Gilbert Gottfried, Comedian, and ‘Aladdin’ star, dies at 67

Gilbert Gottfried, the comedian, star of ” Aladdin”, and the owner of the most well-known voice in Hollywood, died Tuesday after a long battle with cancer. His family announced Tuesday. He was 67 years old.

According to his publicist, he died from myotonic dystrophy type 2 (a form of muscular dystrophy).

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After a long battle with cancer, we are sad to announce the death of Gilbert Gottfried. Gilbert was not only the most famous comedian, but he was also a great husband, brother, and friend, as well as a father to his children. His family posted on Twitter that today was a sad day for everyone. However, they encouraged us to keep laughing in Gilbert’s honor.