Gottfried died at 2:35 p.m. ET on Tuesday from Recurrent Ventricular Tachycardia due to Myotonic Dystrophy type II.
Highlights
- Gilbert Gottfried died at 2:35 p.m.
- ET on Tuesday from Recurrent Ventricular Tachycardia due to Myotonic Dystrophy type II.
- Gottfried has been performing stand-up comedy for over 50 years.
- He is survived by his wife Dara, daughter Lily, 14, son Max, 12, sister Karen and nephew Graham.
- His comedic career led to roles in films including “Beverly Hills Cop II,” “Problem Child,” “Look Who’s Talking II” and “The Aristocrats” He was also the voice of the wise cracking parrot Iago in Disney’s iconic animated film “Aladdin”