Comedy legend James Gregory has passed away in his adopted hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee after suffering cardiac arrest at the age of 78.
Known to his many fans since the 1980s as ‘The Funniest Man in America’, his family confirmed his death on Thursday, May 9, in a post on his official Facebook page.
‘Today, with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of the Funniest Man in America, comedian James Gregory,’ the statement read. ‘He brought laughter and joy to countless lives, leaving an indelible mark on the world of comedy and those who loved him.’