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Harry Anderson, 'Night Court' star, dies at age 65


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Harry Anderson, the "Night Court" star who made Asheville, N.C. his home, has died at age 65 at his home, Asheville police confirm.

The actor, comedian and magician starred in the 1980s-1990s sitcom "Night Court." When the news of his death was released, Anderson began trending on Twitter on Monday evening.

Anderson also made several appearances on "Saturday Night Live" but was best known for playing the character of Judge Harry T. Stone in the TV series "Night Court."

He relocated to Asheville from New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina.

TMZ reports the actor also appeared on "Cheers" and even starred in his own sitcom called "Dave's World." Most recently, Anderson appeared in shows such as "30 Rock" and "Son of the Beach."

No foul play is suspected in his death.Anderson's son tells TMZ the actor died of natural causes.

Harry Anderson leaves behind a wife and two children.

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