- Reginald “Reggie” Carroll, a 52-year-old comedian known as The Knockout King of Comedy, was fatally shot in Southaven, Mississippi, on August 20.
- Police confirmed he died from multiple gunshot wounds and announced that a suspect has been arrested and charged with his murder.
- Carroll, who toured with Katt Williams and appeared in The Parkers and Showtime at the Apollo, was remembered by colleagues and fans.
Reginald “Reggie” Carroll, a 52-year-old US comedian popularly known as The Knockout King of Comedy, has been shot and killed in Southaven, Mississippi, on August 20.
Police confirmed: “Southaven officers located one male victim suffering from gunshot wounds… The victim has been identified as 52-year-old Reginald Carroll (Maryland). One male is in custody and has been charged with the murder of Reginald Carroll. Our thoughts are with the family of Mr. Carroll.”
Carroll, who once toured with Katt Williams, had appeared in Rent & Go, The Parkers, and Showtime at the Apollo.
Tributes poured in, with Motown Comedy writing: “Rest in power @comedianreggiecarroll, thank you for being one of the OGs who supported us early on… Sending our prayers to Reggie’s family.”
His brother, Jonathan Carroll, urged the public to avoid sharing unconfirmed details: “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… Thank you all for your understanding and loving support – The Carroll Brothers.”
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