A tragic accident took the life of beloved funnyman Leslie Jordan on Monday morning, and the news has many of his contemporaries paying tribute. While Jordan took on many memorable roles over the course of his career, he is especially popular with Will & Grace fans for his unforgettable, Emmy-winning run as Beverley Leslie. In the wake of the news, actor Eric McCormack, who plays the titular Will in the sitcom, took to Twitter to post a message of remembrance for his friend and co-star.
“Crushed to learn about the loss of Leslie Jordan, the funniest & flirtiest southern gent I’ve ever known,” he said. “The joy and laughter he brought to every one of his Will and Grace episodes was palpable. Gone about thirty years too soon. You were loved, sweet man.”
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Sean Hayes, who starred in the sitcom as Jack McFarland, also took to Twitter to offer his condolences. The actor posted an image of himself from the show alongside Jordan while expressing how much he’ll be missing the talented funnyman.
Hayes wrote, “My heart is broken. Leslie Jordan was one of the funniest people I ever had the pleasure of working with. Everyone who ever met him, loved him. There will never be anyone like him. A unique talent with an enormous, caring heart. You will be missed, my dear friend.”
Megan Mullally also posted a photo of herself from the series with Jordan to Instagram and wrote a lengthy message paying tribute to the actor. She notes that her “heart is breaking” as she expresses just how wonderful Jordan was at what he did.
“leslie jordan was, hands down, one of the greats,” the message reads in part. “people use that expression a lot, and i’m not sure it’s always applicable. there aren’t that many people who are truly great at anything. but leslie was flawlessly funny, a virtuoso of comedy. his timing, his delivery, all apparently effortless. you can’t get any better than that.”
After remembering the last time she saw Jordan, Mullally added, “and so. love you, leslie. miss you already. and one thing i know for sure… there will never ever be another you.”
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Others in Hollywood Are Paying Tribute to Leslie Jordan
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Leslie Johnson had many fans in Hollywood who are also speaking up on social media to pay tribute. Wonder Woman star Lynda Carter took to Twitter to write, “Leslie Jordan put a smile on the faces of so many, especially with his pandemic videos. What a feat to keep us all laughing and connected in such difficult times… It feels so cruel that this could happen to such a beautiful soul.”
Star Trek actor George Takei also tweeted, “I am stunned at the death of Leslie Jordan, who delighted us with his many roles on television and film. The cause of death was a car crash after he suffered a medical emergency. Leslie, we are heartbroken at your loss and will miss your mirth and your inimitable spirit.”
“I am gutted by this news,” tweeted Yvette Nicole Brown. “Leslie Jordan was a walking ball of love. I don’t know how to process this. He was always so full of joy and LIFE. I just…”
And filmmaker Paul Feig wrote, “Just devastated at this news. I worked with Leslie as an actor back in the 80s when he and I were in Ski Patrol together and he was just the best. A true sweetheart and such a funny person. The world is a much sadder place without him in it. RIP Leslie.”
Rest in peace, Leslie Jordan. You will be missed. More tribute posts for the late legend from fellow celebrities and fans can be seen below.
