Leslie Jordan attends the 2018 PaleyFest Fall TV Previews “The Cool Children” at The Paley Middle for Media in Beverly Hills, Calif. The sitcom “Name Me Kat,” which stars Jordan, has halted manufacturing following the actor’s surprising demise. Richard Shotwell, Invision through Related Press
The sitcom “Name Me Kat” has halted manufacturing following the surprising demise of Leslie Jordan, Leisure Weekly has reported.
What occurs to ‘Name Me Kat’ following Leslie Jordan’s demise?
Jordan — an Emmy Award-winning actor, comic and singer — starred alongside “Jeopardy!” co-host Mayim Bialik within the sitcom “Name Me Kat.” He had filmed 9 episodes for the present’s third season, which is at the moment airing on Fox.
The following episode will air as scheduled on Thursday, and can embody a tribute to Jordan, per Leisure Weekly.
Bialik was one of many numerous figures from the leisure business to pay tribute to Jordan, who died on Monday at age 67 following a single-car accident, the Deseret Information reported.
“They broke the mould after they made Leslie Jordan,” Bialik shared in an announcement on Twitter. “He was an expensive mentor and a beloved pal. I'll miss him a lot — it’s unimaginable that he’s gone. Relaxation nicely, candy buddy.”
They broke the mould after they made Leslie Jordan. He was an expensive mentor and a beloved pal. I'll miss him a lot - it’s unimaginable that he’s gone. Relaxation nicely, candy buddy. pic.twitter.com/c9kN0vkxyM
— Mayim Bialik (@missmayim) October 24, 2022
Bialik additionally shared the present’s official assertion.
“There aren’t phrases to convey the loss we're experiencing as a forged and a ‘Name Me Kat’ household,” the present’s assertion reads. “Leslie Jordan was bigger than life. He was a Southern gentleman; tender, smart, naughty and hilarious. We received to know and love him on the top of his happiness and pleasure and it's inconceivable to think about a world with out our Leslie: the person who would spit on his contact lenses earlier than placing them in his eyes, the person who had a narrative about each man in Hollywood and a few of the girls as nicely, the person who lived to make folks chuckle. We might be taking time to grieve and to rejoice the various items Leslie gave to us and to all the world and we respect privateness right now.”
When does ‘Name Me Kat’ air?
The fifth episode of Season 3, a Halloween-themed episode titled “Name Me Uncle Dad,” will air Thursday at 8:30 p.m. MDT on Fox. The episode’s official description notes that the character Phil, performed by Jordan, “has an awesome evening with a possible love curiosity.”
How did Leslie Jordan die?
Jordan crashed right into a constructing at Cahuenga Boulevard and Romaine Avenue in Hollywood Monday morning and was pronounced lifeless on the scene, the Deseret Information reported. Legislation enforcement sources stated it appeared Jordan had misplaced management of the automobile earlier than crashing.
Tributes to Leslie Jordan flood social media
Tributes to the comedic actor have been swift following the information of his surprising demise.
One of many final interviews with @thelesliejordan who we misplaced so tragically & unexpectedly as we speak. We would meant to air it subsequent week. As a substitute we'll share it tomorrow in tribute to a unprecedented actor, a splendidly humorous man, & a most light human @CBSMornings#LeslieJordanpic.twitter.com/bZhD9pMKNc
— Anthony Mason (@AnthonyMasonCBS) October 25, 2022
this was the final time i noticed Leslie Jordan. so devastated rn. a lot like to leslie’s household, staff, colleagues & followers from all over the world. we really misplaced some of the joyous, beneficiant & brightest souls to stroll this earth. i’m so grateful for the time we had collectively 💔 pic.twitter.com/rBLaFqGSxK
— Brittney Spencer (@BrittNicx) October 24, 2022
I'm heartbroken to listen to my pal, Leslie Jordan, has handed away. The sweetest, kindest soul I’ve identified. Relaxation In Peace, Leslie 💔 pic.twitter.com/0U5CwALMOa
— Jonathan Silver Scott (@JonathanScott) October 24, 2022
My coronary heart is damaged. Leslie Jordan was one of many funniest folks I ever had the pleasure of working with. Everybody who ever met him, beloved him. There'll by no means be anybody like him. A novel expertise with an infinite, caring coronary heart. You can be missed, my expensive pal. 😔❤️ pic.twitter.com/RNKSamoES0
— Sean Hayes (@SeanHayes) October 24, 2022
Crushed to study concerning the lack of @thelesliejordan, the funniest & flirtiest southern gent I’ve ever identified. The enjoyment and laughter he introduced to each one among his #WillandGrace episodes was palpable. Gone about thirty years too quickly. You have been beloved, candy man. 💔
— Eric McCormack (@EricMcCormack) October 24, 2022
I'm surprised on the demise of Leslie Jordan, who delighted us together with his many roles on tv and movie. The reason for demise was a automotive crash after he suffered a medical emergency. Leslie, we're heartbroken at your loss and can miss your mirth and your inimitable spirit.
— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) October 24, 2022
— Dolly Parton (@DollyParton) October 24, 2022
As we speak we misplaced a lovely soul! @thelesliejordan, you gave us all of the present of laughter and also you unfold love and light-weight wherever you went. Could you relaxation in peace my pal. 💔🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/MUNh6Nq0bw
— Marie Osmond (@marieosmond) October 24, 2022