Yahoo News Big Bang Theory star's show stops filming after Leslie Jordan's death
Call Me Kat, the sitcom produced by The Big Bang Theory star Jim Parsons, has paused filming following the passing of Leslie Jordan.
As reported by The Wrap, Fox and Warner Bros. TV have decided to temporarily cease production for the series, which is based on BBC's Miranda.
Jordan, who played Phil on the show, had reportedly completed nine episodes of the third season before his death yesterday (October 24) aged 67.
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Parsons, who played Sheldon Cooper on The Big Bang Theory and serves as an executive producer for Call Me Kat, paid tribute to Jordan in a touching post on Instagram.
"If Leslie touched your life in any way, from near or far, you were never the same. Leslie was both a man of the earth and an absolute angel," he said.
"He was funny as hell and had a depth of emotion that made everyone around him feel loved. I am shocked and sad beyond words to learn of his death, but I am equally filled with immense gratitude at having crossed his path on his journey. Rest in peace, you good, good man."
Both Fox and Warner Bros. lauded the American Horror Story star in a statement, with the former saying: "Leslie was far more than an Emmy Award winning comedic talent with whom we've laughed alongside for all these years. He was the kindest person you could ever imagine who simply lit up a room and brought pure joy and huge smiles to millions of people around the world.
"The truest of Southern Gentlemen, Leslie carried an infectious exuberance, indelible sense of humour and, throughout, gifted us with countless fond memories that will last forever. As we grieve this sad news, we also wish to extend our most profound sympathies to Leslie's family, friends and fans, whom he held so dear."
Call Me Kat airs on FOX. The Big Bang Theory aired on CBS in the US.
If you identify with the themes in this article, the NHS has resources available to help with grief counselling and other support in the UK. In the US, the CDC also has resources available for those grieving.
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