Stand-Up Comedian & Bust Down Star Jak Knight Dead at 28 -- Comedy World Mourns Death of 'Young Icon'

16 JULY, 2022

By Monu Jha

The comedy world and beyond are mourning the death of Jak Knight, a stand-up comedian who died on Thursday at 28.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Knight passed away Thursday night in Los Angeles.

His family confirmed his death on Friday via an agency rep, who noted that Knight's cause of death won't be provided at this time.

In addition to his already established stand-up career, Knight was also an actor, writer and producer.

Actor and comedian Kumail Nanjiani wrote, "Rest In Peace Jak Knight. Hilarious comedian and a great guy. I can’t believe it.

"RIP Jak Knight. I only met him a few times but every time I would see him it always felt like I was talking to one of the greats.

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