Jak Knight
The cause of death of the young US comedian has now been determined
Jak Knight (1993-2022).
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He was only 28 years old. Comedian Jak Knight was found dead on July 14. The cause of death is now known.
After an autopsy, Jak Knight’s cause of death is known. As reported by People magazinethe forensic medicine assumes a suicide by a gunshot wound.
Among other things “The Hollywood Reporter” had reported the death of the comedian and actor, citing a statement from his family. As is only now known from the coroner’s report, Knight was found dead on an embankment on Thursday, July 14th.
Comedian, actor, author
Jak Knight has made a name for himself as a young comedian in the United States in recent years. He toured as a stand-up comedian, and Netflix included his performance in the special “The Comedy Lineup.”
His TV career was just picking up speed. In the series “Bust Down” on the streaming service Peacock, he was not only one of the creators, but also appeared in a leading role. Prior to that, Knight was a writer on shows like Black-ish and Big Mouth.
Jak Knight completed his first film role as an actor just a few days ago: Chelsea Peretti’s (44, “Brooklyn Nine Nine”) directorial debut “First Time Female Director”.