Neel Nanda rose to fame after appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live
New Delhi:
Neel Nanda, a US-based comedian of Indian origin, died just days after his 32nd birthday, his manager of over a decade, Greg Weiss, told the media.
The date and cause of Mr. Nanda's death were not disclosed at the request of his family and girlfriend. Speaking to USA Today, Mr Weiss said: “My client, who I was with for over 11 years, has passed away. Neel was not (just) a great comedian, but a good friend and a fantastic human being.”
The news of his death came as a bitter shock since Mr. Nanda had just celebrated his birthday headlining a comedy club in Toronto. The comedian also took to Instagram to promote his “Birthday Weekend” show at Toronto's Jokers Theater and Comedy Club.
Shortly after news of his tragic death broke, tributes poured in for the comedian.
The Jokers Theater and Comedy Club mourned “the loss of a brilliantly funny soul.” “On behalf of our entire Jokers team, please extend our deepest condolences as we mourn the loss of an incredibly funny soul. We send love and condolences to Neel Nanda’s family, friends and fans.”
May he rest in peace,” the club said in a post.
“RIP Neel Nanda, a great comedian who almost single-handedly built an entire comedy scene in Santa Monica, always giving his all and welcoming everyone,” wrote comedian John Roy on “Knowing him” a little and seeing him perform. A sweet, funny guy.
Neel Nanda was born in Atlanta to Indian immigrant parents. He rose to fame with his appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live and Adam Devine's House Party on Comedy Central.