Leslie Nielsen: Stars pay tribute on Twitter

More stars are taking to their Twitter accounts to mourn the loss of Leslie Nielsen, who died yesterday at age 84. In addition to comedians Russell Brand and Patton Oswalt, and film critic Roger Ebert, celebrity fans ranging from Rainn Wilson to Nicki Minaj are continuing to pay tribute to the late actor. Here’s what they’ve posted:

Nicki Minaj: “R.I.P. Leslie Nielsen ~ one of the funniest and amazing actors of all time.”

Snoop Dogg: “Shout out to Lieutenant Frank Drebbin Rest in Power !”

Rainn Wilson: “RIP Leslie Nielsen. When he said “I am, & don’t call me Shirley” he made the whole world laugh.”

Dave Chappelle: “Rest in peace, Leslie Nielsen. I enjoyed your naked gun. Oh, and your movies were also funny.”

Denise Richards: “My heart goes out to Leslie Nielsen and his loved ones.. Airplane is still one of my favorite comedies….”

Olivia Wilde: “RIP Leslie Nielsen. Shirley, you will be missed.”

Rob Huebel: “Leslie Nielsen made me laugh so f– hard. What a great gift.”

Donald Faison: “I am serious. And don’t call me Shirley. Thank you Leslie Nielsen. RIP”

Joel McHale: RT @ACNewman: RIP Leslie Nielsen.

More on Leslie Nielsen:

‘Airplane!’ star Leslie Nielsen dies at 84

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