Hollywood is in mourning after learning of Growing Pains star Alan Thicke’s sudden death Tuesday night. Friends, colleagues, and admirers, including some of his most recent co-stars, have been posting their condolences on social media.
Thicke appeared in an episode of Fuller House’s second season shortly before he died as an older man someone attempted to set up D.J. Tanner with. The show’s stars were saddened to hear of his passing and shared their memories of him.
In other social media messages, Hollywood praised Thicke as a good father, husband, and friend and mentioned his love for hockey.
— Paula Patton (@PaulaPattonXO) December 14, 2016
Alan Thicke was always the nicest and happiest person in the room. Gone way too soon. Rest In Peace.
— Alyssa Milano (@Alyssa_Milano) December 14, 2016
https://twitter.com/AdamBaldwin/status/808859363796357120
https://twitter.com/David_Boreanaz/status/808883712230199296
The NHL family is sad to learn of the passing of longtime hockey fan Alan Thicke. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/5ADyWRksuf
— NHL (@NHL) December 14, 2016