The entertainment world is still reeling from the unexpected death of “Will & Grace” star Leslie Jordan.
The actor died unexpectedly after suffering a medical emergency behind the wheel of his car. This emergency caused him to lose control of his BMW and he tragically crashed into the side of a building in Los Angeles.
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His official cause of death has yet to be determined by the coroner’s report. Explosion learned Leslie’s body was at the Los Angeles County Coroner’s office.
An autopsy is pending, but Leslie was pronounced dead at the scene at 9:38 a.m.
His car crashed on Cahuenga Boulevard south of Romaine Street in LA.
Since his death, many celebrities and organizations have mourned the loss of such a special person.
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His ‘W&G’ co-star Megan Mullally who played his nemesis Karen Walker in the sitcom penned a heartfelt tribute to her late friend.
“My heart is broken. I really can’t believe it. Leslie Jordan is one of the greats. people use that expression, and I’m not sure it always applies. not many people are truly great at anything. but leslie is very funny, a comedic virtuoso. the timing, the delivery, everything seems easy. you can’t get better than that. and a friendly, loving, and loving person. I was just with him last month,” he wrote.
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“The prestigious national book festival was showcasing leslie and her bestselling book in washington dc, and she asked me to come and interview her for her event. I had done my preparations, but it was all unnecessary, of course, because I just had to let him go and he launched into a series of really funny stories that sent a very large audience into hysterics for an hour. off stage, he was so relaxed and happy, there with his best friend mike,” Mullally’s tribute continued. “He really looked very happy. how wonderful that millions of people can discover the real leslie and her love of life and unparalleled storytelling ability on instagram. he had so much to share, and it meant so much to him that he finally found a vehicle to share it. he is truly unique. different from others. thanks to all his fans! he really loves you all and appreciates you very much.”
Mullally expressed his deep gratitude for the time they were able to spend together and for the memories they made while working on “Will & Grace.”
“I’m so glad I got to spend some time with Leslie that day before and after the event, just us, catching up. I felt a deep love for him that day; he is so warm and present and loving. as we left i got a few more big hugs and told him i loved him, as always. very happy! what a gift! and also. love you, leslie. miss you already and one thing I know for sure… there will never be another you,” he concluded.
GLAAD, the world’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization released the following statement about Leslie.
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“Leslie Jordan is a multi-talented performer who has captivated audiences for decades with her heartfelt characters on screen and passionate LGBTQ advocacy off screen. Jordan is also one of the most unexpected stars of social media today, and we will greatly miss the many laughs and positive messages he shared with his millions of followers,” said Sarah Kate Ellis, President & CEO, GLAAD. “She is a staunch friend of so many LGBTQ organizations including GLAAD, most recently hosting our San Francisco Gala in 2018 and is a true class act when it comes to sharing her platform and celebrity to help raise awareness and funds for our work to accelerate acceptance. for the LGBTQ community. As someone very proud of their Tennessee roots, he made it a priority to help raise visibility for LGBTQ people in the South by participating in Concerts for Love & Acceptance and serving as Grand Marshal at last year’s Nashville AIDS Walk.
Eric McCormack also shared two Instagram tributes to his late friend.
“Devastated to learn of the loss of @thelesliejordan, the funniest, flirtiest southern man I have ever known. The joy and laughter she brings to every episode of her #WillandGrace is palpable. Go about 30 years too fast. You are loved sweet man. 💔,” McCormack wrote.
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