Chris Cotton death: Tributes flood in as Comedy Central host dies aged 32

Chris Cotton has died aged 32: Getty Images for Comedy Central
Chris Cotton has died aged 32: Getty Images for Comedy Central

Tributes are flooding in for US comedian Chris Cotton, who has died aged 32.

The stand-up, from Philadelphia, appeared in and wrote for Comedy Central's culture talk show Every Damn Day.

The network announced the news in a statement on Wednesday but the cause of death remained unclear.

It said: "We're devastated by the loss of Chris Cotton - a hilarious comedian, a beloved member of the Comedy Central family and a joy to be around. He will be missed."

A fundraising page reportedly collecting money for Cotton's pregnant wife has raised more than 37,000 US dollars (£28,081) in less than a day.

Dave Attell, best known for hosting the Comedy Central show Insomniac with Dave Attell, said: "What a terrible night, I am still in shock over the loss of Chris Cotton..he was young, fun and had so much left to do...

"Its tragic. My heart goes out to his family."

Nate Dern, a writer for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, wrote: "Chris Cotton was a beautiful person with so much love to give.

"Everyone loved him instantly. He regularly made me laugh so hard that I cried.

"I am honored that I got to work with him and know him. Love you, Chris. Rest In Peace."

Stand-up comedian Michelle Biloon wrote: "Philly lost a great comic and a truly great person.

"My heart goes out to the family of Chris Cotton and all those close to him.

"Chris was also about to be a dad."

Stand-up Artie Lange wrote: "Chris Cotton passed away yesterday.

"Chris was a friend and a comic who was on my old podcast a lot. He was so funny.

"He leaves behind his wife who is expecting.. It's massively tragic. If you have the means to donate to help, please click this link."

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