Tributes Pour In For Gilbert Gottfried
Following the announcement of iconic comedian Gilbert Gottfried's death at age 67 earlier today, loving tributes have poured in from his colleagues, friends, and fans across the entertainment industry, including messages from director Judd Apatow and comedian Jon Stewart.
Nobody was funnier than @RealGilbert on a roll. He could put you into convulsive hysterics. He was also the sweetest man. His podcast is a comedy treasure. What a terrible loss. Sending my condolences and love to Dara and his family. https://t.co/qdZQV1A6sC
— Judd Apatow (@JuddApatow) April 12, 2022
RIP Gilbert. Opening for Gilbert Gottfried at Carolines and Princeton Catch was one of the great thrills of my early stand up life. He could leave you gasping for breath…just indescribably unusually hilarious…Damn.
— Jon Stewart (@jonstewart) April 12, 2022
A number of Gottfried's fellow comedians have also expressed grief and love for him and his work, many of them referencing his stand-out voice and particular sense of humor.
Sending love to @RealGilbert’s wife Dara, his family & fans. Gilbert Gottfried was never not funny. He was a lovely guy, always friendly & made many people happy.
— Dane Cook (@DaneCook) April 12, 2022
This is a sad day. https://t.co/Ed7VbNPOTX
— Tiffany Haddish (@TiffanyHaddish) April 12, 2022
the funniest person I've ever known. There will never be another like him. RIP Gilbert Gottfried pic.twitter.com/pEAL8QR5pH
— Matt Oswalt (@MattOswaltVA) April 12, 2022
Rest In Peace Gilbert Gottfried! First time I saw him live he did his Jackie Kennedy bit: “Jackie do you remember where you were…” in front of drunk Bruins fans at Nicks. #RIPGilbertGottfried https://t.co/9w0offZEZG
— Bill Burr (@billburr) April 12, 2022
Others across the entertainment and media industries have also expressed their love for him, including journalist and author Dave Itzkoff, Rolling Stone critic Alan Sepinwall, actors Jason Alexander, Jennifer Tilly, and Treat Williams, Doctor Strange screenwriter C. Robert Cargill, wrestlers Ethan Page and The Iron Sheik, Breaking Bad and X-files writer Thomas Schnauz, and NBC producer Manny Fidel:
Years ago, Gilbert Gottfried let me visit him at home in NYC. In person he was an unexpectedly gentle guy who loved old showbiz and movie monsters - almost too shy to sit at a table and listen to his wife tell me the story of how they first met. #rip https://t.co/IdlZZDUUjX
— Dave Itzkoff (@ditzkoff) April 12, 2022
The section of The Aristocrats documentary where other comics rave about Gilbert Gottfried's performance of the joke — and how he told it only as a response to bombing with a 9/11 joke only weeks later — at the Hugh Hefner roast is remarkable. RIP. https://t.co/RHQaorhwI8
— Alan Sepinwall (@sepinwall) April 12, 2022
Gilbert Gottfried made me laugh at times when laughter did not come easily. What a gift. I did not know him well but I loved what he shared with me. My best wishes and sympathy to his family. #ripGilbertGottfried
— jason alexander (@IJasonAlexander) April 12, 2022
Rip Gilbert Gottfried, a brilliant comedian and just the sweetest guy. We worked together on “Goosed.” Everybody adored him. https://t.co/r37FeFjxjo
— Jennifer Tilly (@JenniferTilly) April 12, 2022
Heartbroken to read about the passing of Gilbert Gottfried
— “All Ego” Ethan Page (@OfficialEGO) April 12, 2022
A legendary voice of my childhood
Thank you @RealGilbert ❤️
Ive watched Aladdin 1,000,000 times pic.twitter.com/WT5yHsswQh
GILBERT GOTTFRIED YOU MAKE ME LAUGH EVERYTIME I SEE YOU. THE COMEDY WORLD BROKEN BECAUSE YOU CARE SO MUCH. I LOVE YOU FOREVER BUBBA pic.twitter.com/841H0pTB3I
— The Iron Sheik (@the_ironsheik) April 12, 2022
I made Gilbert Gottfried laugh hard once. I've carried that around as a private badge of honor for years.
— C. Robert Cargill (@Massawyrm) April 12, 2022
As a child of the 80s, he was always one of my late night heroes. No matter what thing he did, he was always also the Up All Night guy to me.
He will ABSOLUTELY be missed.
RIP Gilbert Gottfried
— Treat Williams (@Rtreatwilliams) April 12, 2022
I’m so sorry we did not have that last dinner
You were delightful
This is perfect television. RIP, GG. https://t.co/Gi331n3iw0
— Thomas Schnauz (@TomSchnauz) April 12, 2022
Finally, in games, former Game Informer producers Dan Rickert and Ben Hanson shared clips from a segment they worked on in which Gottfried read numerous well-known voice lines from games in his iconic voice:
This was a really fun day. RIP, Gilbert Gottfried. https://t.co/TUsKP3XSm9 pic.twitter.com/Xl6z3Bqoqu
— Ben Hanson (@yozetty) April 12, 2022
Gottfried died at the age of 67 "after a long illness" according to a statement shared by his family today. He was known for his numerous TV and film roles including the parrot Iago in Disney's Aladdin and as the original voice of the Aflac Duck, as well as his standup comedy and, most recently, his podcast Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal Podcast, where he frequently held interviews with other celebrities.
Rebekah Valentine is a news reporter for IGN. You can find her on Twitter @duckvalentine.
(Blogroll photo by Lloyd Bishop/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images)
Tributes Pour In For Gilbert Gottfried
Following the announcement of iconic comedian Gilbert Gottfried's death at age 67 earlier today, loving tributes have poured in from his colleagues, friends, and fans across the entertainment industry, including messages from director Judd Apatow and comedian Jon Stewart.
Nobody was funnier than @RealGilbert on a roll. He could put you into convulsive hysterics. He was also the sweetest man. His podcast is a comedy treasure. What a terrible loss. Sending my condolences and love to Dara and his family. https://t.co/qdZQV1A6sC
— Judd Apatow (@JuddApatow) April 12, 2022
RIP Gilbert. Opening for Gilbert Gottfried at Carolines and Princeton Catch was one of the great thrills of my early stand up life. He could leave you gasping for breath…just indescribably unusually hilarious…Damn.
— Jon Stewart (@jonstewart) April 12, 2022
A number of Gottfried's fellow comedians have also expressed grief and love for him and his work, many of them referencing his stand-out voice and particular sense of humor.
Sending love to @RealGilbert’s wife Dara, his family & fans. Gilbert Gottfried was never not funny. He was a lovely guy, always friendly & made many people happy.
— Dane Cook (@DaneCook) April 12, 2022
This is a sad day. https://t.co/Ed7VbNPOTX
— Tiffany Haddish (@TiffanyHaddish) April 12, 2022
the funniest person I've ever known. There will never be another like him. RIP Gilbert Gottfried pic.twitter.com/pEAL8QR5pH
— Matt Oswalt (@MattOswaltVA) April 12, 2022
Rest In Peace Gilbert Gottfried! First time I saw him live he did his Jackie Kennedy bit: “Jackie do you remember where you were…” in front of drunk Bruins fans at Nicks. #RIPGilbertGottfried https://t.co/9w0offZEZG
— Bill Burr (@billburr) April 12, 2022
Others across the entertainment and media industries have also expressed their love for him, including journalist and author Dave Itzkoff, Rolling Stone critic Alan Sepinwall, actors Jason Alexander, Jennifer Tilly, and Treat Williams, Doctor Strange screenwriter C. Robert Cargill, wrestlers Ethan Page and The Iron Sheik, Breaking Bad and X-files writer Thomas Schnauz, and NBC producer Manny Fidel:
Years ago, Gilbert Gottfried let me visit him at home in NYC. In person he was an unexpectedly gentle guy who loved old showbiz and movie monsters - almost too shy to sit at a table and listen to his wife tell me the story of how they first met. #rip https://t.co/IdlZZDUUjX
— Dave Itzkoff (@ditzkoff) April 12, 2022
The section of The Aristocrats documentary where other comics rave about Gilbert Gottfried's performance of the joke — and how he told it only as a response to bombing with a 9/11 joke only weeks later — at the Hugh Hefner roast is remarkable. RIP. https://t.co/RHQaorhwI8
— Alan Sepinwall (@sepinwall) April 12, 2022
Gilbert Gottfried made me laugh at times when laughter did not come easily. What a gift. I did not know him well but I loved what he shared with me. My best wishes and sympathy to his family. #ripGilbertGottfried
— jason alexander (@IJasonAlexander) April 12, 2022
Rip Gilbert Gottfried, a brilliant comedian and just the sweetest guy. We worked together on “Goosed.” Everybody adored him. https://t.co/r37FeFjxjo
— Jennifer Tilly (@JenniferTilly) April 12, 2022
Heartbroken to read about the passing of Gilbert Gottfried
— “All Ego” Ethan Page (@OfficialEGO) April 12, 2022
A legendary voice of my childhood
Thank you @RealGilbert ❤️
Ive watched Aladdin 1,000,000 times pic.twitter.com/WT5yHsswQh
GILBERT GOTTFRIED YOU MAKE ME LAUGH EVERYTIME I SEE YOU. THE COMEDY WORLD BROKEN BECAUSE YOU CARE SO MUCH. I LOVE YOU FOREVER BUBBA pic.twitter.com/841H0pTB3I
— The Iron Sheik (@the_ironsheik) April 12, 2022
I made Gilbert Gottfried laugh hard once. I've carried that around as a private badge of honor for years.
— C. Robert Cargill (@Massawyrm) April 12, 2022
As a child of the 80s, he was always one of my late night heroes. No matter what thing he did, he was always also the Up All Night guy to me.
He will ABSOLUTELY be missed.
RIP Gilbert Gottfried
— Treat Williams (@Rtreatwilliams) April 12, 2022
I’m so sorry we did not have that last dinner
You were delightful
This is perfect television. RIP, GG. https://t.co/Gi331n3iw0
— Thomas Schnauz (@TomSchnauz) April 12, 2022
Finally, in games, former Game Informer producers Dan Rickert and Ben Hanson shared clips from a segment they worked on in which Gottfried read numerous well-known voice lines from games in his iconic voice:
This was a really fun day. RIP, Gilbert Gottfried. https://t.co/TUsKP3XSm9 pic.twitter.com/Xl6z3Bqoqu
— Ben Hanson (@yozetty) April 12, 2022
Gottfried died at the age of 67 "after a long illness" according to a statement shared by his family today. He was known for his numerous TV and film roles including the parrot Iago in Disney's Aladdin and as the original voice of the Aflac Duck, as well as his standup comedy and, most recently, his podcast Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal Podcast, where he frequently held interviews with other celebrities.
Rebekah Valentine is a news reporter for IGN. You can find her on Twitter @duckvalentine.
(Blogroll photo by Lloyd Bishop/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images)
Ghost of Tsushima Movie Adaptation Finds Its Screenwriter
Sony Pictures has named Takashi Doscher as the writer for the upcoming Ghost of Tsushima film adaptation, according to Deadline.
Doscher previously wrote sci-fi romance Only, and his most recent project, Blue, is a twist on a Japanese monster movie that's currently in development.
The story will be a retelling of Jin Sakai's journey as seen in Ghost of Tsushima, where the samurai warrior fights to free the island of Tsushima from a Mongol invasion.
A movie based on the 2020 PlayStation 4 exclusive was announced last year, where we learned John Wick director Chad Stahelski will helm the project. The production will also have input from Sucker Punch, the studio that developed the video game.
Stahelski has said the filmmakers are "taking our time and doing it right. We're working very closely with the game developers to make sure we stick to what's great about it."
The Ghost of Tsushima movie is just one part of a larger push from Sony to bring its PlayStation IP to the silver screen. Beyond Ghost, there's the recently-released Uncharted movie, The Last of Us TV show, a God of War series, and more.
If you've yet to dive into the world of Ghost of Tsushima, you can check out our review of the game.
Logan Plant is a freelance writer for IGN. You can find him on Twitter @LoganJPlant.
Ghost of Tsushima Movie Adaptation Finds Its Screenwriter
Sony Pictures has named Takashi Doscher as the writer for the upcoming Ghost of Tsushima film adaptation, according to Deadline.
Doscher previously wrote sci-fi romance Only, and his most recent project, Blue, is a twist on a Japanese monster movie that's currently in development.
The story will be a retelling of Jin Sakai's journey as seen in Ghost of Tsushima, where the samurai warrior fights to free the island of Tsushima from a Mongol invasion.
A movie based on the 2020 PlayStation 4 exclusive was announced last year, where we learned John Wick director Chad Stahelski will helm the project. The production will also have input from Sucker Punch, the studio that developed the video game.
Stahelski has said the filmmakers are "taking our time and doing it right. We're working very closely with the game developers to make sure we stick to what's great about it."
The Ghost of Tsushima movie is just one part of a larger push from Sony to bring its PlayStation IP to the silver screen. Beyond Ghost, there's the recently-released Uncharted movie, The Last of Us TV show, a God of War series, and more.
If you've yet to dive into the world of Ghost of Tsushima, you can check out our review of the game.
Logan Plant is a freelance writer for IGN. You can find him on Twitter @LoganJPlant.
Game Of Thrones: Maisie Williams Reveals Why She Came To Resent Playing Arya Stark
Nearly three years after the show’s finale, Game of Thrones actress Maisie Williams is opening up about what she describes as her quiet resentment for the role of Arya Stark, the tomboyish daughter of Ned Stark who longs to be a warrior.
In a recent interview with GQ, Williams discussed the way her time on Game of Thrones impacted her mentality. She described the moment she was handed a bra on set as somewhat of a turning point in her career — to her, this was the moment that Arya’s role departed from her own identity.
“I think that when I started becoming a woman, I resented Arya because I couldn’t express who I was becoming,” she said. “And then I also resented my body, because it wasn’t aligned with the piece of me that the world celebrated.”
Williams, who was cast as Arya at just 12 years old, also recounted the way fame at a young age was relatively harmful. When the show reached season three, Williams walked a red carpet for the first time and was forced to come to terms with a level of fame that she, had she been younger, isn’t “sure what that would have done to me mentally.”
Williams’s feelings toward the show aren’t all harsh, however. While she admittedly doesn’t miss Game of Thrones, she’s still appreciative of her time on the show. “Why would I want to make myself feel sad about the greatest thing that ever happened to me?” Williams said.
Williams is now busy filming projects like Pistol, which traces the rise of the Sex Pistols in the 1970s, where she plays a model and punk pioneer. As for Game of Thrones, it's still going, with the House of the Dragon prequel set to debut in August.
Amelia Zollner is a freelance contributor at IGN.
Game Of Thrones: Maisie Williams Reveals Why She Came To Resent Playing Arya Stark
Nearly three years after the show’s finale, Game of Thrones actress Maisie Williams is opening up about what she describes as her quiet resentment for the role of Arya Stark, the tomboyish daughter of Ned Stark who longs to be a warrior.
In a recent interview with GQ, Williams discussed the way her time on Game of Thrones impacted her mentality. She described the moment she was handed a bra on set as somewhat of a turning point in her career — to her, this was the moment that Arya’s role departed from her own identity.
“I think that when I started becoming a woman, I resented Arya because I couldn’t express who I was becoming,” she said. “And then I also resented my body, because it wasn’t aligned with the piece of me that the world celebrated.”
Williams, who was cast as Arya at just 12 years old, also recounted the way fame at a young age was relatively harmful. When the show reached season three, Williams walked a red carpet for the first time and was forced to come to terms with a level of fame that she, had she been younger, isn’t “sure what that would have done to me mentally.”
Williams’s feelings toward the show aren’t all harsh, however. While she admittedly doesn’t miss Game of Thrones, she’s still appreciative of her time on the show. “Why would I want to make myself feel sad about the greatest thing that ever happened to me?” Williams said.
Williams is now busy filming projects like Pistol, which traces the rise of the Sex Pistols in the 1970s, where she plays a model and punk pioneer. As for Game of Thrones, it's still going, with the House of the Dragon prequel set to debut in August.
Amelia Zollner is a freelance contributor at IGN.
Gilbert Gottfried Dies After Long Illness, Age 67
Gilbert Gottfried has died after what his family describes as a long illness. He was 67.
Gottfried's family posted the following statement on Twitter:
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Gilbert Gottfried after a long illness. In addition to being the most iconic voice in comedy, Gilbert was a wonderful husband, brother, friend and father to his two young children. Although today is a sad day for all of us, please keep laughing as loud as possible in Gilbert's honor.
— Gilbert Gottfried (@RealGilbert) April 12, 2022
Famous for his distinctive delivery, which he used to deliver often hilarious rants, Gottfried got his start on Saturday Night Live before appearing in Beveral Hills Cop 2, Problem Child and Disney's Aladdin. He was a favorite guest of Howard Stern's, and he notably delivered one of the best-known examples of the "Astristrocrats" joke — a famously filthy running gag deployed by comedians through the years. His career in film and television spanned more than 40 years.
More recently, Gottfried hosted Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal Podcast, where he interviewed celebrities and shared stories from his long career in show business. He last appeared in an April 4 episode featuring Karina Longworth.
Tributes from comedians including Jason Alexander have already begun to pour in following news of Gottfried's death.
Gilbert Gottfried made me laugh at times when laughter did not come easily. What a gift. I did not know him well but I loved what he shared with me. My best wishes and sympathy to his family. #ripGilbertGottfried
— jason alexander (@IJasonAlexander) April 12, 2022
Gilbert Gottfried meant more to me than you probably know. I have talked about this on my podcast and on his, but when I was 14 I got to see him do stand up, and it changed me. His subversiveness and bravery were unparalleled. And he made you fall down laughing. This sucks.
— Brian Koppelman (@briankoppelman) April 12, 2022
The section of The Aristocrats documentary where other comics rave about Gilbert Gottfried's performance of the joke — and how he told it only as a response to bombing with a 9/11 joke only weeks later — at the Hugh Hefner roast is remarkable. RIP. https://t.co/RHQaorhwI8
— Alan Sepinwall (@sepinwall) April 12, 2022
GILBERT GOTTFRIED YOU MAKE ME LAUGH EVERYTIME I SEE YOU. THE COMEDY WORLD BROKEN BECAUSE YOU CARE SO MUCH. I LOVE YOU FOREVER BUBBA pic.twitter.com/841H0pTB3I
— The Iron Sheik (@the_ironsheik) April 12, 2022
Gottfried is survived by his wife Dara and his children, Lily and Max.
Kat Bailey is a Senior News Editor at IGN as well as co-host of Nintendo Voice Chat. Have a tip? Send her a DM at @the_katbot.
Gilbert Gottfried Has Died
Gilbert Gottfried has died after what his family describes as a long illness. He was 67.
Gottfried's family posted the following statement on Twitter:
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Gilbert Gottfried after a long illness. In addition to being the most iconic voice in comedy, Gilbert was a wonderful husband, brother, friend and father to his two young children. Although today is a sad day for all of us, please keep laughing as loud as possible in Gilbert's honor.
— Gilbert Gottfried (@RealGilbert) April 12, 2022
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Gilbert Gottfried Has Died
Gilbert Gottfried has died after what his family describes as a long illness. He was 67.
Gottfried's family posted the following statement on Twitter:
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Gilbert Gottfried after a long illness. In addition to being the most iconic voice in comedy, Gilbert was a wonderful husband, brother, friend and father to his two young children. Although today is a sad day for all of us, please keep laughing as loud as possible in Gilbert's honor.
— Gilbert Gottfried (@RealGilbert) April 12, 2022
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Gilbert Gottfried Has Died
Gilbert Gottfried has died after what his family describes as a long illness. He was 67.
Gottfried's family posted the following statement on Twitter:
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Gilbert Gottfried after a long illness. In addition to being the most iconic voice in comedy, Gilbert was a wonderful husband, brother, friend and father to his two young children. Although today is a sad day for all of us, please keep laughing as loud as possible in Gilbert's honor.
— Gilbert Gottfried (@RealGilbert) April 12, 2022
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