NEWS: BERNIE MAC DIES AT 50
Saturday, August 9, 2008

Comedian/actor Bernie Mac (born Bernard Jeffrey McCollough) died early Saturday morning at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Mac was recovering from pneumonia and was expected to be released soon.
Just Friday, a spokesman for the Emmy-nominated actor said he had been responding well to treatment and confirmed his pneumonia wasn’t related to an inflammatory lung disease Mac has had since 1983.
The comedian drew critical and popular acclaim with his Fox television series “The Bernie Mac Show,” which aired more than 100 episodes from 2001 to 2006. The show garnered Golden Globe and Emmy nominations for Mac.
His upcoming movies include November’s Soul Men with Samuel L. Jackson and Isaac Hayes and Old Dogs, scheduled for release next year.
No word yet on whether public services will be held. A statement from his publicist asked that his family’s privacy continue to be respected.
Bernie Mac’s Life & Career (Link)
Comic actor Bernie Mac dies (CNN)
Actor and comedian Bernie Mac dies at age 50 (YAHOO)








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76.
whyyyyymeeeee
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
77.
SUPERCENT
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I am going to miss you Bernie Mac. My favorite Chi-town comedian. My condolences to his wife and kids. I still watches your show in the afternoon. SAD! VERY SAD!
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79.
Nina's Simone
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I hate that I got to a point when death doesn’t even phase me any more….I swear it just seems like all the GOOD people are dieing! I am deeply upset right, now…I was suppose to be on the web to do some important info, but when I saw that headline…my hear skipped a beat! There would NEVER be no-one like Bernie Mac, he is last of the realest BLACK MEN! He reminded me of my uncle who had past last year…we had always compared Mr. Mac to my Uncle so this hurts my soul…But every time I hear about someone passing that are GOOD, I am more upset of the people that they leave, because I figure that they are in a better place but its the family that tends to suffers the most….So pray for his fam ya!! I send a silent prayer to the Mac fam, I can only imgaine the heart ache they are going through right now!
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Anna
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I seen it at wireimage.com my heart dropped…I was hoping he was going to be okay.
I feel so sad…its that same feeling like #16 said. Even though its been like seven yrs since she’s (Aaliyah) been gone it still doesn’t feel real.
This is going to take time too.
My condlences go to his family & friends
81.
mdubs
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
R.I.P. Bernie…. Heavens got another one now. The comedy shows up there must be off the hook. All the greats.
82.
AriesRme
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
Wow, wow I thought the last report said he was responding to treatment and would be released soon. Man this is just too sad. May he RIP condolences to his family, friends and fans. Man oh man this is so sad. I will never forget the “milk and cookies”.
83.
Monique White
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
Bernie Mac always reminded me of my father. Straight to the point, no bullshit, but funny while telling you like it is, stern, and has a powerful voice that would cut through your soul if you did something wrong.
I love Bernie Mac and am really sad that he is gone. I didn’t know he had sarcoidosis…
Rest in peace:(
84.
rae
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
R.I.P 2 BENIE MACK
HE WILL NEVER BE 4GOTTEN AND HE WAS REALLY FUNNY 2.
HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. MY PRAYERS GOES OUT TO HIM AND HIS FAMILY. ~WE LUV YA BERNIE~
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Aleisha
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
This is truly sad! Im in shock. I really thought he would get better. My prayers and condolences go out to his family. This is messed up 4real! He will definitely be missed! This is crazy….=[
86.
Queen Tee
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I love u bernie and you will never be forgotten!!! u was one of my favorite comedians! God Bless You, You are in a better place now!! God Bless your entire family Love U!!!!
87.
pretteyeyez
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
This was so shocking to me this morning. My co worker and I were just talking about him and we changed the channel to FOX News and saw the headlines. I was speechless. RIP Mac Man! My thoughts and prayers are with his family. I also read where his mother died when he was only 16.
88.
Ka0tic
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
What a major loss to entertainment.. The King Of Comedy
“Baby it smell like BaDussy.”
“I’m Dollar Bill, Chi-Town, don’t pay them country boys nothing.”
“Him Down Stairs.”
89.
JstBReal
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I thought this was just a rumor because the other day I heard he was still in the hospital, but now I see its actually true. Its sad when we lose anybody, but I really did admire Bernie and have been a fan for a long time. He was the main reason I enjoyed the Kings of Comedy movie and how he kept it real. RIP to one of our greatest.
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Miss T
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
Rest In Peace Bernie Mac!!! My favourite comedian!!! My condolonces to your family and all te fans….
”….i’m off to get some milk and cookies….”
Much love and blessings….
;’) We will remember you and even though your gone, smile through our tears…
91.
Ms. NYC
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
R.I.P. Bernie
You will be missed…
92.
SAY WHAT:O
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
man, i was really shoocked when i read this on MSN. i thought Bernie was goin to make it- R.I.P. Bernie Mac. mush condolences to his family and friends ={
93.
tee
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
Bernie baby… pls just wake up…plsssss
i was jus watchin head of states the other day.. nd was crackin up nd thinkin bout hw crazy u were.. nd was anticipatin another movie from u … plsss jus wake up… i was a HUUUGE HUUGE FAN omg!
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Chelly
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I was at the gym when this sad news flashed on FOX news.
RIP Bernie MAC, thanks for the laughs!!! I loved him in “Friday” as Mrs. Parker’s man on the side and in “Kings of Comedy” this man was a comedy legend!! He will be missed!!!
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CANDI
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I am in such shock right now. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I grew up with Bernie’s comedy and he was and still is my favorite comedian. He was so raw and and uncut and real. Man I hate that he is gone. He is going to definitely be missed. RIP Bernie. Much Luv.
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Shia
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I just woke, opened my brownser with msn set as my homepage, and I saw the news plastered on my screen. I screamed! Like my heart just skipped a beat. Anybody who knows me knows that I absolutely love Bernie Mac (along with Steve Harvey). I am highly upset right about now. Not something I wanted to see when I woke up. DAMN SON
~~R.I.P. Bernie Mac. You will be truly missed
97.
BR0NZE B0MBSHELL
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
RIP Bernie Mac
So sad :[
98.
Toons
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
R.I.P Bernie.
This just shows how fragile we are as humans. Here today and gone tomorrow. Tomorrow is never promised. Dont take your life for granted.
99.
*KeNzY*
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I have my hands over my mouth.. im shocked….I thought that he would pull through this as well.. Wow….I’m sad… RIP Bernie…..******speechless******
100.
CREAMY
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I REALLY DID NOT EXPECT THIS… I THOUGHT HE WOULD MAKE IT THRU TOO, ESPECIALLY WITH THE RUMOR FROM LAST WEEK SAYING THAT HE HAD PASSED & THEN NOW HE ACTUALLY DOES… smh
U WILL BE MISSED BERNIE & I PRAY FOR UR LOVED ONES
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Miss T
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
Love you Bernie!!!! Always going to remember you and the laughter you brought the world even on a sad day like this we will remember you ALWAYS!!
You, were and you are a GREAT KING OF COMEDY
102.
ANIYA
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
R.I.P. Bernie Mac , U will be missed.
103.
caramellatte
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
You will be missed Bernie. We love you. RIP!!!!
104.
Taylor
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
RIP Bernie! You will be missed!
105.
caramellatte
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
You will be missed greatly by everyone. A true legend of my time. RIP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
106.
Chokogal
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
@ #16 yo, I’m feelin the same way u feelin. I still can’t believe Aaliyah is gone.
I’m mad hurt over this…
“Hey there brother Craig”
R.I.P Bernie
107.
demariotlc4lyfe
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
R.I.P. Bernie Mac, you will be greatly missed.
108.
Lihara
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
OMG!!! When I first heard I thought not again with the rumors…but he def will be miss Prayers to his fam and friends def sad
109.
moxpoe
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
utter disbelief….so much life left to live.
R.I.P Bernie.
110.
TRAILBLAZER
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
Rest In Peace Bernie. My prayers go out to his family. He will definitely be missed. I’m thankful that God blessed us with Bernie’s comedy and allowed him to share his talent with the world. He was definitely one of my favorite comedians. He was one of a kind. I’m just speechless. My prayers also go out to all of those who have lost someone. I pray that God gives you comfort and peace as you grieve and move forward in life.
111.
Smoothcriminal
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
R.I.P. Bernie Mac. You left a body of great work and through it you will continue to live on.
112.
REBECCA
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
i was in complete denial but this just proves it….RIP
113.
darealwifey
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
Wow. To get up to this news, I am truly shocked and saddened. Bernie Mac was an original. He didn’t copy anyone, and nobody can duplicate his style. He only had 10 or 15 minutes in the movie “Friday,” but his 10 or 15 minutes in the movie were some of the most memorable in the film. He was truly a comic genius. Sad, sad day.
114.
Whenandwhere
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
WOW! I did not expect this to happen. He will be missed big time! This shows you that tomorrow isn’t promised to anyone. Live your life, love everyone, proceed, and progress!
115.
POWERFUL
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
RIP BERINE MACK you Super Bad MO FO!!!!!!!!
116.
OMON IMO
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
R.I.P to one of the greatest black comedians of all time. Never thought it was true until I saw it this morning. My condolences to his family at this time.
117.
ballers wife
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
Thats so sad, best wishes to his family R. I. P B MAC
118.
DOLC3
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I couldn’t believe it,As everyone else I was shocked too.DAMN & im thinking……there wont be no more bernie mac but then again he’ll live on forever in the industry.Everyone loves bernie mac.This man is so hilarious…
I just wanna watch every last one of his shows/movies… again.
R.I.P Bernie Mac & My prayers go out to the family.
I went to yahoo and saw bernie mac dies at 50 and I was just omg my heart just felt like it got stomped on.
119.
Littlemamasohood
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
RIP Bernie Mac. I will miss you.
120.
La morena
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
OMG!!!!!!! I just saw the post, and I have to say that I am totally shocked!!!! I knew he was in the hospital, but they said he was improving. I still can’t get over the death of Gerald Levert and his brother………. and now this!!! I loved Bernie Mac’s work. He was a funny man. I will miss him, no doubt. I send my thoughts and prayers to his family.
R.I.P. Bernie Mac.
121.
Nina
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
So Sad. Only 50 years old. R.I.P. and my prayers to his family.
122.
BOOMKAT
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
The Lord had other plans for him. I bet Bernie is making is presence known on the biggest stage with all the greats watching and tearing up laughing! Condolences to the family and friends! He will surely be missed and will be remembered as a LEGEND of comedy for years to come! WE LOVE YOU!
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LB
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
Man, this news was the first thing that I heard about this morning—-what a way to start off your day. But, my goodness this is so terribly sad, and it’s very gloomy-looking today, here in Chicago.
Nevertheless, I just want to send my sincerest condolences to Bernie’s family and friends.
And I also want to express that Bernie Mac was definitely one of the best that ever did it.
He will be seriously missed.
124.
dee dee
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I just knew he was going to get better. So young too. I think this man had a wonderful heart and I pray he’s gone to a better place. Condolences to his family. It’s a real loss for the black community.
125.
Kathy
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
So unexpected, and so young. It’s sad, RIP, and my condolences go out to his family.
126.
Ms Common Sense
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
Bernie we love you and miss you already!!!!
127.
Mrs Morris
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I cannot get past this, yo. I really cannot.
RIP Bernie
128.
Chantal Rochelle
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
This is such a shock.
I cant even believe this right now.
I was just watching his show last night.
And just to think a couple of weeks ago he was getting all that heat for joking about Obama, then Obama denounced him.
Such a shame.
RIP Bernie!
129.
H-Town Chic***
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I’m sooo sad to have read this news.I will keep his family in my prayers.
FYI Bernie has been suffering from a disease called Sarcoidosis which there is no cure for. The lungs are the organ commonly affected by this disease. This is also explains why is eyes would drop sometimes.
130.
Focused1
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
OMG!! I can’t believe this. My heart sank as soon as I read this headline on CL. He will be truly missed. He was one of the best to ever do stand up.
131.
Gen
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
This is EXTREMELY heart breaking. R.I.P.
132.
Mister Anderson
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
RIP
133.
Nikki
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
Rest in peace. I am so sad right now.
134.
whatever
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
he will be missed
my regards to his family
Rest in Peace.
135.
Xpert2007
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
This is horrible news to wake up to…..He’s in better place now….Sarcoidoisis is a terrible condition…My cousin mother recently passed away from it at a very early age also….
136.
MsThang
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
OMG this is so hard to believe. R.I.P. I i always got mad when he start sayin “America” but i loved how he did his show. He will truly be missed. May he rest his soul in peace. My heart goes out to his family and friends at this hardest time of their lives and may they continue to get strength from God. He will be surely missed.
137.
Crystal
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
This news saddened me, I worked closely with Bernie on a big production scene for the Disney film Old Dogs, he was so incredibly nice and sweet, and took the time to sit with us upcoming actors and gave us advice when he didnt have to answer our questions, I truly admired his character and he will be missed.
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ts
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
oh my goodness. i and my parents are in utter shock and i am so perplexed because all said he was getting better, thus, i truly believed he was. then this morning on msn i read that he passed away. first heath now him…unexpected deaths and it is just…it’s not right. but now that i think about it, a person with sacroidosis who becomes stricken with pneumonia has quite a fight ahead of himself or herself. it is just so devastating that it had to be Bernie. R.I.P and my condolences to his family and friends.
139.
water
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
This is just too sad…I want some milk and cookies too!!!
140.
CRAYTALK
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
OMG! I cant believe it, such a devastation..
RIP Bernie will be missed..
141.
RobinNCALI
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
This is real messed up, His publicist had said before that these rumors weren’t true! This is totally wrong for him to be gone so young, and his poor family. God Bless them. At least he is with the Lord.
142.
famously infamous
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
This is so sad
Bernie was young! may he r.i.p.I really thought he was going to recover from this :(.
143.
obama !!!!!!!!!
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
R.I.P Bernie Mac. u will truely be missed. he was such a comedic genius!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! this saddens my heart!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
144.
kmniles
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
WTFlying F?!?!?! I’m angry (and sad) to hear of his passing today. Sad for obvious reasons, but angry because the original rumors were wrong. I guess I had a false sense of hope that he would come back from this.
God Bless you Bernie. I was awaiting your return in Transformers (Uncle Bobby B, baby…Uncle Bobby B.) loved that cameo!!!
145.
Michelle
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
My thoughts and prayers are with his family! I am really sadden by this news. I didn’t think he was that serious, that’s how they make it seem. He will surely be missed!
146.
J. Dakar
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I was awakened by my BlackBerry going off with the media alert. Definitely not something you want to hear first thing in the morning.
He was one of my favorite comedians, and he will truly be missed.
147.
lolajean
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
I was just crying because I was listening to Kanye west and the first thing on the album is Bernie mac and what does he say “I knew i was gonna see you again” yes… bernie you see us all again…. one day… I know him and richard pryor and Robin (from babe’s Kids) up in heaven cracking people up…. Im a bit stoked about his publicist Danica saying he was doing OK just yesterday now he’s not here anymore… well Jesus has the last word and he say it fit for Bernie to make his peace and be with him…. Bernie I think… besides chris rock and eddie murphey was the only comedians to work with A list celebrities and out shine them… I remember going to see the king of comedy at the movie theater and it was crowded with african americans and we were there laughin… getting out of our seat clapping like we were there at the actual show like one big family….. I know the other comedians are gonna miss him because black comedians are a close group… theyre closer than any other entertainment industry….He was a family man too… R.I.P MR. MAC….. Family…. wife of bernie…. Daughter…. daughters little girl Jazmine stay strong
148.
Tiffany
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
RIP Bernie, you will be missed. You were truly a King of Comedy.
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chrismar
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
R.I.P. Mr.Mac.
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mrs b
Saturday, August 9, 2008 /
man
I think everyone is in shock, He will be missed prayers and thoughts go out to the family.
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