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Actor and comedian Dana Carvey’s eldest son has died at age 32.
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The 68-year-old ‘Wayne’s World’ star and Saturday Night Live alum shared a post on social media late Thursday saying that Dex Carvey died “of an accidental drug overdose.”
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In a joint statement, Dana and his wife Paula wrote: “Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old.
“Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things – music, art, film making, comedy – and pursued all of them passionately.
“It’s not an exaggeration to say that Dex loved life. And when you were with him, you loved life too. He made everything fun. But most of all, he loved his family; his friends and his girlfriend, Kaylee.
“Dex was a beautiful person. His handmade birthday cards are a treasure. We will miss him forever.”
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The couple — who also have son Thomas, 30 — added, “To anyone struggling with addiction or who loves someone struggling with addiction, you are in our hearts and prayers.”
Law enforcement sources told TMZ that Dex died on Wednesday evening. Paramedics are said to have tried to revive Dex, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Like his father, Dex was a stand-up comedian, and opened for his dad in 2016 Netflix special ‘Straight White Male.’
Following Dex’s death, Carvey also posted a picture of the pair.
He wrote in the caption: “Dex and me working together. What a joy.”
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Carvey’s celebrity friends have been showing their support in the wake of his loss, commenting on his social media posts.
Kenan Thompson: “Oh my God!!! I’m so so sorry!!!!”
Chris Kattan: “Such devastating news. I’m beyond sorry for your loss.”
Tia Carrere: “I’m so sorry Dana. Unimaginable pain. Sending all the love and strength for you and your family.”
Victoria Jackson: “Love you Dana and Paula.”
Olivia Munn: “So incredibly sorry for your loss.”
Mark McGrath: “So very sorry for your loss Dana, may his memory always bring you comfort and joy…sending love to you and your family.”
Cary Elwes: “So sorry for your loss.”
Darrell Hammond: “So sorry my friend. My condolences to you and Paula.”
Cheri Oteri: “He is beautiful. I’m so sorry Dana I’m praying for strength for your family. Thank you for speaking out about addiction. Too many can relate to your heartbreak.”
Kesha: “I’m so sorry for your loss. sending you and your family so much love.”
Eric Roberts: “Dreadfully, dreadfully sorry.”
Judd Apatow: “Love you Dana.”
Brad Garrett: “Love & Comfort to the Carvey Family& Dex.”
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