Bob Saget mourned by Jon Stewart, Kathy Griffin, & more as stars pay tribute to actor after shocking death at 65
TRIBUTES poured in for Bob Saget just moments after the actor was discovered to have passed away at 65.
The star is said to have been found dead Sunday at the Ritz-Carlton in Orlando.
Many notables faces took to Twitter to react to the shocking news as former Full House costar John Stamos : "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, best known as DJ Tanner on the series, said: "I don’t know what to say Broken heart. I have no words.
"Bob was one of the best humans beings I’ve ever known in my life. I loved him so much."
Famous comedian Tom Green also said: "I am extremely saddened to just hear of the passing of my friend Bob Saget.
"You were always hilarious and kind. You made my life and so many other peoples lives better Bob. Rest In Peace."
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Standup comic Nikki Glaser also : ";I’ll miss Bob Saget so much. He was as kind as he was funny."
Another fellow comic Marc Maron : "Oh no. RIP Bob Saget. Truly one of the nicest guys and so funny. Very sad."
Legendary comic and TV star Kathy Griffin tweeted: "Seeing this tweet from B.J. six days ago and I agree.
"You couldn’t find a nicer or sharper wit than Bob Saget. Shocked and devastated."
Kathy was referring to a that The Office alum B.J. Novak wrote, which read: "I have always and will always love Bob Saget."
Bob had just recently had B.J as a guest on his podcast, .
'BIGGEST HEART'
Actor Josh Gad said: "There wasn’t a kinder person in Hollywood than Bob Saget.
"I am having trouble wrapping my head around this. I do not want to believe this. It’s all too much to handle."
Bravo boss Andy Cohen said: "He had the biggest heart and wore it on his sleeve. He was so generous with his feelings. A mensch."
How I Met Your Mother creator Craig Thomas, a program that Bob was the narrator on, tweeted: "I don't even know what to say about Bob Saget. I loved him and was so lucky to work with someone so funny, soulful and kind.
"His role on himym was a voice in the future, looking back on all of life's complexity with a smile, and that's how I'll always remember him."
'THE LOVELIEST MAN'
Kat Dennings reacted: "Oh god. 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."
Famous chef and TV star Guy Fieri also added his own message: "Lost a great guy and a friend. RIP Bob Saget"
More tributes came in as the news spread as former Daily Show host Jon Stewart said: "Bob Saget… Just the funniest and nicest…"
"Still in shock. I just spoke with Bob a few days ago," Saturday Night Live alum Gilbert Gottfried wrote. "We stayed on the phone as usual making each other laugh. RIP to friend, comedian & fellow Aristocrat Bob Saget"
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Blake Tuomy-Wilhoit, who helped played Nicky Katsopolis alongside Bob on Full House, wrote on : "I'm speechless. We kept running into each other unexpectedly, always followed by some sarcasm or a silly joke.
"You never know when you will see someone for the last time. @bobsaget , you'll be missed dearly by me and by the world. Rest In Peace Uncle Tanner."
Tahj Mowry, who played Teddy on the series, shared: "RIP to one of the sweetest men I ever had the chance to know.
"Any time we crossed paths it was as no time has passed. Rest easy Bob."
Former castmate Blake McIver Ewing, who was best known for playing Derek on the show, tweeted: "A flood of memories. All of them wonderful. He always made me feel at home.
"Every minute on set with him was a gift. From Yankee Doodle in the early 90s all the way to the finale of Fuller House in 2019. RIP friend."
SHOCKING DEATH
The Sheriff’s Department and fire department responded to the Ritz-Carlton in Orlando around 4pm after Bob was found in his room by hotel security.
He was pronounced dead at the scene but the circumstances of his death are unknown at this time.
The star's death was by the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
"Earlier today, deputies were called to the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes for a call about an unresponsive man in a hotel room," the office tweeted.
They added: "The man was identified as Robert Saget & pronounced deceased on scene. Detectives found no signs of foul play or drug use in this case."
Bob's family would soon share a statement to : "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.”
'LOVED TONIGHT'S SHOW'
The actor and comedian had been touring the country recently, coming to multiple locations in Florida. He was doing a show in Jacksonville Saturday night, staying until early Sunday morning.
“Loved tonight’s show @PV_ConcertHall in Jacksonville. Appreciative audience. Thanks again to @RealTimWilkins for opening,” Bob around 3 in the morning on Sunday.
He concluded: "I had no idea I did a 2 hr set tonight. I’m happily addicted again to this s***. Check //BobSaget.com for my dates in 2022.”
Bob was best known for his role as Danny Tanner, the patriarch of the Tanner family on the iconic series Full House. He played the role opposite John and Dave Coulier.
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His TV daughters were played by Candace, Jodie Sweetin, and twins Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen.
Bob is survived by his wife, Kelly Rizzo, and three children.
