The untimely death of David A. Arnold has sparked a steady stream of social media tributes to and condolences for the comedian who also made a name for himself not only by performing standup but also by screenwriting, producing and creating popular TV series and comedy shows.

Heartbroken to hear about the passing of David Arnold. An incredible comedian with such a pure heart for his family. If you haven’t seen his Netflix specials or his personal material on YouTube, please do so. He was truly special.

— Josiah Williams is Black. (@JDeanWilliams) September 8, 2022

Arnold died on Wednesday at the age of 54. His death was attributed to “natural causes,” Arnold’s family said in a statement shared by Deadline.

Check out David Arnold’s @netflix comedy specials.. he was a comedy genius #rip pic.twitter.com/JmF3A7nzTL

— Loni Love (@LoniLove) September 8, 2022

“It is with great sadness that we confirm the untimely passing of our husband, father, brother and friend, David A. Arnold. David passed away peacefully today in his home and doctors have ruled the cause of death due to natural causes,” Arnold’s family said. “Please keep our family in prayer and respect our privacy at this time, as we are all shocked and devastated by this loss.”

was lucky enough to be in the presence of greatness last night! (Unbeknownst to us) david Arnold’s last show surrounded by some of my favorite comics who were his biggest fans. may he Rest In Peace pic.twitter.com/2Cg3LD9u2Q

— sabrina paige (@mass_appeal_) September 8, 2022

Arnold’s death coincided with the start of his new four-month national comedy tour, which had only begun days earlier.

My wife and I was looking forward to seeing David Arnold in Richmond, VA. We just saw him a couple months ago. I’m a respiratory therapist and my wife is a nurse practitioner we were talking to Mr.Arnold about his years working as a nurse. #DavidArnold pic.twitter.com/NLfeRJjTcI

— Jermaine Jones (@JermaineFBA_79) September 8, 2022

Standup comedy served as Arnold’s starting point for a career that went far beyond telling jokes to an audience. He was able to flip his comedic ability into a career that included writing material for comedy shows like “The Rickey Smiley Show” which aired on TVOne.

I can’t believe David Arnold passed away! Man life is so precious, u better enjoy every single minute of it! Dave was the host of Chocolate Sundays @ The Laugh Factory when I first moved to LA. He was one of the most underrated comedians in the game & wrote for a lot of TV shows pic.twitter.com/r1ORg8jC7f

— ANDRA FULLER (@mrdrefuller) September 8, 2022

Just last week, Arnold credited comedian D.L. Hughley with providing reassuring words of advice that he said ultimately convinced him to stay working in the field.

Devastated by the passing of David Arnold His full interview that he did a mere 4 days before his passing is posted on my IG. Thinking of his beautiful family today. https://t.co/VSnKtc765l

— @tiffanydcross (@TiffanyDCross) September 8, 2022

After he claimed to have bombed during several shows, Arnold said he was unsure about sticking with comedy. But a pep talk from Hughley convinced him otherwise.

David Arnold was going to be the 1st comic in the Laugh Lounge on #SherriShowTV next week! To say @SherriEShepherd & I are devastated by his passing is an understatement!

Prayers up for his family, friends & the entire comedy community! #DavidArnold https://t.co/DoQK2zhwjT

— Jawn Murray (@JawnMurray) September 8, 2022

“And the next thing you know, I was a comedian,” Arnold told Jalen Rose in the former NBA star’s weekly column for the New York Post.

Whenever I heard David Arnold’s name it was always followed by one of the Good Stand up Guys in the Game ..so very often we’re Blessed with Souls in our profession that always remain the Same Genuine Brother no matter the Fame….The Cleveland Cat that put the Class in Act!

— Huggy Lowdown (@HuggyLowdownDC) September 8, 2022

Upon learning of Arnold’s death, Hughley tweeted that it “hits different” and said it was “very very sad.”

This one hits different! So very very sad! RIP #DavidArnold

— DL Hughley (@RealDLHughley) September 8, 2022

Stand-up comedy eventually evolved into Arnold taking his talents to television, where he created and executive produced Nickelodeon’s hit show, “That Girl Lay Lay,” which starred and was about Black teenage girls.

Rip to my fellow comedian David Arnold

— Michael Blackson (@MichaelBlackson) September 8, 2022

“We are shocked and incredibly saddened by the sudden passing of our dear friend and creative partner, David A. Arnold,” Nickelodeon said in a statement. “David was an immense talent and a gifted storyteller with a wide range of fans, from adults through his stand-up, to kids and families through the Nickelodeon show he created and executive produced for us, That Girl Lay Lay. On behalf of everyone at Nickelodeon, we send our thoughts and condolences to his family, his friends and his fans.”

David was an immense talent & gifted storyteller with many fans, from adults through his stand-up, to kids & families through the show he created & exec produced, #ThatGirlLayLay. On behalf of us all at Nickelodeon, we send our thoughts & condolences to his family, friends & fans pic.twitter.com/RZMrjlQWux

— Nickelodeon (@Nickelodeon) September 8, 2022

Arnold is survived by his wife and their two children.

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