Chris Cotton, the well-known Philadelphia-based comedian, has died at the age of 32. Cotton’s tragic passing was confirmed through various posts on the comedian’s Facebook page on December 11. Cotton’s cause of death has not been made public at the time of writing.

According to Cotton’s LinkedIn page, he was an active comedian, writer, podcaster and vlogger. Cotton had also published a book, “What My Dad Did.”

In the book, Cotton wrote about his father working as an inner-city teacher and striving to be a positive force for the community in South Philadelphia while also trying to work his family out of poverty.

Here’s what you need to know:

1. Cotton Said His Motto Was, ‘If You Stay Ready, You Don’t Have to Get Ready’

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Cotton was a graduate of Cheyney University of Pennsylvania and Bok Edward AVTS. Cotton has appeared on Comedy Central in the past. He regularly appeared at The Comedy Works Bristol and The Raven Lounge. On his Facebook page, Cotton joked, “If you need a writer, I’m right here.”

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Cotton wrote on his Facebook About section, “Comedian Then, Now, and Whenever. Working hard for small victories. So one day, I can work harder for bigger victories.” Cotton wrote in the bio that he began performing stand-up comedy in his home city of Philadelphia. Cotton lists his set topics as being pop culture, current events, being a newlywed, and growing up in the city. Cotton notes that he has worked with some of comedy’s biggest names including Kevin Hart and Hannibal Burress. Cotton gives his favorite quote as, “If you stay ready, You don’t have to get ready.”

2. In Addition to Performing, Cotton Taught at the Philadelphia Comedy College

What I Woulda Did with Chris Cotton – VidCon 2018Chris Cotton asks Cornell Ross, Shan Boody, Rhett & Link, Darius Benson, Dormtainment and Kat Blaque hypothetical questions about sex stories, reparations and more. Subscribe to Comedy Central: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUsN5ZwHx2kILm84-jPDeXw?sub_confirmation=1 Follow Comedy Central: Twitter: https://twitter.com/ComedyCentral Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ComedyCentral Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comedycentral Watch more Comedy Central: https://www.youtube.com/comedycentral Watch full episodes of Comedy Central shows: http://www.cc.com/shows 2018-06-25T21:27:01.000Z

Cotton performed on December 9 at Tattooed Mom’s in Philadelphia. He was due to host a comedy showcase at City Winery in Philadelphia on January 3. In addition to performing, Cotton taught classes at the Philadelphia Comedy College.

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Cotton had appeared in and wrote the TV movie “Diwal’oween” in 2017 as well as writing on the TV show, “Every Damn Day” on Comedy Central in 2018, according to his IMDb page. Variety named Cotton as one of the members of Comedy Central’s Creators Program digital team in April 2018.

3. Cotton Lost His Mother to MS in 2013

23andMe and Ancestry Will Use Your DNA to Clone You – Chris CottonChris Cotton bemoans how South Philly has become gentrified and wonders if 23andMe and Ancestry.com will use DNA samples to clone people. (Contains strong language.) Subscribe to Comedy Central Stand-Up: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw7q4SyOeoCwM1i_3x8lDg?sub_confirmation=1 Watch more Comedy Central Stand-Up: https://www.youtube.com/standup Follow Comedy Central Stand-Up: Twitter: https://twitter.com/standup Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comedycentralstandup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ccstandup Watch full Comedy Central stand-up specials: http://www.cc.com/shows/stand-up #StandUp 2019-02-21T17:00:10.000Z

Cotton told the Philadelphia Voice in January 2015 that he divided his home between Brooklyn and Philly. Cotton described the Raven Lounge has being like a second home as his mother became sicker and sicker. She eventually passed away due to MS in 2013.

4. Cotton’s Wife Is Due to Give Birth to the Couple’s Child in February 2020

Cotton married his wife, Ericalynn, in May 2011. Ericalynn is due to give birth to the couple’s first child in February 2020.

Cotton said in a 2009 interview that he had his first stand-up set while he was in college. Cotton said, “I was booed my entire first set. The second time I went up, I was only booed 75% of the time. When I’m on the stage, I want it to feel like you’re sitting with me at a table at the bar. I want it to come off like a conversation. But it’s going to be a bad conversation because I’m the one doing all the talking.”

5. Cotton’s Death Has Led to an Outpouring of Emotion From His Contemporaries & His Fans

As news of Cotton’s death spread across the comedy world, many of his contemporaries, as well as fans, have taken to social media to express their collective grief. Here are some of the most poignant messages of remembrance:

What a total shit year. Philly lost a great comic and a truly great person. My heart goes out to the family of Chris Cotton and all those close to him. Chris was also about to be a dad. Here’s a link to he and his wife’s Amazon registry:https://t.co/Pf4xk5klfE#ripchriscotton pic.twitter.com/pLszIzePB0 — Michelle Biloon (@biloon) December 11, 2019

We’re devastated by the loss of Chris Cotton – a hilarious comedian, a beloved member of the Comedy Central family and a joy to be around. He will be missed. pic.twitter.com/b7DU4AeGsE — Comedy Central (@ComedyCentral) December 11, 2019

…RIP @Cotton215. 10 years ago I was shakily trying to move out of my neo vaudeville scene comfort zone and work with “real” comedians and his compliments made me feel like I belonged. Always noticed when I put real writing work in. Thank you for everything, man. Rest easy ?. — Hannah Harkness (@Hark_itsHannah) December 11, 2019

I can’t believe I gotta mourn one of my comedy peeps today. @Cotton215 I’m gonna miss you man. I got big love for Philly cuz of you . You looked out and were loyal to anybody who was all about Comedy . Selfless man . One time for the 6 Ft Nothing Crew. Salute. pic.twitter.com/EnXDCwuReT — Nick Alexander (@NickOfComedy) December 11, 2019

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