Neel Nanda, stand-up of Indian descent, dead; tributes pour in from top comedians
Neel Nanda, a 32-year-old stand-up comedian of Indian descent, known for his appearances on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' and 'Comedy Central's Adam Devine's House Party,' has passed away.
The late comedian's manager Greg Weiss confirmed the news on December 24. The cause of his death has not been publicly disclosed.
Expressing deep shock and sadness, Weiss described Nanda as not only a talented comic but also a remarkable person with a promising future ahead.
As news of his death spread, fans, friends, and fellow comedians took to social media to offer condolences and pay tribute to the late comedian.
One such tribute came from Matt Rife, who remembered Nanda as one of the nicest and hardest-working comedians he had the privilege of calling a friend.
Another fellow comedian, Mario Adrion, shared a heartfelt message expressing his devastation at the loss of Nanda, highlighting the positive impact he had in the short time they spent together.
The Port comedy club, where Nanda had previously performed, shared a tribute on Instagram, describing him as a comedy great and expressing shock at the news. Dane Cook also commented on Nanda's passing, stating that while he didn't know him personally, the numerous tributes were both heartbreaking and enlightening.
The comedy community mourned the loss of Neel Nanda, acknowledging his contributions to the art form and the positive energy he brought to those around him.
