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See more tributes to Jordan below.

Erick McCormack: \"Crushed to learn about the loss of @thelesliejordan, the funniest and flirtiest southern gent I've ever known,\" McCormack wrote on Twitter. \"The joy and laughter he brought to every one of his #WillandGrace episodes was palpable. Gone about thirty years too soon. You were loved, sweet man.\"

George Takei: \"I am stunned at the death of Leslie Jordan, who delighted us with his many roles on television and film,\" Takei wrote on social media. \"Leslie, we are heartbroken at your loss and will miss your mirth and your inimitable spirit.\"

RuPaul's Drag Race:

Rest in peace, Leslie Jordan. Thank you for the countless laughs and for sharing your spirit with us all. 💘 pic.twitter.com/PzJq31z19T

— RuPaul's Drag Race (@RuPaulsDragRace) October 24, 2022

Sean Hayes: \"My heart is broken,\" the \"Will and Grace\" star wrote on Twitter alongside a photo of him and Jordan. \"Leslie Jordan was one of the funniest people I ever had the pleasure of working with. Everyone who ever met him, loved him. There will never be anyone like him. A unique talent with an enormous, caring heart. You will be missed, my dear friend.\"

Lynda Carter: \"Leslie Jordan put a smile on the faces of so many, especially with his pandemic videos,\" Carter tweeted. \"What a feat to keep us all laughing and connected in such difficult times… It feels so cruel that this could happen to such a beautiful soul.\"

Ellen DeGeneres: \"I just heard about Leslie Jordan,\" DeGeneres tweeted. \"This is unbelievably tragic. He was such a light.\"

Bobby Berk: \"My heart is broken,\" the television host tweeted.

Billy Eichner:

Leslie Jordan. What an angel. Gone much too soon. RIP. ❤️🌈

— billy eichner (@billyeichner) October 24, 2022

Jim Parsons: \"If Leslie touched your life in any way, from near or far, you were never the same,\" \"The Big Bang Theory\" star wrote on Instagram. \"Leslie was both a man of the earth and an absolute angel. He was funny as hell and had a depth of emotion that made everyone around him feel loved. I am shocked and sad beyond words to learn of his death, but I am equally filled with immense gratitude at having crossed his path on his journey. Rest in peace, you good, good man.\"

Michelle Pfeiffer: \"I just heard the devastating news of the beloved Leslie Jordan's passing,\" Pfeiffer wrote in an Instagram post. \"Leslie was such a light for so many. Generously gifting the world with his love and humor, especially during this lockdown; one of our bleakest and loneliest times. He lived everyday to bring joy to every one he came in contact with.\"

Lonnie Love:

The last time I worked with Leslie Jordan… we guest co hosted The Talk.. Leslie was so much fun to be around, always had a funny story and he inspired me to keep going in an industry that could be ageist … I will miss you my friend.. Mama is waiting on you. pic.twitter.com/HUsJNFAd9o

— Loni Love (@LoniLove) October 24, 2022

Marlee Matlin: \"I am so sad to read the news of Leslie Jordan's passing,\" Matlin tweeted. \"He was such a pleasure to work with on my first TV series, Reasonable Doubts. He was at the top of his game and had so much to look forward to. He exuded JOY and LAUGHTER. RIP dear Leslie.\"

Jackée Harry: \"Completely heartbroken,\" the actress wrote on Twitter alongside a video clip from a scene she starred in with Jordan on \"The Cool Kids.\" \"Leslie Jordan was a kind spirit and provided us with so many laughs. Rest peacefully, friend.\"

Demi Lovato: \"My sweet Leslie…\" Lovato wrote in her Instagram stories. \"Your smile and personality lit up the room when I met you. I'm so glad we remained friends afer meeting not long ago.. We had more plans but our time was cut short. You will be so dearly missed by so many. I'm so honored to call you a friend. I love you sweet angel.\"

Wilson Cruz: \"I don't even know what to say. I'm heartbroken. Leslie was the sweetest, most generous and bright light,\" Cruz tweeted. \"The world is that much darker today. I'm sending LOVE to all who knew and adored him. RIP.\"

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