'America's Got Talent' Star Dies in Tragic Hit-And-Run: Perry Kurtz Was 73

Peter Kurtz, a comedian who gained some spotlight after killing it on America's Got Talent, has died. He was 73. According to TMZ , the reality alum died after he was involved in a "fatal hit-and-run" in Tarzana.

Law enforcement sources confirmed to the outlet that Perry was involved in the fatal collision around 11:20 PM on Thursday night. He was struck by a gray Honda Civic, according to TMZ, and pronounced dead at the scene.

His career did not begin with America's Got Talent , as he had been performing nationwide since the early 1970s and was a headliner at Dangerfield's in New York. The iconic club was named after Rodney Dangerfield and helped a ton of comedians find their major breaks.

He also opened for Robin Williams during his standup shows before he passed in 2014. His America's Got Talent appearance came during season 8 and was cut short after receiving three "No" votes for his rap about the judges. They could've given him a bit of a longer chance, much like old Howard Stern would've done.