Celebrities mourn the loss of comedian and actor Leslie Jordan
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Comedian and actor Leslie Jordan, known for roles on "Will & Grace" and "American Horror Story," died at the age of 67 on Monday after he was involved in what appeared to be a car accident in Los Angeles. Following news of Jordan's death, many, including former co-stars and fellow comedians, took to social media to mourn the loss.
Sean Hayes, who starred in "Will & Grace" alongside Jordan, wrote on Twitter, "My heart is broken."
"Leslie Jordan was one of the funniest people I ever had the pleasure of working with. Everyone who ever met him, loved him."
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