Yes, unfortunately, at least one part of the rumor is true—comedian Mitch Hedberg died on Tuesday. We received confirmation from several sources since late last night, and Howard Stern talked about it on the radio this morning as well (there's some info on his website). The other part of the rumor, that Hedberg overdosed, is still unconfirmed.

Kids, just in case the OD stuff is true: Drugs make you really funny, but sometimes they make you dead. (Unless you're Andy Dick.)

Related: Current Wonkette guest editor Greg Beato profiled Hedberg in the LA Weekly last year.

• Farewell to a Friend [HowardStern.com]


• Mitch Hedberg's Official Site [mitchhedberg.net]

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