Modern Family fame Fred Willard passes away aged 86; Jimmy Kimmel, Patricia Heaton mourn his death

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Noted comedian-actor Fred Willard who won hearts with his stellar performances in multiple movies and TV shows, has passed away aged 86.

This news has been confirmed by Willard’s daughter through a statement that was released on Saturday. However, the cause of his death is not known yet.

The late actor had been a four-time nominee at the Emmy Awards for his roles in Modern Family, Everybody Loves Raymond, The Bold and The Beautiful and What’s Hot, What’s Not.

As soon as the news of Willard’s death spread on social media, numerous celebs and close associates of the actor have expressed their shock and mourned his sudden demise.