He was 67 years old.
Since last year, he has held a starring role in the Fox sitcom “Call Me Kat.”
Celebrities shared tributes online following the news of the actor’s death.
Leslie Jordan was one of the funniest people I ever had the pleasure of working with."
Several other stars have shared their memories and tributes, includingOctavia Spencer,Rosie O’Donnell, andJoel McHale.
Now, Dolly Parton has shared a message of her own to honor the late actor.
He will be missed by everyone who knew him personally and by everyone who was entertained by him.
Rest in peace lil' brother."
She just is who she is.
People say, ‘What’s she like?’
Well you know what she’s like!
I count her as one of the best."
