Alex Trebek passes away: Ryan Reynolds, Viola Davis & others pay tribute

Alex Trebek, famous for hosting the show Jeopardy!, recently passed away on Sunday. He was 81 years old at the time and was suffering from pancreatic cancer for nearly two years. Since the news, many fans and celebs have taken to social media to mourn Alex Trebek's death and to pay tribute to his memory. Take a look at all the celebs who paid tribute to the late host:

Also Read | Jeopardy! winner breaks down in tears as he thanks Alex Trebek for teaching him English

Alex Trebek tributes

Viola Davis

Actor Viola Davis took to Twitter to pay tribute to the late host. She added in her tweet that Alex was a true gentleman. Her tweet read - 'May flights of angels sing thee to thy rest'. 

Also Read | UK honors war dead in scaled-back Remembrance Sunday service

 Ryan Reynolds 

Actor Ryan Reynolds also took to Twitter to talk about the late host. He added that he was very sad to hear the news and even though the host was suffering cancer, he still managed to make a cameo in one of his films. He added in his tweet - 'We love you, Alex. And Always will'.  

Also Read | Two dead as car tyre bursts on Agra-Lucknow Expressway

Courtney B. Vance

Courtney B. Vance also took to Twitter to share her remorse. She added that she would always be a fan of Alex. She also thanked the late TV host for his spirit of excellence. 

Also Read | Five of family found dead at their residence in West Bengal

Kevin McHale

Actor Kevin McHale also added a few kind words for the late host. He mentioned in his tweet that Alex had left the world a better place. He also thanked the late host. 

George Takei

Actor George Takei paid a sweet tribute to the late host. He mentioned that Alex had brought everyone a lot of knowledge. George also added that his battle with cancer was heroic. 

 Ryan Seacrest

TV host Ryan Seacrest also paid tribute to Alex. He added that Alex was like a family member to him. His tweet finally read - 'Rest In Peace, Alex.' 

Michael Strahan

Michael Strahan also took to Twitter to say a few kind words about the late host. He also added a picture with Alex. His tweet read - 'RIP to one of the sweetest souls I ever had the chance to spend time with'. 

Jimmy Kimmel 

Jimmy Kimmel also added a sweet note for the late host. He mentioned in his tweet that Alex was a very kind gentleman. He finally added 'Rest Well'.  

Ellen DeGeneres

Ellen DeGeneres got a bit emotional after the news. She mentioned in her tweet that Alex was a wonderful man. She added - 'I’m sending love to his family and fans'.

Padma Lakshmi 

Padma Lakshmi shared some of her fond memories of the late host. She mentioned that Alex helped her embrace her own personality. 

Promo Pic Credit: Viola Davis, Ryan Reynolds & Jeopardy's Instagram