Superstore actor Jon Miyahara has passed away at age 83.
Jon, who played Brett on the comedy show from 2015 to 2021, died on Wednesday, his daughter Pennie Cappasola told People.
His wife, Chiyo, was at his side at the time of his death, Pennie told the outlet.
‘He loved working on Superstore,’ Pennie told the outlet.
Superstore star Colton Dunn appears to have been the first one to break the news as he paid a touching tribute to his co-star on the day of his death.
Colton praised Jon’s ability to ‘speak volumes with just a look’ as he shared photos of his late co-star.
Superstore actor Jon Miyahara has passed away at age 83
‘John Miyahara aka Brett from superstore has sadly passed away. John was a really awesome guy and as a performer could speak volumes with just a look,’ Colton, who played Garrett, wrote in a message posted Wednesday.
‘He was such a memorable part of the Cloud 9 team. It was an honor to know him and work with him. I was lucky enough to meet some of his family and my thoughts are with them. Rest in Peace John.’
In the comments, various members of the Superstore family sent their condolences.
‘Oh man! He was always so sweet! Rest in peace,’ Castmember Kelly Stables, who played Kelly, posted.
‘Oh no, he was literally the sweetest man. Prayers up to his family and loved ones,’ Superstore writer and producer Sierra Teller Ornelas wrote.
‘What an incredible man,’ co-star Irene White wrote.
Irene, who portrayed Carol in the show, also posted to her Instagram Stories, ‘What a wonderful man. (heartbroken emoji)’ along with a photo of Jon.
Superstore actor Colton Dunn confirmed the passing as he paid tribute to Jon on Wednesday, calling it an ‘honor to know and work with him.’
