Michael McCarthy, a former writer on Saturday Night Live has died from a long battle with cancer. He was 61.
The Chicago Sun Times reported that he died on Wednesday at his home in Chicago’s North Side.
He went on to star in multiple Second City shows in the late ’80s and early ’90s, for which he earned a Primetime Emmy nomination.
They confirmed his death in among tribute to the late icon.
“Michael was extraordinarily smart, talented and kind,” Second City said in a statement, noting cancer was the cause of death.
“He was someone you always enjoyed being with, and you felt better about yourself and the world when you were given the pleasure of his gracious company.
“Michael had true wit, and his writing felt effortless in its beauty and intelligence.”
