'Friends' Fans Mourn John Michael Tyler After His Death at 59
'We'll miss you'
rest in peace james michael tyler (Gunther), we'll miss you 🤍 pic.twitter.com/c7WKJEEOWp
— no context phoebe buffay (@nocontextbuffay) October 24, 2021
After Tyler was diagnosed, he said his doctors were initially optimistic until the cancer spread to other parts of his body, leaving his lower body paralyzed. "There are other options available to men if they catch it before me," Tyler told Today. "Next time you go in for just a basic exam or your yearly checkup, please ask your doctor for a PSA test. It's easily detectable... If it spreads beyond the prostate to the bones, which is most prevalent in my form, it can be a lot more difficult to deal with."
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Goodbye Gunther, Central Perk will miss you! You were and always will be loved! You were the best waiter and manager! ❤️
— Drake Ramoray (@Miarcury) October 24, 2021
James Michael Tyler dies today aged 59 of prostate cancer.😔😢 pic.twitter.com/TkMW8qD8jS
When HBO Max released its Friends reunion special earlier this year, fans were surprised that Tyler did not appear in the studio with the main cast. Instead, he only appeared through Zoom. During his Today appearance, he said he didn't want to "bring a downer" to the special by revealing his cancer diagnosis. "It was bittersweet, honestly. I was very happy to be included. It was my decision not to be a part of that physically and make an appearance on Zoom, basically, because I didn't wanna bring a downer on it, you know?" he said. Scroll on to see how Friends fans are paying tribute to Tyler.
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RIP James Michael Tyler
He was stellar as Gunther on #Friends. Always delivering an amazing and hilarious line. pic.twitter.com/060U9MN3Sp
— Jeff Dwoskin Has A Podcast (@bigmacher) October 24, 2021
"Not Gunther. Anyone but Gunther. such a kind, kind soul. So grateful to have met him. What an honor. Rest In Peace, James Michael Tyler," one fan wrote.
prevnext'A living legend who will always remain with everyone'
Warner Bros. Television mourns the loss of James Michael Tyler, a beloved actor and integral part of our FRIENDS family. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, colleagues and fans. ❤️☕️ pic.twitter.com/9coGnT5BHz
— FRIENDS (@FriendsTV) October 24, 2021
"RIP James Michael Taylor. A living legend who will always remain with everyone from now until forever," one fan tweeted.
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Hearing this about Gunther breaks my heart.. much prayer to his family and friends
— Dee (@dmechelle91) October 24, 2021
"RIP James Michael Tyler. you were the best Gunther. You will be missed," another fan tweeted.
prevnext'He was always a delight'
Sorry to hear of #JamesMichaelTyler’s passing. He was always a delight as Gunther on friends. pic.twitter.com/dHlqHVTqn4
— Alyssa Christian Ⓥ (@amusic20) October 24, 2021
"Sad news. R.I.P Gunther!! Condolences to his family and friends also condolences to the FRIENDS cast as they've lost one of their own," another fan wrote.
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