In the world of humor, some characters etch themselves into our memories with an everlasting smirk. Ewen MacIntosh, fondly known as Big Keith from ‘The Office‘, left an indelible mark in the history of sitcoms.
The actor who played the iconic character passed away at the of 50. As the bitter news of Ewen’s demise circulates, tributes from comedy royalty are pouring in. Co-stars and friends reminiscing the moments they spent with the late actor.
‘The Office’ Star Ricky Gervais Leads The Tributes Trail For Ewen MacIntosh
Ricky Gervais, the genius behind ‘The Office,’ took to the digital stage to share heartfelt words about his late co-star. Gervais labeled MacIntosh as “an absolute original,” acknowledging the realism he brought to the iconic character of Keith. The tribute tweet of Ricky read, “Extremely sad news. The very funny and very lovely Ewen Macintosh, known to many as ‘Big Keith’ from The Office, has passed away. An absolute original. RIP.”
Comedian Miranda Hart, who also had the pleasure of sharing a scene with MacIntosh in ‘Miranda,’ reflected on their shared journey in the comedy world. Hart wrote, “We were the same age and crossed paths many times as we did our best to be funny and make a living out of it. It wasn’t always likely but we did it and I am glad we got to do a scene together. Thank you xx.”
Ewen’s close friend Ed Scott, who was the one to confirm the news of the great loss shared, “I am completely devastated by the loss of my very good friend Ewen MacIntosh…He may have had a famous face known by millions as Keith from The Office but the person inside is what I will most remember.”
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Farewell To Big Keith: A Glimpse Into Ewen MacIntosh’s Comedy Legacy
As the curtains fall on MacIntosh’s time on Earth, we reflect on the legacy he leaves behind. In the hilariously mundane world of ‘The Office,’ Ewen MacIntosh was more than a character on a sitcom, he was a comedic force. The writer and director Ricky Gervais underlined the humor that MacIntosh brought in his tribute post. Sharing a picture from when the show cast received TV Comedy Moment of the Year in 2002 captioning it, “This was for Keith’s appraisal scene.”
The news of Ewen’s passing was first put out by his management company. A statement from Just Right Management read, “With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved comedy genius Ewen MacIntosh..His family thank all who supported him, especially Willow Green Care Home.”
In a world where laughter is a cherished currency, Ewen MacIntosh was a rich contributor. As we bid farewell to Big Keith, the tributes echo through the comedy landscape, honoring a talent that will forever be etched in the annals of hilarity.
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