Leslie Jordan was a treasure to people in Chattanooga, Tennessee, his hometown … and now the town plans to honor the late actor, and it is working together with his household to make it occur.
Leslie, who died Tuesday in Los Angeles, is being remembered as “one of many cherished sons of Chattanooga,” in line with a rep for the town … who additionally tells TMZ, Leslie introduced pleasure to the group for a few years.
.@lesliejordan24 will probably be missed by many. He helped a number of individuals via the pandemic together with his uplifting movies and made tens of millions snicker world wide all through his profession. RIP sir. Chattanooga ❤️s you. pic.twitter.com/lrrFdALqNK
— Chattanooga Fire Department (@ChattFireDept) October 24, 2022
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We’re informed one among Leslie’s relations reached out to the town about securing a facility to honor his reminiscence. The metropolis is now partnering with Leslie’s fam to make it occur, by discovering a venue for a memorial service and ensuring to choose a date that works nicely for Leslie’s family members.
We are saddened to listen to of the passing of Leslie Jordan, member of our UTC theater alumni household. Jordan took time in 2020 to share a considerate video message of encouragement to our college students on getting via the pandemic. 💙💛 pic.twitter.com/NNSe1pGBqv
— The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (@UTChattanooga) October 24, 2022
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Chattanooga, we’re informed, can be open to different concepts on how you can finest bear in mind Leslie — among the concepts being kicked round embody renaming a road or constructing in his honor however we’re informed the ultimate name will probably be as much as his household.
Leslie Jordan was a Chattanooga legend and nationwide treasure who introduced pleasure and hope to tens of millions, forsaking an enduring legacy of affection and acceptance. My coronary heart goes out to his household, family members, and lots of devoted followers. Ginny and I mourn his tragic passing with you all. pic.twitter.com/03UuuXm1WO
— Tim Kelly (@MayorTimKelly) October 24, 2022
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The rep tells us Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly knew Leslie since they have been youngsters, after they labored collectively at a neighborhood restaurant … so his ties to the town run deep.
We’re informed Leslie made positive to return to Chattanooga to take part in civic occasions and volunteer with native charities even after his Hollywood success.
TMZ broke the story … Leslie was driving his BMW in Hollywood when investigators imagine he suffered a medical emergency and crashed into the facet of a constructing.
He was on his technique to the “Call Me Kat” set for filming, and we’re informed he had been complaining just lately about shortness of breath.
#RIPLeslieJordan. We are sadden to listen to of the passing of a Chattanooga legend. A real patriot of the Scenic metropolis, lover of our parks and Walnut Street Bridge and a spot Leslie nonetheless referred to as residence. He will probably be missed. Leslie was 67. pic.twitter.com/VXiNcN1jCj
— Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors (@chaparksdept) October 24, 2022
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Back in Chattanooga, we’re informed people are nonetheless in mourning … and the town is making an attempt to stability exhibiting respect for Leslie’s household with being aware of group members who wish to rejoice him.
Leslie’s additionally going to be honored in West Hollywood, the place he frequented eating places and occasional retailers. We’re informed the WeHo metropolis council will adjourn in Leslie’s honor at their subsequent assembly.
West Hollywood Mayor Lauren Meister tells TMZ … “Leslie Jordan was a beloved determine within the metropolis. I used to see him usually on the ‘Big Gay Starbucks,’ the place he entertained everybody in his path. When the City modified out the present parking meters to meters decrease in peak, he boasted that we did it for him. Leslie Jordan was a beautiful, enjoyable, humorous individual. He was one in 1,000,000 — he will probably be missed.”