by Following the sudden and tragic death of beloved character actor Leslie Jordan, celebrities took to social media to pay tribute to an absolute icon who spread joy, laughter and positivity.
Everyone from former co-stars to celebrity admirers remembers the 67-year-old’s light. will and grace he was a star and the impact he had not only on the industry, but on the lives of seemingly everyone he came in contact with.
We will miss you so much, legend.
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Sean Hayes
My heart is broken. Leslie Jordan was one of the funniest people I had the pleasure to work with. Everyone who ever knew him loved him. There will never be anyone like him. A unique talent with a huge and supportive heart. We will miss you, my dear friend. 😔❤️
Sean Hayes/NBC/Via Twitter: @SeanHayes
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Eric McCormac
Crushed to learn of the loss of @thelesliejordan, the funniest character & flirtatious southern gentleman I’ve ever met. The joy and laughter she brought to each of her #WillandGrace episodes was palpable. He left some thirty years too soon. You were loved, sweet man. 💔
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Viola Davis
Oh no!!! Leslie!! I have nothing but the fondest memories of you while filming The Help. I had never been in the presence of someone who loved life and people as much as you do. Your heart was as big as your humor. You lived. You took up space. you were present Rest well! 💔💔💔❤️❤️❤ https://t.co/h4LRjq6HZd
Viola Davis/Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GLAAD/Via Twitter: @violadavis
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George Takei
I am stunned by the passing of Leslie Jordan, who delighted us with her many television and film roles. Her cause of death was a car accident after she suffered a medical emergency. Leslie, we are heartbroken by your loss and will miss your joy and inimitable spirit.
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hannah waddingham
No no no. This news is just horrible. Leslie Jordan. You shine through our days. None more so than his selfless warmth and humor during the global lockdown. So blessed that I was able to tell you in person what you had meant to me. I am so, so sad about this news. 🖤 https://t.co/9nXnVRHWQR
Hannah Waddingham /Handout/Getty Images/Via Twitter: @hanwaddingham
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Margaret Cho
I am devastated. I loved Leslie and he was truly a force of nature and a beautiful light. He starred in my music videos & we planned to work on many projects together. But beyond work, he was someone I absolutely loved and admired. The loss is beyond my comprehension.
Margaret Cho / Via Twitter: @margaretcho
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bobby berk
My heart is broken 💔 Leslie was larger than life and lit up any room you were lucky enough to have him in. Rest is power, my friend. https://t.co/BSLEzCFTg9
Bobby Berk / Via Twitter: @bobbyberk
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Paul Feig
Just devastated by this news. I worked with Leslie as an actor in the ’80s when he and I were on Ski Patrol together and he was just the best. A true love and such a fun person. The world is a much sadder place without him. RIP Leslie. https://t.co/1V6la8cMYE
Paul Feig/STEFANI REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images/Via Twitter: @paulfeig
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octavia spencer
I cannot express my sadness for his only surviving sister and his dear love M. There is a hole in my heart. I love and miss you my friend @thelesliejordan 💔
Octavia Spencer / Leslie Jordan / Via Twitter: @octaviapencer
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mark hamill
From the first time I saw him in an episode of Murphy Brown in 1989, he was hysterically funny. So grateful for the 33+ years of laughter from this deeply gifted man. Thank you Leslie Jordan. 🙏 #RIP 💔 https://t.co/RvpNJoz8Zt
Mark Hamill/FOX Image Collection via Getty Images/Via Twitter: @MarkHamill
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lynda carter
Leslie Jordan put a smile on the faces of so many, especially with her pandemic videos. What a feat keeping us all laughing and connected through such difficult times… It feels so cruel that this could happen to such a beautiful soul. https://t.co/JKj2t8Km7A
Lynda Carter/Handout/Getty Images/Via Twitter: @RealLyndaCarter
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loni love
The last time I worked with Leslie Jordan…we guest co-hosted The Talk…Leslie was so much fun to be with, she always had a funny story and inspired me to move forward in an industry that could be discriminatory…I will miss you my friend.. Mom is waiting for you.
Loni Love / CBS / Via Twitter: @LoniLove
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Kristen Johnson
You had no choice but to adore Leslie Jordan, she left you no other options. He was magical. I can’t believe he’s gone. https://t.co/VupZh02OnF
Kristen Johnston/Handout/Getty Images/Via Twitter: @thekjohnston
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adine goalkeeper
This is terrible news. #RIP Leslie Jordan. I am speechless. What a charming man and what a great actor. He will be greatly missed.
Adina Porter / Via Twitter: @AdinaPorter
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dustin lance black
My heart is breaking. I just found out that my brilliant old friend, LESLIE JORDAN, is no longer with us. Rest in peace my sweet southern sister. We will deeply miss your boundless joy. 💔
Dustin Lance Black / Via Twitter: @DLanceBlack
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katie couric
I’m heartbroken. I loved Leslie. She was such a doll…so funny and sweet and comforting. She will be greatly missed.💔 Leslie Jordan, ‘Will & Grace’ and ‘American Horror Story’ star, dies at 67 in car accident https://t.co/9rnKXv9X3u via @variety
Katie Couric/STEFANI REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images/Via Twitter: @katiecouric
