(ANSA) - ROME, JAN 10 - The American actor and comedian BobSaget, 65, best known for having starred in the sitcom "Papa's friends", was found dead in a hotel room in Orlando, Florida. This is what the American media reported after the announcement made by the family.
The causes of death are still unclear, but the local sheriff's department said investigators found no traces of drugs during initial investigations.
"We are devastated to confirm that our beloved Bob is dead today," his family said.
Saget, an experienced stand-up comedian, had just started a new comedy tour in the United States, performing until Saturday in the city of Jacksonville, Florida. After the show, he expressed his delight at being back on stage in an Instagram post, telling fans that he was "happily addicted" to his craft. However, he was best known for his role as Danny Tanner in the sitcom Daddy's Friends, where he starred between 1987 and 1995 alongside actors JohnStamos and Dave Coulier. Role then resumed in 2016 when Netflix decided to resume the program for another five seasons.
He was also the narrator of the show How I Met YourMother.
Unanimous condolences from friends and colleagues who are remembering them on social media in these hours. (HANDLE).