Comedian-actor Bob Saget sadly passed away at the age of 65 on Sunday. Image Source: Pitchfork
Comedian-actor Bob Saget sadly passed away at the age of 65 on Sunday.
Bob Saget who was popularly known for his character Danny Tanner in popular 80s sitcom, ‘Full House’ was found dead in a hotel room in Ritz-Carlton in Orlando, Florida on Sunday. Orange County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the news and tweeted, "Earlier today, deputies were called to the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes for a call about an unresponsive man in a hotel room. The man was identified as Robert Saget & pronounced deceased on scene. Detectives found no signs of foul play or drug use in this case.”
The family of the comedian-actor confirmed the news of his sad demise via a statement that read, "We are devastated to confirm that our beloved Bob passed away today. He was everything to us and we want you to know how much he loved his fans, performing live and bringing people from all walks of life together with laughter. Though we ask for privacy at this time, we invite you to join us in remembering the love and laughter that Bob brought to the world."
Bob Saget’s friends and co-star have expressed their grief on the passing away of the actor-comedian. John Stamos was the first one to publicly pay his respects to his friend and co-star as he wrote, "I am broken. I am gutted. I am in complete and utter shock. I will never ever have another friend like him. I love you so much Bobby."
Candace Cameron-Bure who played Bob Saget’s daughter DJ Tanner on Full House also expressed how shocked, sad, and hurt she is with the news. She wrote, "I don’t know what to say. I have no words. Bob was one of the best human beings I’ve ever known in my life. I loved him so much."
Dave Coulier wrote on his Twitter, "My heart is broken. I love you, Bob. Your forever brother, Dave.” Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen who split the role of the youngest daughter on Full House said in their statement to The Hollywood Reporter, “Bob was the most loving, compassionate and generous man. We are deeply saddened that he is no longer with us but know that he will continue to be by our side to guide us as gracefully as he always has. We are thinking of his daughters, wife, and family and are sending our condolences.”
The Full House family also released a statement, “Thirty-five years ago, we came together as a TV family, but we became a real family. And now we grieve as a family. Bob made us laugh until we cried. Now our tears flow in sadness, but also with gratitude for all the beautiful memories of our sweet, kind, hilarious, cherished Bob. He was a brother to us guys, a father to us girls and a friend to all of us. Bob, we love you dearly. We ask in Bob’s honor, hug the people you love. No one gave better hugs than Bob.”
Andrea Barber said, “He had the biggest heart of anyone in Hollywood. He gave the biggest hugs. I am gutted that I will never be able to hug him again. Bob ended every text, every interaction with ‘Love you.’ Didn’t matter how long or short we’d been apart. He loved so deeply and so fiercely. And he never hesitated to tell you just how much you meant to him.”
Actress Kate Dennings who starred alongside Bob Saget in the 2001 sitcom ‘Raising Dad’, wrote, “Oh go, Bob Saget!! The loveliest man. I was his TV daughter for one season and he was always so kind and protective. So so sorry for his family. I just can’t believe it. What a wonderful guy. He always went out of his way to make me comfortable and talked nonstop about his kids. Such a loss.”
Bob Saget voiced for future Ted Mosby played by actor Josh Radnor in How I Met Your Mother also mourned his friend and co-star as he wrote, "Bob Saget was the older wiser 'me' for nine years on How I Met Your Mother. He was the kindest, loveliest, funniest, most supportive man. The easiest person to be around. A mensch among mensches. I had so much imposter syndrome when HIMYM started, thought I'd be found out, kicked off set & sent home. When I'd run into Bob on the Fox lot in those early days he'd gush over my performance & tell me how he was studying me to make sure his vocal performance felt right. This man that I'd delighted in seeing on TV for years cheering me on, letting me know I had a right to be there and playing that character... I can't overstate how meaningful his words were. (He also, true to form, told me jokes that I cannot tell here or in polite company)."
Josh further added, "We had a very special bond from Day 1, were never out of touch for long. We found a way to grab dinner once a year, even after HIMYM wrapped. We went to see each other in our Broadway plays. We talked a lot about how to live a meaningful life amidst all the chaos. I'm endlessly grateful that HIMYM brought Bob Saget into my life. I'll hear his voice in my head for the rest of my days."
Television writer and director Norman Lear also paid tribute to the late comedian and actor Bob Saget. He shared a picture of the two smiling and wrote, “Bob Saget was as lovely a human as he was funny. And to my mind, he was hilarious. We were close friends and I could not have loved him more.”
Actor Jim Carrey also shared a black-and-white picture of the two on his social media with a caption, “Beautiful Bob Saget passed away today at 65. He had a big, big heart and a wonderfully warped comic mind. He gave the world a lot of joy and lived his life for goodness' sake."
Comedian Joel McHale expressed how ‘shocked’ he was to listen to the news of Bob Saget’s passing. He wrote, “I’m so shocked at @bobsaget’s passing. One of the most kind & thoughtful people I’ve ever come across & he just happened to be one of the funniest on the planet. I will miss you so much Bob. Love you dear friend. I’m so sorry @kellyrizzo. And so sorry to the rest of the family.”
The ABC network also released a statement to USA Today which read, “We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of our friend and colleague, Bob Saget, who will always be a member of the ABC family. Whether playing a loving father on 'Full House' or hosting the early years of 'America’s Funniest Home Videos' with his signature wit and charm, Bob always knew how to connect with families through heart and humor. Our thoughts are with his family as we mourn the passing of such an incredibly gifted comedian and talent."
