The iconic comedian Steve Martin paid tribute to another comedy legend on Wednesday after the death of Richard Lewis was reported.
After Bette Midler first announced his death on X (formerly Twitter), it was subsequently confirmed that he had died at age 76 by Variety.
Martin, 78, shared a brief post in response to Midler, calling Lewis’ death a ‘Great sadness.’

The iconic comedian Steve Martin paid tribute to another comedy legend on Wednesday after the death of Richard Lewis was reported; seen in 2022 in LA

After Bette Midler first announced his death on X (formerly Twitter), it was subsequently confirmed that he had died at age 76 by Variety; pictured in 2011 on Curb Your Enthusiasm

Martin, 78, shared a brief post in response to Midler, calling Lewis’ death a ‘Great sadness’