Comedian and former late night host John Mulrooney has died at the age of 67 at his home on December 29. It has been reported that he died “suddenly” at his home located in Coxsackie, New York, as reported by the Albany Times-Union. A cause of death is yet to be revealed. He was known for performing at iconic Hollywood venues such as The Laugh Factory, the Improve and The Comedy Store throughout his long career.
Elsewhere he took on the hosting duties of Fox’s The Late Show after Joan Rivers left the series in 1987 and then went on to host the Comic Strip Live weekly from 1989 until 1990. He later went on to co-host radio shows in the likes of New York, Albany and Cleveland. Mulrooney later went on to appear in both TV and film projects.
His obituary labelled him as a “beloved stand-up comedian, dedicated public servant, and proud patriot whose life was defined by service, laughter and an unwavering devotion to the people he loved.”
He has a long list of credits ranging from an episode of the sitcom Ellen in 1994, Ryder P.I, The Good Life, and Hardball.
Tributes have since poured in for him, with one user writing: “I’m in shock at the news that John Mulrooney passed away. We met over thirty years ago at Mix 105 radio in New York City, and instantly clicked. Through the years, we have done shows for iHeart, Sirius, Howard 101, and many podcasts. He was an amazing and loyal friend. So many comics, performers, and writers looked to John for advice, and he was always willing to help anyone. Rest in peace, Johnny.”
Another wrote: “Worked with him at PYX106 we did mornings a warm spiritual & hilarious friend.. I am in shock. Wolf is too. Love to all family & friends John was all about making PEOPLE laugh! Light a candle for him he loved candles.”
Elsewhere tributes poured in for the fantastic comedian as people reflected on his lengthy career. Outside of the spotlight he also being a police officer from 2010 to 2024 and was a “sought-after performer” for fundraisers across the country, using his comedy to support the first responders and their community.
But the obituary wrapped up by saying his “greatest pride was his family” and was the “constant thread in his life”.
They added: “[He] will be remembered as much for being a loyal friend to countless people as for the laughter he brought to a multitude of strangers. His voice, his stories and his spirit will continue to echo in the lives of those he touched.”