Louis Anderson Remembered: 'So Lucky You Were On Earth For A Moment'

Comedian Louis Anderson passed away of cancer early Friday morning. He was only 68 years old.

The three-time Emmy-winning entertainer was a great friend to many and will be greatly missed.

Many celebrities took to Twitter to express their shock at Louie Anderon's sudden passing.

Actor Henry Winklertweeted, “Louie Anderson : Your generosity of spirit will cover the world from above .. we are so lucky you were on earth for a moment , spreading your humor all over like bars of living gold .. Good Bye.”

Comedian John Di Domenicotweeted, “Very sorry to hear about the passing of @LouieAnderson, living here in Las Vegas I got to meet him many times and even share the stage with him. He was the sweetest, nicest guy. Great comedian and a fantastic actor.”

Comedian Pauly Shore tweeted, Attention comedians and @TheComedyStore alumni’s I say this with a heavy heart just left the hospital in Las Vegas where Louie Anderson his sisters and close friend were kind enough to let me say my goodbyes he’s still with us but keep him in your prayers.”

Actor Michael McKeantweeted, “Baskets was such a phenomenal ‘second act’ for Louie Anderson. I wish he’d gotten a third. RIP.”

Many fans made mention how late comedians Betty White and Bob Saget also passed away in the last few weeks. Just yesterday, singer and actor Meat Loaf also passed away.

Comedian Jeff Rosstweeted, “When Meatloaf died Louie Anderson was like, ‘What’s the point of living?’ I loved them both.”

Comedian Gilbert Gottfriedtweeted, “This photo is very sad now. RIP Bob Saget and RIP Louie Anderson. Both good friends that will be missed.”

Director Travon Free tweeted, “Louie Anderson was a very dear friend and one of the people who very early in my career believed in me and would put me and a couple of other comics he loved up in a hotel in Vegas and pay us to open for him when we needed money. What a huge loss. Rest in peace my friend.”

Author Tim Tyrrell tweeted, “Oh Louie, this is sad. We laughed so hard in the studio when we brought our show to Vegas. I love this picture of us from 8 years and 70 lbs ago. Rest In Peace. #LouieAnderson”

GeorgeWallacetweeted, “Heaven has a hell of an open mic night goin' right about now. Everybody gets the light. You'll be missed. Louie. What an awesome friend. One in a million. Also pictured, the very much alive @kathleenmadigan, who has promised not to die this year.”

Fingers crossed!