R.I.P.
Bern Out -- Mac Dies at 50

Comedian Bernie Mac died this morning in Chicago after a long hospitalization from pneumonia.

Mac, whose real name is Bernard McCullough, passed away early this morning at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. He was 50 years old.

His rep just issued the following statement to TMZ: "Actor/ comedian Bernie Mac passed away this morning from complications due to pneumonia in a Chicago area hospital. No other details are available at this time. We ask that his family's privacy continues to be respected."

The day before he died, Mac's rep insisted he was stable, in no danger and expected to be released within the week, even though it was clear Mac was on his death bed.

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76. This hurts oh so bad. Bernie Mac will be greatly missed. The ony comedian that could make me laugh for real.My heart goes out to his wife and daughter. Hang in there. His book tells how he really felt about you both. You were his life from what I read. You are both are in my prayers. God bless you

Angela

Posted at 1:16PM on Aug 9th 2008 by Angie "D"

77. I just heard about Bernie's death. My heart is really crushed right now. I was just talking aobut Bvernie all last week. (1) of my favorite jokes by Bernie is him explaining why black people use the word (Mother#@$%). He was & will always be my favorite comedian. Rest In Peace Bernie, Love Ya.

Posted at 9:51AM on Aug 9th 2008 by Baby Girl

78. wow, this is really sad. RIP .... :*(

Posted at 10:06AM on Aug 9th 2008 by sara

79. You have our deepest sympathy.
Wish there was more we could do.
To help ease the pain and sorrow,
We know you are now going thru.

Time will heal the sorrow.
Loving memories you will always share.
Our hearts are going out to you today.
We want you to know ~ I care
R.I.P Bernie Mac..The best ever and will ever be.!!!!!!

Posted at 12:13PM on Aug 9th 2008 by Christie Gale...From Honduras the island of Roatan

80. An awesome comedian and entertainer. Bernie will truly be missed. May he RIP.

Posted at 10:15AM on Aug 9th 2008 by Carlea

81. A great talent has left us. Bernie did it the right way. He worked his rear off and became a true comic icon. I especially appreciate the fact that he was very funny just by his actions and expressions without having to cuss every 2 seconds. I might have to go out and fet a manicure and pedicure in his honor. RIP Bernard Jeffrey McCullough you will be missed. Condolences to his wife, daughter and grandchild.

Posted at 9:51AM on Aug 9th 2008 by jason from KY

82. I luved Bernie Mac and his show. So sorry to hear. What is it with Pneumonia?

It has taken alot a celebs? Are the stars just working themselves to death?

Poor Bernie...he caught alot of flak recently........

R.I.P.

Posted at 11:48AM on Aug 9th 2008 by candy

83. BERINE MAC WILL BE MISS, HE WAS A TURE OLD SCHOOL PLAYER.

Posted at 10:00AM on Aug 9th 2008 by joe lambert

84. How sad, my prayers to his family.

Posted at 7:10PM on Aug 9th 2008 by ding dang y'all

85. WE LoVE You Bernie! We will miss you! Thanks TMZ for being one of the first ones to know Yahoo didn't have sh!t.

Posted at 10:32AM on Aug 9th 2008 by New Mexico Gangaster

86. I'M SO VERY SAD, HE WILL BE MISSED SO MUCH AND ALWAYS REMEMBERED AS THE BEST KING OF COMEDY. I LOVE YOU BERNIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted at 9:52AM on Aug 9th 2008 by shelita williams

87. I am greatly saddend by this.....i heard he was sick but to hear he passed was a shock. He was a great comedian...ONE OF THE BEST!!...and he will be missed. RIP...thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Posted at 9:52AM on Aug 9th 2008 by avril

88. Rest in Peace! I loved your show....

Posted at 9:52AM on Aug 9th 2008 by Sad

89. I would like to extend my condolences to Bernie Mac's family, for the loss of the beloved Bernie Mac... He was such a great
great actor and a wonderful, pleasant person, or so I was told... My grandfather died the same way -- complications of
Pneumonia, however my grandfather died at the age of 92. Bernie Mac was still practically a kid at the tender age of 50. I remember how I felt when my mother died at age 52, and how sad I felt b/c she was so very young and my whole adult life, I felt cheated. God love and keep Bernie Mac...

Posted at 9:54AM on Aug 9th 2008 by LadyAP

90. Wow......Life is truly short.
~Rest in Peace!

Posted at 9:54AM on Aug 9th 2008 by Sad

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