‘A wonderful lady, gracious, humble and funny’
Vanderpump talks about the death of Rivers:
So sad,each time I met her I always thought, what a wonderful lady, gracious, humble and funny. It’s a huge loss. RIP Joan Rivers.
‘Unapologetically offensive, kind, tough, complicated’
Morgan reacts to the passing of Rivers:
Unapologetically offensive, kind, tough, complicated, irrepressible, supremely energetic…and above all, bloody funny. RIP Joan Rivers.
‘Every woman in comedy is indebted to her’
Poehler reacts to the passing of Rivers.
What a full life. Every woman in comedy is indebted to her. She was there at the beginning and funny to the end. RIP Joan.
‘She was always fun’
Burnett comments on the passing of Rivers:
I knew Joan for 50 years, and she was always fun, charming and sweet to be with, and funny as hell. She was also the poster child for the ‘Energizer Bunny!’ My love goes out to Melissa and Cooper. I am very sad today.
‘A real pioneer’
Letterman reacts to the passing of Rivers:
Here’s a woman, a real pioneer for other women looking for careers in stand-up comedy. And talk about guts—she would come out here and sit in this chair and say some things that were unbelievable, just where you would have to swallow pretty hard… but it was hilarious… the force of her comedy was overpowering.
‘Saddened by the passing of a fellow legend’
Ms. Piggy reacts to the passing of Rivers:
Moi is deeply saddened by the passing of my friend and fellow legend, Joan Rivers. From our first appearance together as battling make-up counter girls in The Muppets Take Manhattan to our recent appearances together on QVC (Joan called it “The Thrilla in Manolos”), we were always two of a kind. I will miss her. Can we talk? You bet we can, Joan! Forever and ever!
‘A generous and caring spirit’
QVC reacts to the passing of Rivers:
We are greatly saddened by the loss of our dear friend Joan Rivers. She has been a special part of our QVC family for 24 years, and we knew Joan not only as an extraordinary comedian, writer, producer and business leader, but as a generous and caring spirit, who inspired us to be better every day. Joan truly loved her customers, and delighted in bringing joy and inspiration to their lives over these last many years. We extend our deepest sympathies to her family, friends and fans.
Forbes magazine says that in her 24 years at QVC Rivers sold more than $1 billion of merchandise. In the year before her death she sold 1.2 million products through the shopping channel. Her line of brooches, scarves and dresses extended to over 6000 items. Her big-sellers included the Pave Crystal Lovebirds Brooch, for $150 and the Starlet Style 20 necklace, for $112. Rivers first appeared on QVC on September 29, 1990.
‘She inspired every comic I know’
Schumer reacts to the death of Rivers:
Joan was hilarious and relevant all the way to the end. She inspired every comic I know and we will carry her with us and quote her jokes forever. When I met her at the premiere of her movie, A Piece of Work she was so kind and wanted to make sure all the comics were going to stay so we could all hang out together. I thought that was so cool. Such a pro, such a hard worker. This was a huge loss for us all.
‘Truly an inspiration’
Eichner reacts to the passing of Rivers:
Joan was truly an inspiration. She encouraged me long before anyone else and she did that for many comedians and writers she believed in. She was a joy to be around and she led a truly fabulous life. I will never forget her and will miss her terribly.
‘A great comedian and a wonderful person’
Louis C.K. comments on the death of Rivers:
I feel very lucky that I knew Joan Rivers and I feel very sad that she’s gone. She was a great comedian and a wonderful person. I never saw someone attack a stage with so much energy. She was a controlled lightning bolt. She was a prolific and unpredictable, joyful joke writer. She loved comedy. She loved the audience. She was a great actress and should have done that more. She loved living and working. She was kind. She was real. She was brave. She was funny and you just wanted to be around her. I looked up to her. I learned from her. I loved her. I liked her. And I already miss her very much. It really f–king sucks that she had to die all of a sudden.
‘She was a good friend’
Rickles reacts to the passing of Rivers:
Our dear Joan is gone. Knowing her, working with he and enjoying the fun times of life with her was special. She will always be in our hearts. She was a good friend to Barbara and I. Melissa, be strong and take care of your son Cooper. Joan…we will miss you.
‘There won’t be another one like her in our lifetime’
Sheindlin reacts to the death of Rivers:
There won’t be another one like her in our lifetime. Aside from her tremendous talent, she was gracious, giving and honest. She was a one-of-a-kind lady. I’ll miss her.”
‘An extremely sad day for the world’
Basso reacts to the passing of Rivers:
Today is an extremely sad day for me and the world…we have lost a spectacular woman who gave the gift of laughter. We had a special relationship for over 30 years and I will miss her dearly.
‘One of the kindest and funniest people I ever knew’
Reagan reacts to the death of Rivers:
Joan Rivers was not only a dear friend, but one of the kindest and funniest people I ever knew. I doubt there’s anyone who hasn’t laughed at her or with her until they cried. Today our tears are those of sadness. I know I join millions in saying, “Thanks for the good times Joan, we will truly miss you. My love and deepest sympathy go to Melissa and Cooper.
‘The world is less funny without her’
0 CommentsNBCUniversal comments on the death of Rivers:
For decades Joan has made people laugh, shattered glass ceilings and revolutionized comedy. She was unapologetic and fiercely dedicated to entertaining all of us and has left an indelible mark on the people that worked with her and on her legions of fans. She’s been a much beloved member of the E! family for over 20 years and the world is less funny without her in it. Today our hearts are heavy knowing Joan will not be bounding through the doors.
‘Heartbroken and devastated’
Reid posts a tweet on Twitter about Rivers’ death:
I am absolutely heartbroken and devastated about @Joan_Rivers I loved her! She was my friend and a beautiful amazing person #RIPJoanRivers
— Tara Reid (@TaraReid) September 4, 2014
‘A trailblazer in so many ways’
Seacrest reacts to the death of his friend and E! colleague:
Joan was a trailblazer in so many ways, and I greatly admired her talent and humor. She was a colleague and friend, as we worked together on E!, and she was also a treasured guest on my radio show many times. Regardless of the forum, Joan was full of funny, witty surprises and she had so much spirit. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to Melissa and her family.
‘No one loved life, laughter, and a good time more’
In a statement, Walters reacts to the news of Rivers’ death:
No one loved life, laughter, and a good time more than Joan. We would have dinner and laugh and gossip and I always left the table smiling. She was a brassy, often outrageous, and hilarious performer who made millions laugh. In private, she was the picture of elegance and class. I will miss her.
Clinic under investigation
0 CommentsThe Yorkville Endoscopy clinic Rivers visited is under investigation by New York Dept. of Health.
The state department of health is investigating the matter. It’s a full investigation of the matter… Since it’s an ongoing investigation I can’t comment on what we’re looking at.
The NYC Medical Examiner’s office also says they are investigating the cause and manner of Rivers’ death.
The death has been reported to us and the Medical Examiner’s Office is investigating.
Joan Rivers dies at 81
Rivers dies peacefully at Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, surrounded by her family. Melissa Rivers:
It is with great sadness that I announce the death of my mother, Joan Rivers. She passed peacefully at 1:17pm surrounded by family and close friends. My son and I would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff of Mount Sinai Hospital for the amazing care they provided for my mother.
Cooper and I have found ourselves humbled by the outpouring of love, support, and prayers we have received from around the world. They have been heard and appreciated. My mother’s greatest joy in life was to make people laugh. Although that is difficult to do right now, I know her final wish would be that we return to laughing soon.