Kate Quigley.Photo: Michael Schwartz/WireImage
Comedian Kate Quigley has opened up about her grieving process after surviving asuspected accidental group fentanyl overdosethat killed three people.
Quigley, 39, revealed on Saturday night that she had been released from the hospital and “finally had the time & clarity to put my feelings on paper.”
Quigley was rushed to the hospital last Saturday morning after she and fellow comedians Fuquan “Fu” Johnson and Enrico Colangeli and friend Natalie Williamson suffered accidental overdoses after allegedly using cocaine that had been laced with fentanyl at a party in Venice, California, according toTMZ.
“Fu was a generous, loving soul. He was hilarious, supportive and incredibly authentic with the most infectious spirit. Rico was always filled with enthusiasm & Natalie was so kind and endearing,” Quigley shared. “They each made an indelible mark on my life and the lives of their loved ones. I will miss them.”
She continued, “My heart goes out to their friends and family, and I ask that you keep them in your thoughts.”
The comedian advised fans to “tell your people that you love them every day.”
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“Stay safe. And please don’t take this life for granted. I did, and I never will again,” Quigley vowed in conclusion.
On Thursday, she briefly addressed fans and said she is “still healing physically & mentally,” but noted that the positive messages were “helping.”
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Los Angeles Police Department spokesperson Officer Mike Lopez told theLos Angeles Timesthat there “was no indication of foul play” in the incident involving the four friends.
Enrico Colangeli.Enrico Colangeli/instagram
A memorial for comedians Johnson, 42, and Colangeli, 48, will be held at North Hollywood’s Ha Ha Comedy Club where they performed, according toCBS Los Angeles.
“RIP to these legends,” the club wrote in anInstagrampost of the marquee.
If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, please contact the SAMHSA substance abuse helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.
source: people.com
