Originally from Seattle and based in Los Angeles, Knight was a regular on the stand-up scene and garnered many fans, friends and admirers during a short but glittering career that included writing and voicing a character in Big Mouth, co-creating and starring in Peacock’s Just released Bust Down with close friends like Chris Redd and Sam Jay, and opening for stand-up legends like Dave Chappelle. Here’s a rundown of the tributes and responses making the rounds on social media. Rest in peace Jak Knight. Hilarious comedian and great guy. I can not believe it. — Kumail Nanjiani (@kumailn) July 16, 2022 I’m shocked. There was no one like Jack Knight. A unique talent, really funny and a really kind person, a rare combination. I just can’t believe it at all. — Joel Kim Booster (@ihatejoelkim) July 16, 2022 Jack Knight is such a loss. So talented never a dull moment hanging out with him. The comedy world, his friends and family have lost a great man. — Travon Free (@Travon) July 16, 2022 It was all venom and hilarious. He was a veteran comic before he turned 21. He rested in power, a young icon. — Solomon Georgio (@solomongeorgio) July 16, 2022 What the hell. I can not believe it. I do not know what to say. Jack was a terrific comic and person. Absolutely devastating. — Adam Conover (@adamconover) July 16, 2022 Every time I’ve been on a show with Jak Knight, I’ve felt like he could have easily been a “hot 21-year-old who knows it,” but he always ended up being so nice to everyone, regardless of level, and also damn funny. He’s thinking of his friends and the comedy community today. — TJ Chambers @ SDCC (@tjchambersLA) July 16, 2022 I don’t know what to say about Jack Knight that he wouldn’t make fun of me for. But you were incredibly loved and respected. There will never be anyone like you 💔 — Dani Fernandez (@msdanifernandez) July 16, 2022 Jack Knight was a hysterical and outspoken comedian. We will miss him very much. pic.twitter.com/F1dQEjT5GV — comedycentral (@ComedyCentral) July 15, 2022 I remember being on a show with Jak Knight when I was just starting out – I was so nervous and he was so encouraging and kind. I always remembered it. Thinking of his friends and family tonight. — blaire erskine (@blaireerskine) July 16, 2022 RIP Jack Knight. One of the most talented and hilarious guys in the game. — Josiah Johnson (@KingJosiah54) July 16, 2022 RIP to Jak Knight. We taped the Netflix specials together years ago. He was an incredibly funny original voice in comedy and a great guy who will be sorely missed. — Tim Dillon (@TimJDillon) July 16, 2022 You could tell he was special the first time you saw him. So much talent and an even better person. RIP Jack Knight. — Josh Adam Meyers (@JoshAdamMeyers) July 16, 2022 Several years ago, a young Jak Knight started coming to our open mics and it was clear from the start that he was special. Jak was a tremendous writer and performer, years ahead of his age. He had a lot more to say and we’re heartbroken that we won’t get to hear it. We love you forever Jak. pic.twitter.com/NFnCa87eTV — Hollywood Improv (@HollywoodImprov) July 16, 2022 Jack Knight was a very funny very nice guy. This is fucked up. Another young comic gone too soon. — Brabbbssss Graayy (@BabsGray) July 16, 2022 Jack Knight was such an amazing comedian and only 28 years old. Such an honest, brilliant voice to lose. — Dave Sirus (@DaveSirus) July 16, 2022 RIP to Jak Knight, honestly he was my favorite comedian these days. Unapologetically bold and hilarious❤️ — FLYLO (@flyinglotus) July 16, 2022 There are people you meet along the way and you immediately know: they have something special. One of those people was Jack Knight. Deepest condolences to his family and close friends. — Jake Fogelnest (@jakefogelnest) July 16, 2022 Wait – Jack Knight? No 💔 — Mary Lynn Rajskub (@MaryLynnRajskub) July 16, 2022 Devastated by the death of Jak Knight. Watch Bust Down NOW. I was lucky enough to spend years writing with and for Jack, and we taped the Netflix sets on the same night. Such a fucking funny, amazing, kind, weird, unique talent. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones. — Max Silvestri (@maxsilvestri) July 16, 2022 Whenever I was in a lineup with Jak Knight, I knew it was going to be a wildly funny night. I have always enjoyed watching him over the past decade. She won big, deserved it all, so witty and memorable every moment on stage and off. A painful loss for comedy. — James Adomian (@JAdomian) July 16, 2022 We were just talking last night about the @thehundreds comedy show and how everyone on stage that night became Legends. Jak Knight, you were the example. Rest in Peace. pic.twitter.com/3Tp01gcwea — bobbyhundreds.eth (@bobbyhundreds) July 16, 2022 I asked him to play this game with me. He was so excited. He came to work everyday, was very funny and did his thing. He continued to flourish in his career. Tough man…RIP Jak Knight. @NBA2K — Cov Guru (@BearCov) July 16, 2022 Oh man, Jack Knight. He always greeted me with a big smile and a hug. What a talent, what a sweet kid (he was a teenager when I met him! With a backpack!) Damn, that hurts. Rest in peace, Jack. — Adrienne Airhart (@craydrienne) July 16, 2022
