The comedy community is grieving the loss of one of their own.
Reggie Carroll, who performed stand-up routines in comedy clubs across the country, died after being involved in a shooting in northern Mississippi on Aug. 20, the Southaven Police Department confirmed. He was 52.
“Southaven officers located one male victim suffering from gunshot wounds,” authorities wrote on Facebook Aug. 23. “The officers and medical personnel provided life saving techniques but the individual succumbed to his injuries.”
According to the police department, the investigation is ongoing and the incident was believed to be an isolated shooting.
“One male is in custody and has been charged with the murder of Reginald Carroll,” the statement continued. “Thank you to the community for their patience and understanding.”
After the tragic news broke, Club Mobtown Comedy paid tribute to the beloved Maryland resident, who also made a number of television appearances including the 2023 standup special Knockout King of Comedy and the 2022 movie Rent & Go.
“Rest in power @comedianreggiecarroll,” the club wrote on Instagram Aug. 23. “Thank you for being one of the OGs who supported us early on. The Mobtown family and the Baltimore comedy community are very saddened by this loss of one of our city’s great talents. Sending our prayers to Reggie’s family.”
Meanwhile, fellow comedian Mo’Nique remembered her “brother in comedy,” sharing fond memories while reflecting on how fragile life truly is.
“This is why I say treat people the best you can because you never know if you’ll get a chance to see them again, and the last time me and my brother Reggie, girl, was together,” the Oscar winner said on her Instagram Story. “That’s what it was, an amazing time, being on tour together, being on that road together, what a time, so I have no sad tears because all of our times together was amazing.”
Reggie’s brother Jonathan Carroll also penned a few words of his own to thank friends and fans for their support as well as ask for continued privacy for their family.
“To all who have expressed condolences on the passing of Reggie Carroll, your love has been well received-thank you,” he wrote on Facebook Aug. 23. “Due to the sensitive nature of Reg’s passing, we are asking all, to refrain from publicly sharing any details until we confirm all the facts.”