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Kevin Barnett‘s costars are remembering theRelco-creator after hissudden death in Mexico.
The comedian, 32, passed away unexpectedly while vacationing in the country, the Last Podcast Network — on which Barnett co-hosted weekly podcastRoundtable of Gentlemen—confirmed on Tuesday. His cause of death is currently unknown.
Barnett co-created Fox’s comedy seriesRel, which premiered in September, alongside Lil Rel Howery and Josh Rabinowitz.
Joining him in remembering Barnett were fellowRelcostars Jess Hilarious and Jordan L. Jones.
“I’m so sorry Kevin😢 you were soooo sweet and the fact that I’ll never ever get to hear you say ‘Coolio🤙🏾’ and I’d roll my eyes and say ‘Kevin that s— is corny’ ever again is breaking my heart,” the 27-year-old actresswrote on Instagram. “Rest In Peace Angel 🙏🏾”
Added Jones in his Instagram Stories: “So fortunate GOD placed you in my life, learned a lot from you boss. This is so crazy idk what else to say. Rest Easy KB.”
Along with the touching message, Jones wrote “Gone but never forgotten” above a photo of Barnett.
Jordan L. Jones’ Instagram Stories.Jordan L. Jones Instagram
In addition to his costars, several actors and comedians also expressed their condolences.
Brooklyn Nine-Nine‘s Chelsea Perettitweeted, “I am so sad.”
Crashing‘s Jamie A. Lee wrote on Instagram, “A shocking, horrible loss. Kevin Barnett was a brilliant comedian and a great guy. RIP @fatboybarnett. This is so awful. 💔”
“I’m at a loss for words hearing about Kevin Barnett… We went to college together and both moved out to LA to pursue the dream,” actor and comedian King Bach tweeted. “Rest in paradise brother.”
Added comedian Ryan Conner: “The loss of Kevin Barnett is devastating. Such a great guy and the most effortlessly funny comic. Anytime someone asked me to recommend a comic to check out, I always pointed to KB. I’m glad I got to see him on Friday. If you knew him, I’m so sorry. If you didn’t, same.”
In a tweet Tuesday morning, Last Podcast Network explained that Barnett had died.
“Dear Last Podcast family, It’s with a heavy heart we inform you of the passing of Kevin Barnett,” the podcast network tweeted.
“The joy he brought to our lives is the greatest gift we have ever received,” the statement continued. “Remind your friends you love them because you never know when you’ll see them again. We love you KB.”
According toDeadline, which first reported the news, Barnett died while vacationing in Mexico, and his cause of death is currently unknown.
Over the weekend, Barnett shared his last social media post: a photo of himself on a sidewalk in Mexico.
He also worked onUnhitchedas a producer and onThe Carmichael Showas a consulting producer and writer. He had two writing projects in the works:The Wrong Missy andAlcoholics Unanimous.
“We send our thoughts and prayers to his friends and family during this difficult time,” they added.
source: people.com
