The Olsen Twins, Candace Cameron, Dave Coulier, John Stamos and more pay tribute to Bob Saget (via toofab)
A longtime standup comedian, Saget found a whole new audience, and a new identity as America's dad, during his tenure as widower Danny Tanner on the centerpiece of ABC's TGIF lineup from 1987-1995. Saget would return to the role in a recurring capacity for the sequel series, focusing on his character's daughters, on Netflix from 2016-2020.
"We are devastated to confirm that our beloved Bob passed away today. He was everything to us and we want you to know how much he loved his fans, performing live and bringing people from all walks of life together with laughter," the Saget family -- which includes wife Kelly Rizzo and his kids Aubrey, 34, Lara, 32, and Jennifer, 20 -- said in a statement to.
Many other cast members sharing tributes included Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen."Bob was the most loving, compassionate and generous man," they said in a statement."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.""I'll never let go, brother.
"Rest well, my dear friend," she concluded."I have no doubt you are making everyone in Heaven laugh until their cheeks hurt, just as you did here on Earth."
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