Comedian and actor Leslie Jordan, known for his roles in “Will and Grace” and “American Horror Story,” has died after a car crash in Hollywood on Monday morning, sources confirmed to The Times.
Jordan, 67, won a primetime Emmy in 2006 for his performance as Beverly Leslie in the TV show “Will and Grace.”
Jordan was behind the wheel of a BMW when he crashed into the side of a building at Cahuenga Boulevard and Romaine Street in Hollywood at 9:30 a.m., sources said. The longtime actor and writer was declared dead at the scene.
It was not immediately clear whether Jordan was killed in the crash or suffered a medical emergency beforehand, but the condition of the vehicle suggested Jordan may have lost control of the vehicle before the crash.
This is a breaking news story that will be updated as more details become available.
