Gilbert Gottfried attends the world premiere of "Clive Davis: The Soundtrack of Our Lives" at Radio City Music Hall, during the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival, Wednesday, April 19, 2017, in New York. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP) 

SOURCE: Charles Sykes

Comedian Gilbert Gottfried has died after a long illness, according to a statement from his family posted to his official Twitter page. He was 67.

"We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Gilbert Gottfried after a long illness," the post reads. "In addition to being the most iconic voice in comedy, Gilbert was a wonderful husband, brother, friend and father to his two young children. Although today is a sad day for all of us, please keep laughing as loud as possible in Gilbert's honor."

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