Toy Story star and comedian Don Rickles has passed away aged 90
Don Rickles has passed away in his Los Angeles home aged 90.
The entertainer died from liver failure.
The legendary comedian was well know for his good-natured but edgy form of takedown comedy, most famously insulting Frank Sinatra, which the singer found hilarious.
RIP Don Rickels… You delivered one of my all time favourite lines in a movie. #DonRickles #MrPotatoHead #classic pic.twitter.com/fp5beOAnfX
— Hannah Dillon (@hannaheileend) April 7, 2017
He headlined in casinos and nightclubs across the USA and often appeared on late-night TV talk shows.
He received an ironic nickname for his abrasive but genius form of humour, with fans referring to him as Mr Warmth.
RIP Mr. Don Rickles. One of the greatest comedians EVER. Hope you got them laughing up there. #DonRickles
— anthonyzzzz (@freshtake21) April 7, 2017
Tributes have been pouring in for the comic across social media platforms like Twitter, where he was a very active tweeter, keeping fans updated about his life.
The funny man was also well known for his role as Mr Potato Head in childhood Disney classic film Toy Story.
