
Krista Kennell, SIPA
Don Rickles Dies at the Age of 90
By: Joe Hyer
Legendary comedian Don Rickles has died at the age of 90. Rickles died of kidney failure Thursday morning at his home in Los Angeles, according to his publicist.
His storied career spanned more than six decades. He was known as the "best insult comic" ever, and was known for making regular appearances on The Tonight Show and The Dean Martin Show. He frequently worked with Frank Sinatra, and became an honorary member of the "rat pack."
90 years with Don Rickles weren't enough. One of the sweetest and most lovely people I had the pleasure of knowing. We miss you already
— Jimmy Kimmel (@jimmykimmel) April 6, 2017
Don Rickles was simply the best. He created insult comedy &yet every 1 of his targets felt loved and honored. One of a kind.#RIPdonrickles
— jason alexander (@IJasonAlexander) April 6, 2017
Don Rickles has passed away.
A giant loss.
— Billy Crystal (@BillyCrystal) April 6, 2017
Funeral services will be private.
Rickles would have turned 91 on May 8.