NEW YORK — Reactions to the loss of Norm Macdonald, who died Tuesday at the age of 61 from cancer.
“Norm was adored by all of us. With this man, I’ve had some of the most painful laughs of my life. We knew the most daring, hilarious, and unique man we’d ever met. A fantastic father. A wonderful companion. It’s a legend. “I adore you, pal.” — From Adam Sandler’s Instagram account.
“He was one of our most valuable treasures. A comic genius who is both honest and brave. I’m in love with him.” ― through Twitter, Jim Carrey
“Norm was a fantastic comedian, and I enjoyed laughing with him on Saturday Night Live. (asterisk)Norm Macdonald will be missed by Bob Dole.” — Former Senator Bob Dole, whom Macdonald frequently imitated on “Saturday Night Live.”
“Norm MacDonald was a favorite of ours. It’s one-of-a-kind.” — through Twitter, Steve Martin
“No one could shatter you as Norm Macdonald could. “Hilarious and one-of-a-kind.” – On Twitter, Jon Stewart.
“The world has lost a very, very hilarious man today. We already miss him.” ― Eugene Levy, via Twitter.
“Oh my God, what is going on here? Norm, I bid you farewell. You were never less than 100 percent amusing.” — through Twitter, Patton Oswalt
“Today is a depressing day. We at Saturday Night Live grieve the death of Norm Macdonald, one of the most influential comic voices of his age or any other. We’ll miss Norm for a lot of reasons, from his unwavering honesty to his generosity to his uncanny ability to surprise us. But above all, he was just plain amusing. No one was as amusing as Norm.” In an emailed statement, “Saturday Night Live” said.