Ralphie May dies of cardiac arrest at the age of 45
Ralphie May has been found dead at the age of 45, just hours after performing on stage in Las Vegas.
The comedian, known for his television appearances on Inside Amy Schumer, had been battling pneumonia for six weeks and died of cardiac arrest, a spokesperson confirmed toThe Hollywood Reporter.
The star was found dead at a private residence in Las Vegas early on Friday morning, just hours after he took to the stage at Harrah's.
Talented: Ralphie May has been found dead at the age of 45, just hours after performing on stage in Las Vegas (pictured in April 2015)
He was in the midst of a nationwide tour, but had been forced to cancel some dates while he attempted to recover from his illness.
May first found fame in the early 2000s when he came second on Last Comic Standing, and had forged a successful career in the business.
Fellow comics took to Twitter to express their condolences for May, known for his Southern charm.
Stand-up star Larry The Cable Guy wrote: 'You my friend were one of the nicest and kindest out there.'
Full House's Bob Saget shared: 'Ralphie May. Dammit. You were a funny and sweet mofo man. Rest In Peace.'
The Hangover's Ken Jeong tweeted: 'This hurts too much. Ralphie May helped me so much. Rest In Peace.
'Thank you for all the love you have given me. Thank you for everything.'
May is survived by by his estranged wife, Lahna Turner, and their daughter April June and son August James.
Lahna filed for divorce in 2015 after the couple had been married for ten years.