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'I Will Never Have Another Friend Like Him': John Stamos, Whoopi Goldberg React To Death Of Comedian Bob Saget

HOLLYWOOD (CBSLA) - Comedians, athletes, politicians, and friends took to social media Sunday to remember Bob Saget who died at 65-years-old.

The comedian and actor was reportedly found dead in his Orlando hotel room just after 4 p.m. Sunday. His cause of death has not yet been released.

Saget, who had been on a comedy tour, tweeted his appreciation for the audience Saturday after performing a two-hour set in Jacksonville. The tweet included future comedy show dates for 2022.

Saget's co-stars on "Full House," John Stamos, Dave Coulier and Candace Cameron-Bure tweeted their shock after news broke,

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Saget's twin daughters on "Full House," released a statement to People Magazine that said, "Bob was the most loving, compassionate and generous man. We are deeply saddened that he is no longer with us but know that he will continue to be by our side to guide us as gracefully as he always has. We are thinking of his daughters, wife and family and are sending our condolences.

Academy Award Winner, Whoopi Goldberg, tweeted condolences to Saget's family.

Fellow comedian Billy Crystal noted his shock and sadness in a tweet on Sunday evening.

Comedian Gilbert Gottfried tweeted that he had just spoken to Saget on the phone a few days ago and was "still in shock" Sunday when he heard the news.

Fellow comedian, Tom Green, said he was saddened to hear about the passing of his friend.

"Seinfeld" actor, Jason Alexander, tweeted that Saget was "kind and dear and cared about people deeply."

B.J. Novak of "The Office" tweeted a tribute to Saget, including an interview the two did together this month.

Former professional basketball player Rex Chapman tweeted a clip of Saget as Danny Tanner.

Charles Booker, a former Kentucky State Representative, posted a quote honoring Saget.

Fellow comedian Jon Stewart, paid tribute to Saget Sunday on Twitter.

Restaurateur and TV host, Guy Fieri, tweeted that Saget was a friend.

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