Comedic actor, Jay Thomas, best known for his roles on “Murphy Brown,” “Cheers,” “Mork & Mindy” and “Ray Donovan” has died!

Jay Thomas lost his battle to cancer at age 69. Read on…

CelebNMusic247.com is sad to announce that Jay Thomas has passed away. His agent, Don Buchwald, confirmed the news:

Jay Thomas released this brief statement:

“Jay was one of a kind, never at a loss for words and filled with so much fun and wonderfully whacky thoughts and behavior.”

His publicist Tom Estey released this statement to CNN:

“Jay Thomas was one of the funniest and kindest men I have had the honor to call both client and friend for 25 years plus. He will be dearly missed by so many.”

David Letterman had this to say about Jay:

“I loved Jay His Lone Ranger story was the best I heard in 30 years. Plus, nobody could throw a football like Jay. Maybe Tina Fey, maybe. My heart goes out to his family.”

All friends and family have of Thomas is the great stories and memories to remember him by. His fans have his work on TV series and movies to remember his talent. Jay will be missed by all.

If you recall, Jay Thomas landed his first major role on “Mork & Mindy” as Remo DaVinci from 1979-1981. Though he was best known for playing Jerry Gold on “Murphy Brown” for nearly 10 years.

The TV Star became a household name in the 80’s, 90’s and millenium. We are sad to see another talented actor gone at an early age.

Thomas is survived by his wife and two sons, who were reportedly by his side when he passed.

RIP Jay.

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