Mitch Hedberg - Rest in Peace
Thursday, March 31st, 2005
Mitch Hedberg has died. The news is just now percolating across the web and details are tough to find, but this is extremely sad news to all who have ever listened to or met Mitch. Mitch was only 37 years old and the cause of death appears to be a heart attack.
Rather than write an unsolicited eulogy or anything like that, I’ll just say that Mitch was and is my favorite comedian ever, and I’ll leave you with these two clips from his two albums:
From “Strategic Grill Locations”
From “Mitch Alltogether”
Wow… I saw Mitch in Orlando about 5 or 6 months ago. He was trashed at the time, but funny as ever.
Dude was FUNNY. Had a great standup and will be missed.
I hope I’m right to point out that tomorrow is April 1st. Please let this be an Apil Fools joke. Mitch is too funny to go out so suddenly.
By the way, the comment preview is unbridled coolness.
This makes me sad… Mitch was hilarious! Hopefully Comedy Central will show his performance tomorrow during their Friday Night Stand-up block of performances. I’ll make sure to record that one for archival.
Mitch is, well was (RIP), one of my favorite stand up comics. He will be missed.
He was one of my favorite comedians as well. I missed a chance to see him last year because I didn’t want to be a third wheel with a couple I knew who invited me. However, this year I bought tickets a month in advance and was getting extremely excited to see him this Saturday night at the Baltimore Improv but I guess I missed my chance. It is a shame when people who possess a gift that touches so many die young. I wish his family the best and if you want to hear his albums in their entirety http://www.defconradio.com plays them often.
I’d never seen or heard of Hedberg before today. The quotes I’ve read online of his one-liners are quite funny, so i will definitely check him out now.
Even having never seen him before, i did learn one thing for this Mitch today: I’d prefer not to die on March 31. I don’t want everyone to assume I was merely early for a joke.
In addendum to my earlier post it appears http://www.defconradio.com is having some hosting issues. You can get around this by copying this ip address (http://70.84.230.102:8010) into “Notepad” or “TextEdit” and saving it with a playlist (.pls) extension for use in “iTunes.”
wow, this is awful news. he was definately my favorite comic. he will
live on forever through his timeless comedy.
I hadn’t heard of him until now either. That’s sad.. he must’ve been a really good comedian.
Wow. That’s horrible… I loved him in his Comedy Central Presents. This is definitely shocking. :( R.I.P. Mitch Hedberg…
There aren’t many things more annoying than not discovering a brilliant talent until after they die. Well, I imagine Mitch could dispute that, but it’s still pretty annoying either way.
Oh this is difficult news indeed. I adore Mitch Hedberg’s humor, which will most certainly stay present. I had always wanted to see him live, guess that won’t happen now :(
Really sad news. His style of comedy was simplistic but hilarious. He’ll be missed.
That’s really crappy news! :(
Wow, very sad indeed. I remember seeing him on TV for the first time. It was just before I needed to go to class. Needless to say I was late for class.
My favorite bit by Mitch would have been the bit he did about the queue’s at resturaunts and what happen’s when the party doesn’t respond.
And reading over that, it’s only half as funny. Mitch’s delivery and tone of voice was hugely unique (well, for comics, but not for drug addicts). He just made this hilarious.
Man, I can’t even believe this =\ The first time I saw Mitch, me and my friend were watchin’ him on TV and we literally laughed so hard we puked! Oh man, I hope maybe it’s just an April fool’s joke I love this guy
I am in shock. I remember the first time I heard him was in my sisters room when I was taking some of her c.d’s. He was wonderful. His laid back tone and hilarious pronunciations really made him one of a kind. He is undoubtedly one of the best comics i’ve ever heard. I know that most people would think because im only 13 that i dont know much about comedy but lets just say that im addicted to comedy central like he was addicted to drugs. I can’t really believe he’s gone. He will always be the best.
my best friend had me listen to mitch hedberg a year or so ago, i had never heard of him before that. and i don’t think i had ever laughed so hard as i did when i heard him do his monolouge of why he doesn’t wear a turtleneck. :) mitch may not have been that well known, but he was incredibly talented and extremely funny. i am grateful i was able to hear him, and his humor will keep me laughing for a long time. aloha nui loa mitch, a hui hou.
My favorite comedian. Just saw him here in Madison a few months ago. It’s a sad day, but at least he got to share his comedy before he died. He will be remembered.
And I just bought my Quadruple Tree t-shirt. Sad sad news. The irony of it all is that my friends and I were quoting Mitch and talking about how great his is/was on wednesday, and then i find out he died that same day.
really sad to hear :(
my thoughts are with the family
xo
Mitch was my favourite comedian of all time I can’t believe that he was taken from us like this and It makes me really sad…This may seem rude but the pope as far as i know right now is dead or dying and I’m more concerned over this…an escalator can never be broken you can…rest in piece my friend
(Editor’s Note: Regarding the Pope… I actually agree. But then again, I’m not religious.)
mitch hedberg was the funniest comedian i have ever had the privelage of listening too. he carried me through long car rides to new york and florida. he was a common bond that myself and my best friend shared. we would constantly spit out his infamous one liners and carry of mini routines when the mood found it appropriate. a true inspiration to comedy. he will be missed.
“hell yeah. reminds me of summer, when we used to fire up the bbq, and throw down on some fritos.”
he will for sure be missed… he was my favorite comedian
i loved this guy! i’ve been a standup fan for a long time, and he was one of my top three best ever. it’s hard to come up with a new gimmick in standup. but he was totally out there, and so original. plus, he seemed like a really cool guy, on top of being so funny. i’ve got one of his DVDs. i’ll have to run and get the other now before they’re all gone. he’ll be missed.
I’m going to miss him, too
i loved this guy! i’ve been a standup fan for a long time, and he was one of my top three best ever. it’s hard to come up with a new gimmick in standup. but he was totally out there, and so original. plus, he seemed like a really cool guy, on top of being hilarious. i’ve got one of his DVDs. i’ll have to run and get the other now before they’re all gone. he’ll be missed.
Wow, i can’t believe mitch is gone…he was my favourtie comedian and was a great man. His voice was very recognizable and added to his theme. You will be greatly missed Mitch and will not be forgotten…
“Dear Mitch I rarely enjoy driving steam boats….”
RIP……
Man…Mitch hedberg will be remembered by me for time to come. One of my goals in life was to meet him. Man why do the good ones have to go? Rest In Peace Mitch Hedburg you will be always remembered….. Damn
Mitch Hedberg brought a lot of laughter to a sad, sad world. (Maybe he’s with the DuFraynes!). God Bless You, Mitch, for making us forget our problems for a while and taking us into your dry-witted and vastly amusing mind! R.I.P.
This is a sad day…..
Love you Mitch…
Mitch was and will always been one of my favorite comedians. Smacky the frog will never be forgotten.
If you get the chance XM radio will be playing a tribute to Mitch, find someone with XM and give a listen. I couldn’t belive it when I heard it this morning on XM, thanks Mike for the website and a chance to praise mitch.
God Bless
Mitch Hedberg was one of the best comedians out there, theres so much more to say and im sure all the fans will agree with me that he will be missed! No matter what when i was in a sad mood i would throw on mitch hedberg and i just couldnt help but crack up, everything about him was unique and he was ONE OF A KIND. Ill agree with Sean Callahan —^ why do all the good ones have to go? HE WILL BE MISSED!
Dear Adorable Hippy Guy,
Man, I liked you. I kind of thought you were like one of my best friends, only one that I hadn’t met in person yet. It would have been so cool to really know you and have you hang out with us kindred spirits. I sure am sorry you had to go. I’m going to play Zeppelin’s “Ramble On” and think of you, dear Mitch. I hope wherever you are you’re cool and at peace.
Your friends,
Tune for
the Mitchell Family
I totally love Mitch Hedberg! Me and my best friend quote him all the time and we are so sad to here about his death! His comedic style was one of a kind and I hope this event inspires more people to pick up his CDs, DVDs, etc. and really start to appreciate him.
RIP Mitch Hedberg
Wow, that’s horrible…he was supposed to play where I live in a few days. This is such sad news…
I’m sadder about Mitch than I was about John Belushi. John had already reached his peak, but Mitch was just about to hit big. Ironically, I don’t think Mitch cared - he seemed happy travelling the country doing his act. As far as I’m concerned, he was the only bright light in the stand-up world - and the only stand-up who’s made me laugh in years. Love you Mitch! Please reincarnate soon!
Mitch will be missed so much. I got introduced to him by my best friend, We quote him ALL the time. He is super funny and i love his stuff. So maybe now people will appreciate what a good comic is and buy his things to support the family and to let them know he will not be forgotten.
Does it make me a bad person because I feel a great loss that Mitch has passed and I have no feeling for the pope.
I loved this man…he was the funniest comic ever (okay, okay Doug Stanhope is great too) but this dude made me laugh harder than Sam Kinison did! And that’s saying something. I am going to miss the Sh*t out of him. Goodbye, Mitch - rest with the angels.
Would anyone know if Mitch was an intern on the Howard Stern show in the late 80’s?
Howard used to talk about aformer intern that got into comedy
I was lucky enough to see him for the second time at caroline’s 2 weeks ago. The show was great, even better than i expected because i hadn’t heard a lot of the material before. This is a huge loss, and i think it will be a long time until a comic like hime comes along again. Rest in Peace Mitch
I’ve been a huge Mitch fan since college, when I first saw his act on Comedy Central. I had Stategic Grill Locations on my computer, and I would play it on those 4-hour car rides home. Mitch, thank you for making me laugh on those lonely car rides. It sucks that he died; I’m really going to miss him.
Fantastic comedian… hilarious, awesome delivery, and great ability to make fun of his own bombing jokes, making even them funny.
R.I.P. Mitch.
P.S. If this is an April Fools Joke… I’d be relieved, and pissed, but relieved mainly. :)
What sad news… I am still reeling a little bit. My prayers go out to his family, his friends, and his fans. R.I.P. Mitch. At least we all have the comfort of knowing that he’s up in heaven making God laugh his ass off. I know I’ll think of him everytime I receive a receipt for a donut.
greatest comic ever, great deleviery. He will surley be missed.
Amazing comedian. Not just one of the best, THE best. It’s so hard to think he’s really gone. Rest In Peace Mitch, we’re gonna miss you.
Mitch was the greatest comedy writer of our time. He had a brilliant if not genius amount of poise and timing. His epitath should say something like
Mitch “all together” Hedberg
Laugh In Peace
I will miss him and am very very saddened by our loss, but very happy for the blessing of knowing him.
My husband, our friend and myself are such huge fans of Mitch. My husband and I first saw his stand-up on TV, we were instantly addicted to Mitch. We began following everything did, we were completely obsessed. It was so hard for me to believe that he passed away when I got a call from a friend early this morning. I thought that this was an awful prank, my friend thought the same thing since he is just as big of fan.
I of course found this sad news to be true and it is still hard to believe that this comedic genius has left us in his prime. My heart goes out to his wife, family and friends. I glad I was able to see him at the Tempe Improv last year, it was a great show and I will cherish the memories. Mitch Hedberg is the greatest comedian of our time and I just hope the world will still see that (I am sure they will).
Opened up Netscape News and noticed Mitch was one of the top five internet searches which confounded me, though of course I would love him to be that popular. Instead, upon clicking, found this horrible news. I saw him in Seattle around 2000, his wife opened for him. Needless to say, he was the penultimate standup in my opinion. Spotted him on Comedy Central around 1999 and fell in love immediately. His wife (to be, at the time) was so sweet. I talked to her after the show and she *gave* me his Strategic Grill Locations as I was out of work and had no money. I’m still in shock and can only imagine the horror and heartache for his family and friends. I believe I’ve read that he is Letterman’s favorite standup so here’s hoping he’ll say something nice tonight. We have lost a brilliant man.
Lighting a stick of cinnamon incense in your honor,
Love
Lee
I loved him! Me and my band always wanted to be the race car passenger!!! Love you Mitch!!! Bad Mother Trucker from TEXAS!!!
Howdy, I just wanted to say that Mitch, only known to my family as the funny hippy guy was very much a part of our lives. Whenever we came across him on TV we would sit and have a few laughs with him. I am sorry that he has passed but am glad that I had the opportunity to experience his humor and that because of the time in which he lived, his voice will go on.
Sincerely,
Kevin R. Mitchell
he was soo funny. it’s unfair. how could he die ?? it’s just..so sad. and on my birthday too ?? (it was yesterday) damn..
i can only hope that this is a joke, just like some of the toher comments have stated.
I saw mitch back on 1/15/05 in atlantic city and then got to met him in the casino. What an great show and a great person , he will be missed.
R.I.P Mitch
he was the one comic i could listen to for hours and not want to listen to anyone else and i would just sit there and laugh
Man this is so messed up. Now I’m goin to have to get a bunch of friends together so we can have a tribute to Mitch. I’m sure Mitch wasn’t religious but I’m also pretty sure that if God is looking for a good comedian in heaven he’s definetly on he’s way there.
And if they’ve installed an escalator on the way to heaven thats cool cuz Mitch taught me that elevators can never be broken. Mitch I am going to TOTALLY miss you man.
Mitch was one of the funniest comedians of all time, he may have not had the exposure that most famous comedians do. BUT HE WAS THE SHIT and even though hes gone he will never be forgotten. “If carrots got you drunk….rabbits would be real fucked up!” -Mitch
Mitch surely was a genius. I remember seeing his special randomly on TV with my girfriend on day and just getting out of control listenting to him. I then just had to get everything he has put out and his appearances. Now I wish I had taken the time to see him live. To get someone with both original delivery and content like that is a generational gift.
My thoughts go out to his family. To know and love someone so unique and creative can’t be something you can ever forget.
Mitch was one of wittiest and true to character people out there. He will be deeply missed. I am still in shock. While he was tormented in life, he is now at peace.
Ah Mitch…What a stellar dude! I sure hope they mention him on That 70’s Show, (he worked at the Hub for a season or two). It’s a shame I never got to see him live, but I have sen and heard a lot of his stuff and he really was a revolutionary and it’s too bad only his fans noticed. I hope Heaven’s good to ya Mitch!
Mitch was awesome. At work me and a buddy would put up a mitch quite o’ the day to spread the gospel of hedberg. I always try to lend out my cd so people can hear his amazing style. He will be missed.
If only more people would have been exposed to Mitch, they would have known how original and funny he really was. I don’t know if you’d call Mitch’s following a cult one or not. A lot of people, including myself, absolutely love him. However, a lot of people never heard of him. But every chance I got, I would introduce somebody to Mitch’s comedy.
This is a very sad day.
He was and is my fave of all standup comedians, and I’m a fan of standup. It was my dream to some day hear him do his act in person, but I guess that is a lost hope. What bites is that I only discovered his comedy a couple of months ago. He will be horribly, horribly missed
OMG mitch died? He was a great of our time. He had an awsome dilevery and could make something out of nothing. He will truly be missed. No comedian that i have ever watched could deliver like Mitch, and I’m sure that no comedian will ever compair to his comic abilitys.
R.I.P. Mitch
Wow. What a drag. We’ll miss you, Mitch. See you on the other side.
He was and will forever be my favorite comidian.
I’ll find out what a sesame seed grows into for you. Rest in peace.
oh gosh. i just heard from my friend today. He was undoubtly the best. he knew how to make people laugh. Heres to mitch hedberg! much love and love always.
A lot of well known people died this week: Johnnie Cochran, Terry Shiavo, and the Pope (any minute now), but Mitch is the one I’ll miss the most.
Deffinately one of the best comedians of all time. I hate it when such funny, brilliant entertainers die so early. You were a good man, Mitch. Make ‘em laugh wherever you are now.
Damn this sucks you were one of the best ever and I’ll put some survailance on Rick for you.
(R.I.P)
Your were my favorites and I wish your family the best. I was always hoping you would open a mcdonalds with spaghetti and blankets instead of cheese burgers
Your were the best Mitch and you will always be remebered. I’ll put some survalience on rick for you. I was hoping you would open that mcdonalds. I wish your family the best
(R.I.P)
I listened to many comedians because I want to be one myself and I never found any comidian quite like Mitch Hedberg. He had that personality youll never find in anyone else for quite some time. He is and will always be my idol and Ill never forget him.
I never had the pleasure of seeing Mitch on-stage but I caught many of his TV appearances over the years.
Mitch was always a favorite of mine. He never ceased to make me laugh — one of those good, full-bodied laughs that can take you from the lowest of lows.
Heaven will certainly be a happier place with Mitch.
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I was at work when I heard the news on Howard Stern that Mitch had passed away and I broke down and cried and said a prayer for him… Godbless Mitch he was so damm funny!!! My thoughts are with his family at this sad time… I felt like I knew him even tho I never met him, he sure got my attention… Solong Mitch….
Wow, On my birthday too. Made me wonder how such an absolutely hillarious man, who has the overwhelming ability to bring one from the bottom of the barrel to laughing their ass off, could be taken from us so early, in such times. Mitch, there’s no doubt we will miss you, and I think I’m going to start going to church just in case i have a chance to still see you live.
Another dead hero
I just found out that mitch has past away…i cried…i dont even know him but i feel like i do from watching and listening to him soo many times…I looked up 2 him…He made me laugh when no1 else could…i will miss him soo much…no1 can ever replace him….he will be missed forever in my life…
Watching Mitch made me want to be a comedian. I always wanted to make someone laugh the way he made me laugh. But that kind of talent doesn’t come along often. Rest in Peace, Mitch
Mitch was one of my favorite comedians. Even though i only discovered him about a year ago, I feel very sad about his early passing. Mitch just had such a laid back good hearted comedic outlook on life and that will never be touched again, in the way that he did. My prayers go out to him and his family
Rest in Peace Mitch
–>alex
Saddest news to hear on my birthday (31st). I discovered Mitch during the most lonely and sad time of my life when I lost my first love. Mitch taught me how to laugh all over again. I was lucky to get to see him live back in Feb. What an amazing talent that will be dearly missed. I don’t know what Mitch’s spiritual beliefs were, but I am confident that he’s in a good place now. He made people smile, and I think God likes that. I’ll never forget you, Mitch.
He’ll be so, so missed.
Only a gem of a mind could come up with lines like: “I like rice. Rice is great if you’re hungry and want 2000 of something.”
And my favorite:
“I’m sick of following my dreams. I’m just going to ask them where they’re going and hook up with them later.”
Another great taken before his time. I work in an office where your loss has been mourned more than the pope. You are a special man, an individual blessed with the gift of making others laugh.
Gatorade- not just a drink for sweaty athletes, also a drink for thirsty dude’s.
Gone, but not forgotten.
MItch…..gone way too soon. I felt his comedy and his delivery was genius………doesn’t seem fair does it ?
I AM VERY SAD!!!! It’s always the good ones that go.
He was such an amazing guy. He was by far one of my favorite comics. I saw him about two years ago. He will be missed.
First off may he Rest in Peace, I remeber the first time I saw him on Comedy Central, and than I was lucky to catch him on that 70’s show; But nothing and I mean Nothing beats watching him live, I will never forget that day at the Ontario Improv he was a great comic and his style will forever remain unique…Good bye Mitch.
My 15 and 12 yr old siblings called me to share the horrible news… my whole family would bond over his hysterics! He was my favorite new comedian. I am so bummed by this loss but grateful that I had the chance to enjoy his genius. Good thoughts to his family and friends.
We saw Mitch a couple of years ago when he opened for two other big name comedians here in the Northwest. It was Mitch who had us in stitches. I almost wet myself and became an instant fan. I don’t follow comedians but when it came to Mitch………..and now, today there’s a big fat hole in the place of admiration where he sat. I will miss you always.
I am still in shock, and I am amazed at how I feel over Mitch’s death. Last year I was privileged to see him when he appeared with Lewis Black and Dave Attell in Virginia. I went mainly to laugh with Lewis, but left completely charmed by Mitch. He wasn’t brash, he wasn’t self-confident, he wasn’t polished, but, damn, was he funny! Very self-depreciating as well. I couldn’t wait to get his CD’s, and I was not disappointed. Comedy has lost a great and clever soul, and
I will miss him very, very much.
Such a tragedy that we lost such a great comedian at such a young age. He was amazing to watch and impossible not to laugh with. A funny man, he will be missed. RIP
MITCH WAS THE FUNNIST PERSON TO EVER LIVE. He was my favorite new comedian. AND STILL IS TO THIS DAY
THIS SUCKS, ONLY 37 (RIP)
My lucky number is 4 billion, that doesn’t come in real handy when your gambling.”COME ON 4 billion, fuck 7.” I’m gonna need some more dice, 4 billion divided by 6, at least.
-Mitch Hedberg-
LISTEN TO MITCH HERE (FUNNY SHIT)
http://www.mikeindustries.com/blog/archive/2005/03/mitch-hedberg-rest-in-peace
Last week I helped my friend stay put. It’s a lot easier than helping someone move. I just went over to his house and made sure that he did not start to load shit into a truck.
:( his websties down too… As a testiment to him I hope 100 people post here
Mitch was like my favorite stand up comedian..we was just so awsome…his jokes were hilarious, the way he laughed at some of his own jokes, the way his jokes were just so real..i was saying the other day i wish i could meet him..now i will never get to…
I feel as if I’ve lost a member of my own family. Fortunately, I had the pleasure of seeing Mitch at a club in Nashville last year. I wish I could have the opportunity to see him again, but I will never forget him. Rest in peace, Mitch.
Mitch was my all-time favorite!!! I just found out tonight as I was watching Comedy Central, I was so exicted to see him as I was flipping through. When they showed that he had died I freaked out. I followed him cloesly enough to know that he wasn’t dead as of last week, so I was thrown for a loop!! When I read the New York Times article I cried. Mitch was the only thing I ever listened to in the car. I would just keep him on repeat, never seemed to get tired of him. My boy friend and I had a chance to see him a few months ago. The show was 6 hours away and we both had work and homework for college, so in the end we didn’t go. The next time he was even in the same time zone as us we joked that we would drive as far as we had to just to see him. I wish we would have blown off school and work now, it would have been worth it!
I want to send flowers to his family. As much as I listened to him I feel as though I knew him, but since I don’t I want to at least do something for those who did.
I cannot believe that Mitch is gone. I never saw him live, but every time he was on tv, i was glued. He was soooo funny, and was one of my favorite 2 comedians (i could never choose between him and dane cook). It seems like the good die much too young. May he rest in peace for all eternity.
This is terrible, I have known about Mitch for years (first noticed him because we shared the same name). Never had the opportunity to see him live, but I am still in shock he is gone. I hope this is just some cruel joke. RIP Mitch : (
i saw mitch at the oakdale in ct in january and he was at his peak. this is a huge loss to the entertainment industry. i am deeply sadened.
i had just heard 3 second clips of mitch on various promos and was looking forward to seeing him do his act and wouldn’t you know,i saw his performance on comedy central tonight and laughed my ass off and then saw the dedication at the end and sat in disbelief as i read the dates”1968-2005″.i am still shaking my head.what a punch in the face! this guy could have been the funniest comic in the last 25 years.up there with carlin and pryor.damn shame! and by the way,enough of the tarzan english,me and this…..me and that.didn’t ANYONE go to school and stay awake? christ!
A group of us Mitch fans had the privilege of seeing him live in Auburn, AL on March 8th. It was the first time we had seen him live, but his comedy has always seemed to bring us closer together…and sitting there with all those other fans who were quoting along with him…it was really neat…a bonding experience. I am so sad right now. I keep listening to his act over and over…and I find myself laughing and crying. I feel privileged to have gotten to see him live.
poor guy… he was so good at stand-up.
I’ve never been so down about the death of a celebrity since Zappa died. Mitch Hedberg was the funniest guy who ever lived. The perfect comedian - people will be trading MP3s of him for the next 100 years. When I heard, I just felt sick to my stomach. Man, who cares about the Pope when Mitch is dead? I got into him last year when I was going through a really rough time and somebody loaned me his first CD. At a time when I thought I was inconsolable, I suddenly found myself weeping with laughter and loving life. Thanks, Mitch.
The nights I’ve lain awake replaying Mitch gags in my mind and chuckling to myself….no other artist has lost me sleep in that way. I had no idea how funny the world was until I heard Mitch Hedberg.
The most charming, talented comedian ever to grace the earth. I mean that from the bottom of my heart.
In response to 102, I doubt people will miss you as much as we All will miss Mitch.
Mitch was a great comedian, in fact I was just talking about him Wed the 30th using the line “I got my hair highlighted, cause I like some strains more than other” to make fun of a girl…..
Mitch: sorry to see you go, rest in peace, Mitch’s family: sorry for your great loss
The most Eloquently Funny person I have ever seen.
Peace and Love Incorporated.
man fuck
I just can’t believe this! On the 31st, my mom and I happened to start a conversation about our favorite comics. She was telling me about someone she had seen recently on TV. I told her about Mitch. At the time I could not remember his name, only that I had enjoyed his humor so much. I had seen him on comedy central quite awhile ago, but his humor had a big impact and he had made a lasting impression on me. It got me thinking about how I could figure out what his name was, so that I could try to see him live and get DVDs and Cds. Tonight (April 1st), I turn on comedy central…I couldn’t believe it!! I recognized him immediately…Mitch Hedberg. i called my mom right away to tell her: “You’re not going to believe this! The comedian I was just telling you about is on TV right now! Turn it on!” I called my mom during commercials to laugh together and discuss his performance. The next thing I knew they had dedicated the show to him. He had passed. Wow…just completely shocked. I got choked up. Only a truely special person can have such an effect on people he never knew. I feel that your talent is one of a kind…and I am obviously not alone…
I will be making Mitch Hedberg purchases tomorrow…and I will hang on to the receipts.
My deepest sympathies for this very funny man and his family.
He is loved, appreciated, and now missed.
Mitch Hedberg is the funniest person to ever walk this planet. I felt like my damn chest was caving in when i heard and hoped like hell it was an april fools joke. I was gonna go see him in June in Tampa for the first time. Mitch, you’ve done wonders for our world man, your spirit lives on bro…RIP. ~Thomas
Mitch was so fucking funny. My little sister loved him, and my girlfriend thought that his voice was distracting, because he sounded like he was on drugs. This proves that he was hilarious.
Try to write a stand-up routine sometime. Start to realize how hard that is, and then realize what Mitch really did, to be able to truly live and realize the life he seemed to want, and also to be able to have the intelligence and motivation to write such amazing material while projecting the carefree stoney visage. I have felt terribly since hearing this.
I’m listening to “Strategic Grill Locations” and now I’m feeling better.
“Somebody needs to tell the turkeys, ‘Man, be yourselves…I used to draw you…”
Rest in peace Mitch. I was under the impression that the mustard
stain came out, too.
It’s so sad. I just saw him on Comedy Central and it was so hilarious. I can’t believe he died. It can’t be possible. There won’t ever be a comedian like Mitch.
Forever in my heart, Mitch.
man, I found out right after they played his special on comedy central tonight. I felt sooo bad… I mean honestly, he has been in my list of top 3 comedians ever since I lisztened to him for the first time.
Yeah Mitch, rabbits would be fucked up if carrots got you drunk…
When I found out that Mitch died, I was in complete shock. He was and is my favorite comic. His jokes and speaking style was something that me and my cousin shared and imitated often. Man I can’t believe this. Like others above, I don’t care about the pope dying right now, he’s old and he’s lived a full and successful life. Mitch was just about to make it big. This is terrible.
My favorite joke: “I went to the store to buy a candleholder. They didn’t have one, so I bought a cake.”
damn..
i wish drugs didn’t have to take such awesome people from us.
he’ll be remembered.
Mitch will be missed. I have his show from comedy central on tape. I got it 3 years ago when i was in college. i also just heard him on the howard stern show recently. He was a funny motherf**ker!!! I luv u man
Loved him. Rest in peace mitch
Nice little tribute here :) Hehe, listening to those clips made me laugh and brought a tear to my eye at the same time. He’ll be really missed, as has been said by many. It was a total shock, but I’m glad that he was around to lighten up the world for the short time he was. Someone on another message board said it best when they said “When I see Mitch in heaven, I can say, ‘Hey Mitch, I saw you on Earth……And you were good.’ “
I had recently seen Mitch before his passing, and I would have to say that I havent heard such a more no BS and straight out stand up in my life. I just couldnt stop laughing. Mitch you will be missed greatly and I seriously hope to see you in heaven. Loved ur shades too! : * (
I just heard on Comedy Central about the passing of Mitch Hedberg. Never got a chance to see him in person but watching his standup performances on Comedy Central left me in laughing tears. However, learning of this news tonite leaves me with tears of sadness. Mitch, you will be missed.
Mitch was the best , I was so sad when I heard. I really hope this is some kind of joke……….
Well they just played his comedy central presents and at the it said 1968-2005 and said we loved you too. so im sorry to say he actually died wednesday of heart failure. He will be missed my many.
mitch was my favorite comedian, he’ll be missed. i saw him in Tampa in december….. im glad i was able to see him before he passed.