Ricky Harris, a comedian and actor known for roles on Everybody Hates Chris and Dope, died on Monday. He was 54.

The news was confirmed by his manager Cindy Ambers. The official cause of death is unknown, but Ambers told the Los Angeles Times that Harris suffered a heart attack two years ago.

Harris also worked with Snoop Dogg on his rap albums. Snoop and Ice Cube, among many others, paid their respects on social media.

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Harris is survived by his mother, ex-wife and two daughters.

His last project — the upcoming action flick Check Point — is out Jan. 20.

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