The Comedy World Was Shocked By The Death Of Brody Stevens

Brody Stevens, a longtime stand up comedian and actor who frequently appeared on various comedy podcasts, died on Friday. Reports indicated the 48-year-old comedian died in an apparent suicide.

Stevens was beloved in the comedy world, appearing in The Hangover and the smash hit’s sequel film. Here’s a stand up clip where he talked about the day he filmed his role in one of the biggest R-rated movies in cinema history.

He also appeared as himself on various clip shows over the years, but his stand up was revered by those in the industry. Along with Zach Galifianakis, he co-created a Comedy Central show starring himself called Brody Stevens: Try It!

In Try It!, Stevens had spoke openly about his struggles with depression.

Stevens’ death sparked an outpouring of support and cries for those dealing with mental health issues to seek help, as the comedy world had tragically seen another life cut short. Patton Oswalt was among those who pleaded with those following to take mental health seriously.

— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 22, 2019

On his old website, Brody Stevens had a pic of him and @davidcrosss with the caption “2 Generations of Laughter” and I don’t know why but that always laid me out. I think Cross is maybe 5 years older than him.

— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 22, 2019

Others echoed similar sentiments, including Big Mouth creator Nick Kroll.

— nick kroll (@nickkroll) February 22, 2019

A lot of comedians were good friends with Brody, and there was a lot of emotion speaking about his sudden passing.

— Moshe Kasher (@moshekasher) February 22, 2019

Nobody made me laugh harder than Brody Stevens and turns out nobody can make me cry harder either. You are my family.

— Whitney Cummings (@WhitneyCummings) February 22, 2019

Brody Stevens ~ Such a funny man. Such a good man. We need you and your comedy. My heart goes out to his family and friends. Loved Brody. Rest In Peace kind soul. @BrodyismeFriend

— bob saget (@bobsaget) February 22, 2019

Very saddened to hear about the death of my friend, the hilarious stand up comic, Steven Brody Stevens. A frequent guest on my talk shows and mainstay on the Hollywood stand up scene. Rest in peace @BrodyismeFriend You are a legend. Make em laugh up there. pic.twitter.com/uNe75Yu1f8

— Tom Green (@tomgreenlive) February 22, 2019

Here’s more of Stephens’ stand up.