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GILBERT GOTTFRIED DEAD AT 67
Celebrities are mourning the death of legendary comedian and actor Gilbert Gottfried

According to Mr. Gottfried's representative, he died from a heart abomality called Ventricular Tachycardia due to Myotonic Dystrophy type II.

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's career began in the 70s with Saturday Night Live, appeared on the Cosby Show in the 80s along with a memorable performance in Beverly Hills Cop II, and his vocal work was quite recognizable within both Aladdin and as the Aflac duck.

He will be missed.