Bob Saget Dies at 65

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Bob Saget Dies at 65

Bob Saget, known best for his role as Danny Tanner on "Full House" and as the host of "America's Funniest Home Videos". The comedian was 65.

The following statement was released by the Orange County Sheriff's Office in Orlando:

"Earlier today, deputies were called to the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes for a call about an unresponsive man in a hotel room. The man was identified as Robert Saget & pronounced deceased on scene. Detectives found no signs of foul play or drug use in this case."

Bob Saget had tweeted as recently as this morning about his show last night in Jacksonville, saying, "Loved tonight's show @PV_ConcertHall in Jacksonville. Appreciative audience. Thanks again to @RealTimWilkins for opening. I had no idea I did a 2 hr set tonight. I'm happily addicted again to this s-t."

John Stamos, Saget's longtime friend, and former Full House co-star tweeted, "I am broken. I am gutted. I am in complete and utter shock. I will never ever have another friend like him. I love you so much Bobby."

Bob is survived by his wife Kelly Rizzo, as well as his three children.


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