Bob Saget, comedian and star of Full House has died in an Orlando Hotel from an unknown cause, aged 65.
About five hours ago, emergency workers responded to a call after hotel security found the comedian in his room, unresponsive.
The cause of death is yet to be confirmed and while officials suspect drugs could be involved, Saget’s death remains a mystery. “We have no information on cause of death, and detectives have found no signs of foul play or drug use in this case.”
Saget was touring the US on a stand-up circuit and had performed in Jacksonville the night before his death. He posted a tweet the morning of his death, thanking fans for their appreciation during his set.
Loved tonight’s show @PV_ConcertHall in Jacksonville. Appreciative audience. Thanks again to @RealTimWilkins for opening. I had no idea I did a 2 hr set tonight. I’m happily addicted again to this shit. Check https://t.co/nqJyTiiezU for my dates in 2022. pic.twitter.com/pEgFuXxLd3
— bob saget (@bobsaget) January 9, 2022
Bob Saget is best known for his role as Danny Tanner on the popular sitcom Full House, a role he reprised for the Netflix reboot, Fuller House.
For nine years he hosted America’s Funniest Home Videos and has performed as a stand-up comedian throughout his esteemed career.
Saget also narrated the TV series How I Met Your Mother, and appeared in an enormous list of other series and films.
More recently, he started his own podcast, Bob Saget’s Here for You, and appeared on the American version of The Masked Singer (which has actual celebrities performing).
Saget’s role in Full House has earned him the nickname “America’s Dad” and his impact on comedy cannot be understated.
RIP to America’s dad, Bob Saget https://t.co/MJOxq6IyEJ
— Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) January 10, 2022
