Famed actor, comedian, and author Richard Belzer passed away on Wednesday at the age of 78. His death was officially confirmed by former Late Show with David Letterman writer Bill Scheft. Belzer’s last words were, “F--- you, motherf---er”. He died at his home in Bozouls, in Southwest France.

Belzer had suffered from a myriad of health problems—including conquering testicular cancer in 1983, which inspired his 1997 HBO comedy special Another Lone Nut, and surviving a chokehold by celebrity guest Hulk Hogan on the Richard Belzer Show.

Fellow comedians, actors, and other industry professionals have since taken to Twitter to commemorate and celebrate the life of Richard Belzer.

"Richard Belzer's detective John Munch is one of television's iconic characters," said Dick Wolf, creator and executive producer of Law & Order: SV