Comedian Brody Stevens passed away today in Los Angeles and has been reported by multiple sources, that he lost his life to suicide. He was 48.

Stevens who was one of the country’s most unique stand-up comedians, had worked as a warm-up act for talk shows like ‘Chelsea Lately’ and ‘@midnight’. In films he had roles in movies like ‘the Hangover’. ‘Due Date’ and more. Prior to comedy, Stevens was pitching prospect for Arizona State University before his professional hopes were dashed due to an elbow injury.  In 2013, his battle with mental illness was documented in the series ‘Brody Stevens: Enjoy it!’.

Last year, he released the well-received special ‘Live from the Main Room’ which was filmed at the world famous Comedy Store in LA, where Stevens was a regular featured performer. His stand up skills also had him featured on the Oddball Comedy Tour for several years with some of the biggest names in the business like Dave Chapelle, Jeff Ross, Amy Schumer, and more. He performed in Chicago many times including June of last year when he headlined the Hideout.

Stevens was beloved in the comedy community for the many risks especially he took when maybe a joke wouldn’t work initially on stage.

This is a sad repetitive tragedy. In recent years, you have seen similar awful losses in the music world and maybe you know someone or you yourself are dealing with depression and mental health. Please know YOU ARE LOVED and your life is so special. If you need help or immediate assistance, please do not be afraid to call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or go to suicidepreventionlifeline.org.