Bob Saget’s sudden death sent shock waves across the world Sunday night. Friends, family, and fans alike took to social media to remember the Full House actor, or as he was affectionately known as, America’s Dad.
Now, his TV daughters Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen are speaking out about the death of the beloved comedian, actor, and father in a rare public statement.
Fans were nothing short of shocked when news of Bob Saget’s death broke on Sunday night.
TMZ reported that the actor and father was found in his hotel room in Orlando having just completed a successful show the previous night.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The news outlet went on to say that Florida police reported “no signs” of foul play.
“We have no information on cause of death, and detectives have found no signs of foul play or drug use in this case,” the Orange County Sheriff’s Office told TMZ .
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They concluded by saying that “The Medical Examiner’s Office will make the final call on the cause and manner of death.”
His untimely death came as a shock to friends, family, and fans of the actor.
Just the previous night, the comedian had been doing a show in Jacksonville, Florida.
“Okay, I loved tonight’s show @pontevedra_concerthall in Jacksonville. Really nice audience. Lots of positivity. Happened last night in Orlando last night at the Hard Rock Live too,” he wrote in the early morning hours of Sunday, January 9th.
“Very appreciative and fun audiences. Thanks again to @comediantimwilkins for opening. I had no idea I did a two hour set tonight. I’m back in comedy like I was when I was 26,” he continued.
“I guess I’m finding my new voice and loving every moment of it.”
This hopeful and upbeat message seems appropriate to celebrate Bob’s life, and a fitting final post.
Friends, family and fans soon took to social media to remember the actor, including his notoriously private TV daughters Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen.
The twins, who both played Michelle Tanner, have famously stepped away from the Hollywood spotlight and rarely make a public appearance or statement.
During a podcast appearance last year, the 65-year-old explained how he still keeps in touch with his former co-stars.
“Ashley and Mary-Kate, I love so much,” he said while chatting on the Inside of You With Michael Rosenbaum’s podcast, as per CNN .
“When I’m in New York or when they’re here, when we can, we see each other,” he explained.
It’s clear this bond and father-daughter relationship carried on far past the end of their acclaimed series, which I have to admit makes my heart so happy.
Now, the death of their TV dad has prompted an emotional statement from the 35-year-old twins.
“Bob was the most loving, compassionate and generous man,” their statement began, as per Page Six .
“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,” they concluded.
What a special statement that truly speaks volumes about the type of person Bob was on and off the screen to his TV daughters.
RIP to America’s dad, Bob Saget.
h/t: Page Six
