Joe.My.God. LGBT News
Variety reports:
Popular stand-up comic Judy Tenuta, known to her fans as “The Love Goddess” and “Aphrodite of the Accordion,” died of ovarian cancer on Thursday afternoon in Los Angeles. She was 72.
Known for her acerbic humor, expletive-laden jokes, raspy voice and accordion, she was among the performers who fueled the popularity of live comedy in clubs, including the Comedy Store in Los Angeles, Laff Stop in Houston and Caroline’s in New York City.
Tenuta was an outspoken advocate for gay rights and frequently performed at gay bars and clubs around Chicago, and appeared as a grand marshal for numerous gay pride festivals. She became ordained as a minister to officiate same-sex marriages.
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Devastated to hear of the passing of my dear, dear friend, the lovely Miss Judy Tenuta. I can’t believe she’s gone. Earth has truly lost a goddess. pic.twitter.com/TiRuWTARiB
— Al Yankovic (@alyankovic) October 6, 2022
I sure did love Judy Tenuta. Besides being incredibly and uniquely hilarious, she was so beautiful inside that if they have a waiting period in heaven to become an angel, it’s been waived for her. I bet all the old-timer angels are laughing their butts off with Judy right now.. pic.twitter.com/lp8owiGrD8
— Pee-wee Herman (@peeweeherman) October 7, 2022
She was sweet and elegant. There was a pureness about her. She was deep and smart and serious. And when she performed, she put all the incredible parts of who she was into it. That would make her light up, become electrifying and make you laugh. pic.twitter.com/Oj0WLvRfN2
— Pee-wee Herman (@peeweeherman) October 7, 2022
She was absolutely original. A maverick and rebel.
I’ll never forget you and already deeply miss you, Judy. pic.twitter.com/Sx39l7PNif
— Pee-wee Herman (@peeweeherman) October 7, 2022
Sending love to your longtime love and to your family, friends and fans.
Rest In Peace, Judy.
— Pee-wee Herman (@peeweeherman) October 7, 2022