Remembering Norman Lear: Friends and celebs share stories on social media

I loved Norman Lear with all my heart. He was my second father. Sending my love to Lyn and the whole Lear family.

— Rob Reiner (@robreiner) December 6, 2023

I had the pleasure of spending time with this giant at his home in the Palisades several times. The words “legend” and “icon” get thrown around too much, but this guy was both. RIP, Norman Lear pic.twitter.com/pMpL3Ek8OK

— Kathy Griffin (@kathygriffin) December 6, 2023

The greatest of the greats. R.I.P. Norman Lear. You were loved.

— Albert Brooks (@AlbertBrooks) December 6, 2023

One of the all time great Humanists changed the world by being honest about the love, laughter, and troubles we all share. RIP Norman Lear, progressive King. https://t.co/PYcdfMi3oz

— Mark Ruffalo (@MarkRuffalo) December 6, 2023