Comedian and actor A.J. Johnson passed away earlier this month in Los Angeles at the age of 56. The cause of death is unknown. (Instagram)
<p>Roommates, we are sending our deepest condolences to the loved ones of Anthony &#8220;A.J.&#8221; Johnson.</p>
<p>According to <em><a href="https://www.tmz.com/2021/09/20/anthony-johnson-friday-star-dead-at-55/">TMZ</a></em>, his nephew confirmed his passing and said that he was found lifeless in a store earlier this month in Los Angeles. He was taken to the hospital and pronounced deceased. At the time a cause of death has not been determined.</p>
<p>A.J. is known for starring in films such as &#8220;Friday,&#8221; &#8220;I Got The Hookup,&#8221; &#8220;Players Club,&#8221; and more.</p>
<p>News about his passing started to circulate on social media early Monday. Fellow actor Tyrin Turner spoke about his passing and said, &#8220;Dam we shared great times on screen and off &#8230;. can’t believe this sh*t&#8230;..one of the funniest n*ggaz ever&#8230;&#8230; dam been losing so many people I&#8217;m scared to answer my phone or look at my messages!!!!!!!&#8221;</p>
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<p>Ice Cube also honored A.J. as well and said, &#8220;Sad to wake up to the news about AJ Johnson passing away. Naturally funny dude who was straight outta Compton at the same time. Sorry I couldn’t bring your character Ezal back to the big screen in <em><a href="https://dev.theshaderoom.com/ice-cube-calls-out-warner-bros-for-allegedly-refusing-to-make-more-friday-sequels/">Last Friday</a></em>&#8230;&#8221;</p>
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<p>Reps for A.J. later released a statement about his passing and said, &#8220;Our BH Talent family is saddened about the loss of an amazing iconic legend in comedy, our client and friend Anthony &#8220;AJ&#8221; Johnson. We are praying for all those that were touched by his comedy, acting, but most of all his life. We are especially praying for his beloved Wife, Children, Siblings, and Manager.&#8221;</p>
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<p>We continue to send our deepest condolences to A.J.&#8217;s loved ones.</p>
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