Gary Miller/Getty ImagesComedian Brody Stevens is dead at the age of 48.
The Blast reports that the comedian was found dead in his Los Angeles, Calif. home on Friday afternoon. The outlet reports that the cause of death was a suicide by hanging.
In a statement to E! News, his reps state, "Brody was an inspiring voice who was a friend to many in the comedy community. He pushed creative boundaries and his passion for his work and his love of baseball were contagious. He was beloved by many and will be greatly missed. We respectfully ask for privacy at this time."
In the past, Brody has been candid about his struggles with depression and anxiety. On his Comedy Central show, Brody Stevens: Enjoy It, the writer and his friends frequently discussed his mental state and the challenges he overcame. In one clip, Zach Galifianakis shared, "Brody was really in a dark place... I think he thought that was how his life was going to be and I think that got him depressed."
Friends who were aware of these struggles are expressing their sincere condolences on social media. Bob Saget, Whitney Cummings and more are remembering the funny, kind man that fans came to know and love on numerous Comedy Central shows and more.
The 48-year-old was a frequent performer in the Hollywood area and was last seen at the Comedy Store on the Sunset Strip.
Our thoughts go out to the Stevens family.