- Lewis’ death was first revealed on Wednesday by Bette Midler
- He revealed in April 2023 that he was diagnosed years earlier with Parkinson’s
- Comedians and stars took to social media to remember the legendary stand-up
The iconic comedian Steve Martin paid tribute to another comedy legend on Wednesday after the death of Richard Lewis was reported.
After Bette Midler first announced his death on X (formerly Twitter), it was subsequently confirmed that he had died at age 76 by Variety.
Martin, 78, shared a brief post in response to Midler, calling Lewis’ death a ‘Great sadness.’
The iconic comedian Steve Martin paid tribute to another comedy legend on Wednesday after the death of Richard Lewis was reported; seen in 2022 in LA
After Bette Midler first announced his death on X (formerly Twitter), it was subsequently confirmed that he had died at age 76 by Variety; pictured in 2011 on Curb Your Enthusiasm
Martin, 78, shared a brief post in response to Midler, calling Lewis’ death a ‘Great sadness’
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