Kevin Hart shares devastating news of his father's death alongside family photos

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Kevin Hart has paid a touching tribute to his father, Henry Witherspoon, after he died at the age of 73.The star took to social media with a slew of photos of his dad with relatives including Kevin's wife, and their children and wrote a touching message.

MORE: Angela Lansbury passes away at the age of 96"RIP to one of the realest & rawest to ever do it…Love you dad," he wrote "Gone but never forgotten….Give mom a hug for me….y’all did good man.

Thank you for everything….I’m a better father because of you. We will all make you proud."WATCH: Stars gone too soon His fans rushed to share their condolences and commented: "I'm glad he got to see you on top of the world bro.

Blessings my dude," and, "Love and Respect to you and your family.... Our Deepest condolences King".Kevin has spoken before about his previously strained relationship with Henry and told Stephen Colbert during The Late Show that he has become a better father because of his own dad's mistakes.