Chuy Bravo was the lovable sidekick to Chelsea Handler on her late night E Show, Chelsea Lately. Sadly he died this weekend of still unknown causes. He was in Mexico City when he had stomach pains and was taken to the hospital where he passed away.
Chelsea took to social media last night to express her love for the little man and her joy of knowing him.
“I loved this nugget in a big way, and I took great pleasure in how many people loved him as much as I did and do. @chuybravo gave us so much laughter and I’ll never forget the sound of his laughter coming from his office into mine. Or his “business calls” with his “business manager,” or his shoe rack with all his children-sized shoes. I’ll never forget him coming to Christmas with my family one year in the Florida keys, and when my niece who was 5 or 6 at the time—saw him, she ran in the other direction saying she was scared. My sister and I were mortified and were apologizing to Chuy, who told us,”it’s ok, lots of little kids get scared when they see big kids coming their way.” I love you, Chuy!”
A number of celebs replied to the post with the sympathies:
juliettelewis
So very sorry for your loss. thank you for sharing. ??
busyphilipps
I’m so sorry to hear this, Chelsea.?? I’m sending you and all his friends and family love.
therealdebramessing
Oh no! I’m so sorry Chelsea.
katebeckinsale
Oh noooooo. So sorry sending huge love xx
dianekruger
Oh no ! I’m so sorry Chelsea… I loved him too ?
bridgeteverett
Such sad news. I’m so sorry, Chelsea.
cazziedavid
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