Comedian and actor Leslie Jordan, best known for roles on Will & Grace and American Horror Story, died Monday at the age of 67 after being involved in what appeared to be a car accident in Los Angeles. Following news of Jordan’s death, many, including former co-stars and fellow comedians, took to social media to mourn the loss.
Sean Hayes, who starred alongside Jordan in Will & Grace, wrote on Twitter, “My heart is broken.”
“Leslie Jordan was one of the funniest people I’ve had the pleasure of working with. Everyone who ever met him loved him.”
My heart is broken. Leslie Jordan was one of the funniest people I’ve 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 are missed my dear friend. 😔❤️ pic.twitter.com/RNKSamoES0
— Sean Hayes (@SeanHayes) October 24, 2022
Fellow Will & Grace star Megan Mullally called Jordan “one of the greats, hands down.”
“[L]Eslie was impeccably funny, a virtuoso comedy. his timing, his delivery, all seemingly effortless. it doesn’t get any better. and what a kind, fun-loving, lovely person,” she wrote in a tribute on Instagram.
Actress Octavia Spencer also tweeted a tribute to the late star, writing: “There’s a hole in my heart. Love and miss you buddy.” The pair starred in 2011’s The Help, for which Spencer won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Spencer also included a video from Jordan’s TikTok, which shows him in various film and TV roles over the years.
Jordan became an internet sensation during the COVID-19 pandemic thanks to his viral social media videos. His official TikTok account had over 2.3 million followers at the time of his death.
Addressing the star directly in a moving tweet, George Takei wrote, “Leslie, we are heartbroken at your loss and will miss your cheerfulness and inimitable spirit.”
Joel McHale posted a photo of himself with Jordan on the set of The Masked Singer on Instagram and wrote, “You will be so missed. You were so funny, an original and always a game.”
Rosie O’Donnell called the late comedian her “hilarious boyfriend,” adding that his loss was “just heartbreaking.”
Tim Kelly, the mayor of Jordan’s hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee, paid tribute to the comedian on Twitter, calling him a “Chattanooga legend and a national treasure who brought joy and hope to millions and left a lasting legacy of love and acceptance.”
“My heart goes out to his family, loved ones and many dedicated fans,” Kelly added.
Leslie Jordan was a Chattanooga legend and national treasure who brought joy and hope to millions and left a lasting legacy of love and acceptance. My heart goes out to his family, loved ones and many dedicated fans. Ginny and I join you all in mourning his tragic death. pic.twitter.com/03UuuXm1WO
— Tim Kelly (@MayorTimKelly) October 24, 2022
Billy Eichner posted a short and sweet message, calling Jordan an “angel” and saying he left “way too soon.”
Leslie Jordan. what an angel Gone way too soon. REST IN PEACE. ❤️🌈
— billy eichner (@billyeichner) October 24, 2022
The official Twitter account for “RuPaul’s Drag Race” thanked Jordan for the “many laughs” and shared a photo of the comedian with the show’s host, RuPaul Charles. Jordan has made several appearances on RuPaul’s Drag Race, most recently as a guest judge in March.
Rest in peace Leslie Jordan. Thank you for the countless laughs and for sharing your spirit with us all. 💘 pic.twitter.com/PzJq31z19T
— RuPaul’s Drag Race (@RuPaulsDragRace) October 24, 2022
Cheri Oteri was another of the countless celebrities to pay tribute to Jordan, writing, “I had the pleasure of having dinner with this man many years ago and he was just as sweet, warm and funny as he always has been when he’s on screen.” you can see.”
“The best storyteller and biggest heart with such a joyful presence. Rest in peace Leslie Jordan,” Oteri added.
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