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Kevin Barnett death: Rel co-creator dies, aged 32

Comedian Kevin Barnett – best known for co-creating the American sitcom Rel – has died, aged 32.

Variety reports that Barnett was holidaying in Mexico when he died. The circumstances of the death are currently unknown.

His talent agency, UTA, confirmed the news on Twitter: “We are deeply saddened by the passing of our friend and client Kevin Barnett. He was an incredible talent and a wonderful person. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. We will miss him.”

Barnett’s career was just taking off at the time of his death, having co-produced the show Rel alongside Lil Rel Howery and Josh Rabinowitz. He previously wrote for The Carmichael Show and had a minor role in Dumb and Dumber To. He also had three other projects in production.

Ben Kissel, host of the podcast Round Table of Gentlemen with Barnett, posted a tribute on Twitter.

“Dear Last Podcast family,” he wrote. “It’s with a heavy heart we inform you of the passing of Kevin Barnett. The joy he brought to our lives is the greatest gift we have ever received. Remind your friends you love them because you never know when you’re [sic] see them again. We love you KB.”

Comedy Central tweeted: “Kevin Barnett was an incredible comedian and writer, contributing to Broad City, the stand-up community and beyond. He’ll be greatly missed.”