Distraught Leslie Jordan Fans Pay Tribute to Beloved Actor as He Reportedly Dies at 67

Stephen Andrew

10/24/2022 02:55 pm EDT

It's been reported that beloved actor Leslie Jordan has died at the age of 67. In wake of the terrible news, distraught fans are taking to social media to pay tribute to the longtime star. "Leslie Jordan's Instagram was a ray of light in the midst of the pandemic. RIP," one fan tweeted, noting how active Jordan was on social media during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic.

According to TMZ, Jordan crashed his BMW into the side of a building while driving in Hollywood on Monday morning. The outlet added that it is believed Jordan may have experienced some kind of medical emergency prior to the crash, which could possibly have led to the incident. This is unconfirmed presently. Taking to Twitter, many fans have expressed their profound sorrow at the news, with a heartbroken user writing, "He definitely helped me though the pandemic. He was a Ray of Sunshine!" Scroll down to read more memorials from fans of Jordan.

"Stunned"

"Heartbroken about this – a deeply funny man," a Twitter user lamented. "I think it took a while, longer than it should have, for the world to discover his talents – but they did. From Will and Grace to so much more – including a fantastic one-man-show. Leslie Jordan was a delight. Gone far too soon."

"Fantastic Actor"

"Oh no. What a fantastic actor, he brought such joy to the screen," one person commented.

"One of the Best"

"My condolences to his many friends and family. I pray he is at peace," a Twitter user wrote.

"Pure Joy"

"What a loss," someone else added. "He was pure joy at a time when we all really needed it."

"Rest in Peace"

Sometimes life just sucks. This is one of those times," an upset fan offered. "Rest in peace you dear sweet man." The user then added a "Love For Leslie" hashtag.

"Extreme Talent"

"So sad to read this. May his memories provide peace and comfort to his family and friends who were touched by his kindness, compassion and his extreme talent. May he rest in peace," a sorrowful fan wrote.

"Countless Laughs"

"So shocking & sad!!! Leslie was a great actor! My condolences to his family, friends & colleagues. RIP," one more user wrote.

"Such a Light"

"This is heartbreaking. He was such a light in this world and for the LGBT community. May he Rest In Peace," a final fan wrote.

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