After a year that featured so many setbacks and hardships to the comedy community comes another sad blow. Jeff Scott, who served as the pianist and archivist for The Comedy Store since 1995, has passed away.
Originally from Ohio, Scott had become a welcome presence behind the keys for audiences and comics alike over the last 25 years. It is often said that he knew more about the legendary venue than anyone else. And since news broke this morning, the comedy community have all taken to social media to share some of their favorite memories of Jeff Scott from over the years.
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RIP to @TheComedyStore pillar Jeff Scott. I loved him. I loved his deep appreciation of the history of the Store and before that Ciro’s. I loved improv’ing w him as he played me on and off stage. I loved his laugh. I truly enjoyed his company. I’ll miss him. #RipJeffScott pic.twitter.com/ZEpak8Jkyv
— Steve Byrne (@stevebyrnelive) January 11, 2021
Jeff Scott was not only the house piano player @TheComedyStore he was also my friend. Because I often opened the OR he would introduce me. No matter how many credits I acquired he always brought me up as “she performs regularly here as well as our club in La Jolla California
— Sarah Tiana (@sarahtiana) January 11, 2021
The Comedy Store and all of us who have been lucky to perform there just lost a great friend. The house pianist and Comedy Store historian, Jeff Scott. He was always there. Always smiling. He leaves such a void in our comedy community.
— Fortune Feimster (@fortunefunny) January 11, 2021
Jeff Scott, Comedy Store Legend RIP Jeff was as integral to @thecomedystore as the stage and microphones. He was such a warm, kind person with immense talent. I will truly miss him. One last time, let's give it up for Jeff Scott. pic.twitter.com/ZvZM9Y4e8y
— Michael Kosta (@michaelkosta) January 11, 2021
Really going to miss Jeff Scott. Always a joy to hang with. Goddamn. https://t.co/b0HEIzLlvK
— eddie pepitone (@eddiepepitone) January 11, 2021
Jeff Scott was my favorite person to talk to at @TheComedyStore. He was so warm and welcoming and during those sometimes tough opening Original Room spots his laughter meant everything. Sending love to all who knew him, I will miss him ❤️ pic.twitter.com/AToZZKRdpb
— Giulia Rozzi (@GiuliaRozzi) January 11, 2021
RIP Jeff Scott, pianist at @TheComedyStore. I am gutted. He always made a point to walk over to me and throw me some kind of hilarious shade, then we'd both laugh and hug. I'll miss you, friend
— Matt Braunger (@Braunger) January 11, 2021
I'm truly heartbroken at the passing of @JeffScott101 He was an ENORMOUS part of @thecomedystore you can't think of one without the other. He was talented, kind & of course FUNNY. The Store will never be the same. "Everyone please keep it going for Jeff Scott on the keyboards" pic.twitter.com/pzGq3shW2Q
— Jodi Miller (@JodiMillerComic) January 11, 2021
Shit news. Legendary pianist for @TheComedyStore, Jeff Scott passed away yesterday. He was part of the experience and was always very kind to me. This sucks.
— Kristian Harloff (@KristianHarloff) January 11, 2021
. @TheComedyStore is a more than a standup institution. It is a big part of comedy’s past, present, and god willing, the future. It’s strange, ugly, comfortable and beautiful all at the same time like your favorite sweater. When you put it on it’s comfortable like no
— Nick Youssef (@NickYoussef) January 11, 2021
i wish it wasn’t true! long time pianist and fixture of the comedy store jeff scott is no longer with us. thank you for playing me up to “everything’s coming up roses” every set for the last decade. thank you for the music.
— Esther Povitsky (@littleesther) January 11, 2021
Rest In Peace Jeff Scott 💔💔💔 https://t.co/UTrLh60IkI
— mary lynn rajskub (@MaryLynnRajskub) January 11, 2021
RIP Jeff Scott. You were a beautiful soul, a legendary pianist at @TheComedyStore , a masterful raconteur, a dazzling costumer, and one of the warmest people I’ve ever met. Love you forever.
— Alex Hooper (@HooperHairPuff) January 11, 2021
Terribly sad to hear Jeff Scott has passed away. I just interviewed him at the Comedy Store and he was the nicest guy ever. Rest in Peace buddy. pic.twitter.com/A3O4I3lr4l
— Zak Bagans 🧛🏻♂️ (@Zak_Bagans) January 11, 2021
Just put some MF DOOM rhymes over some Jeff Scott ragtime. I was not ready 😔
— Brian Moses (@racebanning) January 11, 2021
Heartbroken to hear Jeff Scott, the heart & soul of @TheComedyStore, has passed away. Much more than just a piano man; he was the lifeblood of the Original Room & the person I most looked forward to seeing. One more time, huge round of applause for Sunset Jeffrey Scott♥️ pic.twitter.com/d4vde9kF2S
— Mark Ellis (@markellislive) January 11, 2021
Today I learn of the passing of Comedy Store Family member @JeffScott101! This one hurts so badly I can't express it. Jeff Scott was such a huge part of what made the comedy store special. I only hope we can all give him his proper comedy store good bye! I'm devastated right now
— Emperor Elect Sam Tripoli AKA The Fat Dragon (@RoninSamTripoli) January 11, 2021
Rest In Peace to the great Jeff Scott. The soundtrack of @TheComedyStore Jeff was the true best and his voice will live in my heart forever. Love you buddy. Rest easy pic.twitter.com/TkQTTYO7zg
— Kevin Christy (@kevingchristy) January 11, 2021
RIP Jeff Scott. He had the best stories out of anyone at @thecomedystore and the best Halloween costumes too. A kind, sweet man who gave his heart and soul to that club and helped make shows in the Original Room as special as they are.
— Jay Light (@DietJay) January 11, 2021
Just found out Jeff Scott from @TheComedyStore passed away. Like most people in LA, that I know, my friendship with him was complicated. But he definitely was a part of that place and he definitely was a part of my development as a comic. RIP JEFF.
— Thai Rivera (@ThaiRivera) January 11, 2021
Rest In Peace Jeff Scott. Although we only talked a few times over the years you were always so nice & gentle. God bless you and I send my deepest condolences to @TheComedyStore & all his friends. You will always be remembered & loved by so many. ❤️❤️ #ripJeffScott 🎹🙏 pic.twitter.com/oAMiAm9Qk8
— Tommy Godlove (@TommyGodlove) January 11, 2021
WE LOST A PART OF THE COMEDY STORE, WAY TOO SOON, A HUGE HEART ❤️ AND SO FULL OF LIFE, TO KNOW HIM WAS TO LOVE HIM. WHEN HE LAUGHED AT ME ONSTAGE, I KNEW I WAS IN THE BALLPARK. GOD THIS IS SAD. Posted by Brian Holtzman on Monday, January 11, 2021
Jeff Scott good buddy and piano player of the comedy store for many years passed recently he was a great dude always smiling having a great time positive energy I’m in Las Vegas tonight thinking about you buddy rest well and love you very much I will Miss u @TheComedyStore
— Pauly Shore (@PaulyShore) January 12, 2021
OMG MY HOMIE @keithraywood 😘to you boo, found this it’s short but it’s just part of the fun me and @JeffScott101 use to have gonna miss this dude yo!! Our sessions in the back was legendary!! RIP pic.twitter.com/vRHRXG9rQn
— Leslie Jones 🦋 (@Lesdoggg) January 12, 2021