Revered comedian and writer Charlie Murphy, the older brother of Eddie Murphy, has died after battling leukemia, Breaking Celebrity News has learned.

According to reports, the comic passed away Wednesday morning at a New York City hospital, his manager confirmed, where he had been undergoing chemotherapy treatment. He was 57.

Many fellow comedians and other celebrities have come forward to bid farewells to Murphy already, including Chris Rock, George Lopez, Russell Simmons and many more.