Garry Shandling Passes Away at Age 66!

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We have sad news to report this evening that legendary Comedian ‘Garry Shandling‘ has passed away suddenly at the age of 66. Garry Shandling was best known for his ground breaking ‘Larry Sanders Show‘, while the younger generation may recall his role in Marvel’s Iron Man Movies. Get more details on the loss of Garry Shandling below, and share your thoughts AFTER THE JUMP!

Comedian Garry Shandling died on Thursday, according to the Associated Press.

The 66-year-old star of “The Larry Sanders Show” appeared fine earlier in the day, TMZ reported, and was taken to the hospital this morning after someone made an emergency 911 call from his house.

Shandling, who started his career as a TV writer on “Sanford and Son” and “Welcome Back, Kotter,” was best known for “The Larry Sanders Show,” which ran on HBO from 1992 to 1998. He was nominated for two Golden Globes for his acting on the show and won an Emmy for writing, which he shared with Peter Tolan. The comedy followed the backstage antics of Sanders, a late-night talk show host played by Shandling.

          
 
 
  

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