has died at the age of 67. Gottfried died from recurrent ventricular tachycardia due to myotonic dystrophy type II, a disorder that affects the heart, his publicist and longtime friend Glenn Schwartz said in a statement.
Reactions from celebrities and fellow comedians poured onto social media platforms to memorialize the late star. FILE - Gilbert Gottfried visits Build Series to discuss "Gilbert" at Build Studio on Nov.
3, 2017 in New York City. Jason Alexander, known for his role as George Costanza on NBC’s hit series "Seinfeld," wrote on Twitter: "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." Former late-night talk show host, Jon Stewart also tweeted: "RIP Gilbert.