Dick Gregory Dead At 84, Twitter Reacts

Renowned comedian and Civil Rights activist Dick Gregory has passed away. He was 84. 

Gregory had recently fallen ill, but it was thought he would make a recovery.

However, Roland S. Martin took to Twitter to offer his condolences.

Many notables and fans immediately took to social media to express their sympathies and tributes.

The family has confirmed the icon’s passing.

Rest in power Dick Gregory. See the social media reactions below and on the following pages.

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