Bob Saget, an actor and comedian, was best known as the 'dad' on the 80s and 90s American television sitcom, Full House, and the host of America's Funniest Home Videos found dead at the Ritz-Carlton hotel in Orlando on Sunday.
"Earlier today, deputies were called to the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes for a call about an unresponsive man in a hotel room," the Orange County Sheriff's Office said in a tweet on its verified account.
The deceased were identified as Robert Saget and was pronounced dead on the scene. Detectives found no signs of foul play or drug use.
Robert Saget, aka Bob Saget, was best known for his role as Danny Tanner, the widowed father raising three girls with his friend Joey and brother-in-law Jesse.
After that, Saget was also the original host of America's Funniest Home Videos which kept millions of viewers laughing week after week.
Many celebrities tweeted their condolences via Twitter, including Jim Carey, Rob Schneider,
"Beautiful Bob Saget passed away today at 65. He had a big, big heart and a wonderfully warped comic mind. He gave the world a lot of joy and lived his life for goodness' sake, " tweeted Jim Carey.
"I am broken. I am gutted. I am in complete and utter shock. I will never ever have another friend like him. I love you so much, Bobby." tweeted John Stamos, who played 'Uncle Jesse' on Full House.
"Nice guys DO finish first. Beyond his considerable talents, Bob Saget was a kind and gentle presence that always made everyone in the room feel at ease. A sweeter man there never was. And a wicked sense of humour that would make you howl with laughter. God bless you, Bob," tweeted Rob Schneider.
Beautiful Bob Saget passed away today at 65. He had a big, big heart and a wonderfully warped comic mind. He gave the world a lot of joy and lived his life for goodness’ sake. :’^} pic.twitter.com/QVSITsfaVj
— Jim Carrey (@JimCarrey) January 10, 2022
I am broken. I am gutted. I am in complete and utter shock. I will never ever have another friend like him. I love you so much Bobby.
— John Stamos (@JohnStamos) January 10, 2022
Bob's been touring throughout the state of Florida, including in Orlando. The tour started in September and was supposed to take him through May.
On Saturday night, he was in Jacksonville doing a show at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, where he shouted out the crowd early Sunday morning.
Loved tonight’s show @PV_ConcertHall in Jacksonville. Appreciative audience. Thanks again to @RealTimWilkins for opening. I had no idea I did a 2 hr set tonight. I’m happily addicted again to this shit. Check https://t.co/nqJyTiiezU for my dates in 2022. pic.twitter.com/pEgFuXxLd3
— bob saget (@bobsaget) January 9, 2022
Rest in peace, Robert Saget. Our deepest condolences to his loved ones.