Tributes Pour in After Former 'Friends' Actor Dies at 54

Fans of the iconic sitcom "Friends" received devastating news this Monday. Longtime actor Nicky Katt has passed away at 54.

Katt started acting in 1980 on "CHiPs" and "Father Murphy" before landing his breakthrough role in Richard Linklater's "Dazed and Confused" in 1993. That led to him appearing in a few other prominent 90s films, such as "A Time to Kill" and "Strange Days." 

In 2000, Katt received recognition for his performance in "Boiler Room." Around that same time, he played Harry Senate in "Boston Public." He appeared in 49 episodes during a three-year span. 

Katt also appeared in "Friends" for an episode titled "The One with the Bullies." Even though it was just a cameo, fans adored his performance. 

With that said, those who watched Katt on "Friends" paid tribute to him once his death was confirmed.

"As much as I hated the character, you can't help but appreciate Nicky Katt's performance as Clint in 'Dazed and Confused.' He did something similar in an episode of 'Friends.' Sad to hear he had passed away. He was one of the greats," one fan wrote on X. 

Another fan said, "Oh man, I’m so sad to hear of Nicky Katt’s death. He was amazing in 'Dazed And Confused' and 'Boiler Room' …… and let’s not forget his epic fight cameo with Chandler and Ross in TV’s 'Friends.'"

"I was just talking to friends a few weeks ago how much I loved Nicky Katt," a third fan commented. "RIP to a real one."

According to TMZ, the "Boiler Room" actor was found dead in his Los Angeles apartment. The belief is that he died by suicide. 

Katt's final TV role came in 2018 on the Hulu series called "Casual." His last film, meanwhile, was "The Sitter" in 2011. 

Our thoughts are with Katt's loved ones.