One year ago today (July 17, 2022), the unexpected passing of comedian-writer-actor Jak Knight left a void that still remains unexplained. The shockwaves of his sudden death reverberated through the comedy community and his fans, leaving behind an undeniable sense of loss.
Comedian-actress Moses Storm took to Twitter to express her grief, emphasizing that Jak was not just a famous philanthropist or an extraordinary individual deserving of mass recognition. He was their friend Jak, a flawed yet incredibly kind and brutally honest person who had a profound impact on their lives.
The Peacock streaming channel, where Jak co-created and starred in the series “Bust Down,” also shared their condolences on Twitter. They described Jak as a brilliant comedian and visionary artist, highlighting the privilege they had in witnessing his greatness. Their thoughts went out to Jak’s family, friends, and the community during this heartbreaking time.
According to reports from Knight’s family, he passed away at his home in the Los Angeles area at the age of 28. The exact cause of his death remains undisclosed.
Jak Knight was not only known for his stand-up comedy but also for his contributions to popular shows like ABC’s “Black-ish” and Netflix’s “Big Mouth,” where he lent his voice to the character DeVon. Additionally, he co-executive produced and wrote for the HBO series “Pause with Sam Jay,” collaborating with his “Bust Down” co-star, Sam Jay.
In his career, Jak had also completed a role in comedian Chelsea Peretti’s directorial debut, “First Time Female Director,” alongside Amy Poehler and Megan Mullally.
Comedy Central recognized Jak’s talent in 2014, naming him one of its Comics to Watch. His half-hour comedy special aired on Netflix as part of “The Comedy Lineup” in 2018.
The Hollywood Improv, reminiscing about Jak’s early days, praised him as a remarkable writer and performer who displayed maturity beyond his years. They expressed deep sadness that Jak’s voice had been silenced prematurely, as they believed he had so much more to offer.
An HBO Max tweet described Jak Knight as a comedic force who brightened every room he entered, while comic and podcaster Tim Dillon mourned the loss of an incredibly funny and original voice in comedy.
Comedy Central tweeted their tribute, recognizing Jak Knight as a hysterical and honest comedian, and expressing their immense loss.
Comedian Dani Fernandez, at a loss for words, paid tribute to Jak on Twitter, acknowledging how deeply loved and respected he was. She concluded by emphasizing that there will never be anyone quite like him.
Attempts to gather further details about Jak Knight’s death through his representatives have been unsuccessful.
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