Comedian Greg Giraldo sadly passed away after an accident overdose at the age of 44. Several fellow comedians and celebrities wanted to pay their last tribute, saying what a fantastic human being Greg was and claiming the world become a less funny place with his disappearance.

Jimmy Kimmel: “Greg Giraldo was a great and funny man.”

Sarah Silverman: “RIP Greg Giraldo. Belly-laugh hilarious, prolific, good & kind. A thousand oys can’t express.”

David Hasselhoff: “Really sad to learn about Greg Giraldo. He was a funny guy and was great on the roast. RIP, Greg…”

Dane Cook: “Greg Giraldo may you RIP. My thoughts & prayers go to his family, friends & fans.”

Jamie Kennedy: “Greg Giraldo. The world has lost a brilliant mind. I was very fortunate to watch Greg at the Laugh Factory many times. He was gutbusting. Rest in Peace.”

Carson Daly: “Greg Giraldo had a regular segment on my show back in the 30 rock days. He was not only funny, but a great, great guy. RIP”

Josh Groban: “So so bummed about Greg Giraldo. Such a funny man. His roasts were epic.”

Bob Saget: “Greg Giraldo. Love and peace. So f**king funny.”

Bill Engvall: “I am deeply saddened … He was genuinely funny and was one of the good guys. The comedy world has again lost another great one. Thanks for the laughs Greg. Rest in Peace.”

Lisa Lampanelli: “There are no words to express what a shame the passing of Greg Giraldo is. The roasts will be less bright, and the world will be less funny without him. Greg’s smarts – offstage and on – were unparalleled and will be missed for a long time to come.”

Judah Friedlander: “RIP Greg Giraldo. Miss you man. Much love.”

Louis C.K.: “Greg Giraldo was a good guy. The kind you’re always glad to see. Also a funny comic and person. He died today. Goodbye friend.”

Michael Ian Black: “F**k. Greg Giraldo died. Hung out with him several times. Amazingly funny and kind. Never saw him clean shaven. RIP.”

Aziz Ansari: “Very sad to hear the news about Greg Giraldo. One of the most respected comics I can think of. The world has lost a hysterical man. RIP.”

Dave Coulier: “RIP Greg Giraldo. So funny. So sad.”

R.I.P. Greg Giraldo.

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[source: TMZ; image: wenn.com]