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Legend of comedy, Gilbert Gottfried passes away aged 67

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4 years ago

April 14, 2022

Anthony Lucas

Gilbert Gottfried, the actor and legendary stand-up comedian has passed away

Actor and comedy legend Gilbert Gottfried has died.

His family announced his death after a long illness via his Twitter page.

Gottfried was best known for his raw, scorched voice and crude jokes.

He stared in films including Aladdin and Problem Child.

A representative for the actor stated that he died of a “heart abnormality”

Gottfried leaves behind his wife and two children.

Celebrities have taken to social media to honour the star and share their best memories.

It was my honor to have met and interviewed and done bits with one of the greats. Rest In Peace, Gilbert Gottfried. #hardblackwax pic.twitter.com/6rgFQnt8aO
— Stephen Colbert (@StephenAtHome) April 13, 2022

Gilbert Gottfried was one of those guys who could do almost anything, and I’d laugh. His impression of Andrew Dice Clay is still one of my favorite things. We lost a great one today. pic.twitter.com/ufDpQmIC0d
— Dan LaMorte (@DanLaMorte) April 13, 2022

Walt Disney has also remembered the comedic icon, thanking Gottfried for his “iconic voice” and character.

Thank you for giving Iago his iconic voice, Gilbert Gottfried. Rest In Peace. pic.twitter.com/0LWCb37Qoq
— Disney Music (@DisneyMusic) April 12, 2022

Gottfried also defended his fellow comedians until the very end, using his last social media post to back Chris Rock after the recent Oscars event, which saw Will Smith and Rock have an on stage encounter.

In addition to his brash stand-up routines, the star was known for his piercing, squawky vocals, including in Disney’s hit movie, Alladin.

Gottfried died “after a long illness,” his family announced on social media.

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LIVE: U.S. and Israel launch war on Iran

U.S. and Israel escalate conflict with Iran, heightening regional war fears for the second time in eight months.

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18 hours ago

March 4, 2026

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U.S. and Israel escalate conflict with Iran, heightening regional war fears for the second time in eight months.

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U.S. and Israel strike Iran, escalating war fears and risking wider regional conflict for the second time in eight months

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Trump claims Iran military neutralised as Strait Of Hormuz tensions surge

Trump claims Iran’s military largely neutralized; tensions rise with attacks threatening air travel and oil shipping.

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19 hours ago

March 4, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Trump claims Iran’s military largely neutralized; tensions rise with attacks threatening air travel and oil shipping.

President Trump says Iran’s military capability has been largely neutralised, including its navy and air force, as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies. Iranian attacks have threatened commercial air travel and oil shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of wider economic fallout.

The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh has faced two attacks, while Gulf states worked to intercept further Iranian strikes. Officials report six U.S. troops killed and more than 700 deaths inside Iran as the exchange of fire escalates.

With global markets watching closely, the region remains on edge as military and diplomatic tensions show no signs of easing.

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Airlines face disruptions that surpass previous Middle East conflicts

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2 days ago

March 3, 2026

Ahron Young

What’s happening in the Middle East?

Trump says U.S. strikes could last four to five weeks and described the operation as the last best chance to act, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns the hardest hits are yet to come
Six U.S. service members have been killed, additional American forces are being deployed to the region, and the White House says nine Iranian naval ships have been destroyed
Iran says it sees no limit to its right to self defence and will not negotiate, as missile and drone attacks continue across Israel, Lebanon and Gulf states
More than 500 Iranians have been killed in U.S. and Israeli strikes, with further deaths reported in Lebanon, Israel and the UAE
Shipping, aviation and energy markets have been severely disrupted, more than 11,000 flights have been cancelled, Gulf stock markets have closed temporarily, and oil and gas prices have surged amid Strait of Hormuz fears