold when they made Leslie Jordan. He was a dear mentor and friend. I will miss her so much – can’t imagine she’s gone. Rest in peace, sweet friend. pic.twitter.com/c9kN0vkxyM
— Mayim Bialik (@missmayim) October 24, 2022
Mayim Bialik also used Twitter to share some behind-the-scenes photos. “The Big Bang Theory” alum tweeted, “They broke the mold when they cast Leslie Jordan. She was a dear mentor and friend. I will miss her so much – can’t imagine she’s gone. Rest in peace, sweet friend.”
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Both Fox and Warner Bros. Television also released a statement following his tragic death. A representative for Fox News Entertainment said, “We are shocked and saddened by the tragic passing of Leslie Jordan today,” adding, “Leslie was much more than an Emmy Award-winning comedic talent that we’ve laughed with over the years. She is the nicest person you could ever imagine who just lights up a room and brings genuine joy and a big smile to millions of people around the world. Leslie was the truest of Southern Gentlemen, bringing infectious joy, an indelible sense of humor and, all the while, gifting us with many wonderful memories that will last forever. While we are saddened by this sad news, we also want to extend our deepest sympathies to Leslie’s family, friends and fans, whom she loved so much.”
A statement on behalf of Warner Bros. The TV reads, “Warner Bros. Television is saddened by the tragic and sudden loss of our dear friend Leslie Jordan. Leslie is an amazing person and talent. He brings joy to fans around the world. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and fans at this time.”
‘Will & Grace’ Stars Mourn Loss of Beloved Costars
My heart is broken. Leslie Jordan is one of the funniest people I’ve ever worked with. Everyone who met him, loved him. There will never be anyone like him. A unique talent with a big and loving heart. You will be missed, my friend. 😔❤️ pic.twitter.com/RNKSamoES0
— Sean Hayes (@SeanHayes) October 24, 2022
“Will & Grace” star Sean Hayes, who played Jack on the series, was among the first to mourn Leslie Jordan’s passing on social media.
“My heart is broken,” she tweeted. “Leslie Jordan is one of the funniest people I’ve ever worked with. Everyone who met him, loved him. There will never be anyone like him. A unique talent with a big and loving heart. You will be missed, my dear friend.”
Devastated to learn about loss @thelesliejordan, the funniest & flirtatious southern man I have ever known. The joy and laughter he brought to everyone #WillandGrace episodes can be felt. Go about thirty years too fast. You are loved, sweet man. 💔
— Eric McCormack (@EricMcCormack) October 24, 2022
Eric McCormack, who plays Will, also tweeted his condolences: “Devastated to learn of the loss of @thelesliejordan, the funniest & flirtatious southern man I have ever known. The joy and laughter she brings to every episode of her #WillandGrace is palpable. Go about thirty years too fast. You are loved, sweet man.”
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