R.I.P.
F***, George Carlin's Dead

George CarlinBust out those seven words, it's time for a tribute. Legendary comedian George Carlin has died.

The 71-year-old Carlin died around 6:00 PM PT this evening at an L.A. hospital after being admitted earlier in the afternoon for chest pains.

A battle over his comedy -- namely his "Filthy Words" routine -- went all the way to the Supreme Court.

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46. Oh, so sad :o( Absolutely the funniest guy ever...I loved his views on life, people, and the presentation of it! **** you George - we're gonna miss you!!!!

Posted at 10:59AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by crznmy66

47. Best farting comedy ..saw him live ... we laughed til we cried, it was after his wife pass away that we saw him .... ~ he also did a bit about .. "God Bless"
So peace to all George Fans

Posted at 2:15AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by Lbness

48. So sorry, r.i.p.

Posted at 2:16AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by T.P.

49. George,,,,, God Bless YOU.... You were one of the first TRUE independents..... And a major thank you for speaking the truth about ILLEGAL immigration and proving all of us white folks are racist just because we WELCOME LEGAL

Posted at 2:19AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by karri

50. Russert = good, well-prepared guy. Carlan = a legend. Finally, some perspective on loss. All respect to Tim -- but let's be clear, Carlan literally changed perceptions.

Posted at 3:01AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by HotStuff

51. *sniffle* Not too long ago I had the privilege of seeing him perform. It was brilliant, hilarious and wonderful. He was an awesome man and he'll be missed by many, myself included...

"I think it's the duty of the comedian to find out where the line is drawn and cross it deliberately." -- George Carlin

Posted at 2:19AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by Stephanie

52. PS..... NOT RACIST.....OPPS...

Posted at 2:22AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by karri

53. I partied with him in Vegas once, he was cool

Posted at 2:22AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by FIBiker

54. RIP, what a loss.

Posted at 2:28AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by James

55. How sad! RIP

Posted at 2:26AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by Niox

56. This is truly a sad day. I am a 30 year old guy and discoverd George in my late teens. After seeing him in Vegas about 7 years ago it solidified my true love for his brain, and the humor it created. Goodbye George You Will Be Missed!

Posted at 4:56AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by Alex in SGV

57. One of the best. Rest in peace.

Posted at 2:41AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by Billiam

58. Some perspective on recent losses. Russert: a decent,well-prepared guy. Carlan = a mind-altering legend. RIP to both, but George deserves higher billing.

Posted at 3:04AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by HotStuff

59. I am so unbelievably shocked and very saddened. He was one of my favorite comedians and now he's gone. We have all been robbed of a truly, truly funny man. He was a comedic genius. I will sorely miss his HBO specials. I discovered his comedy over 30 years ago and he only got better. He was one of a kind.

Posted at 2:35AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by NO!!

60. Is this for real? OMG I so remember his 7 Words You Can't Say on Television routine and all the stink it caused.

R.I.P. dear, wonderful comedic genius. You will never be forgotten. There will never be another like you, only copy cats. My sympathies to your family and friends.

Posted at 2:35AM on Jun 23rd 2008 by Dottie654

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