Actor and comedian Daniel “Larry” Whitney, who performs under the moniker “Larry the Cable Guy,” tweeted his sadness about the news.
“Comedian Tim Wilson passed away tonight,” Whitney tweeted. “I hope you were one of the lucky ones that got to see him preform. One of the best.”
Wilson was a regular on the syndicated radio program “The Bob & Tom Show,” and a tribute to the comic was posted on their website Thursday.
“It is a very difficult day, and we couldn’t be more saddened by the passing of a comedy legend,” the posting said in part. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Tim’s loved ones.”
Wilson’s manger, Dipetta, said the performer is survived by his wife, and two children, a 15-year-old son and 24-year-old daughter.