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(Gossip-Grind) Dick Gregory Dead At 84:

Comedian and civil rights activist Dick Gregory, who broke racial barriers in the 1960s and used his humor to spread messages of social justice and nutritional health, has died. He was 84. Gregory died late Saturday in Washington, D.C. after being hospitalized for about a week. He had suffered a severe bacterial infection. Gregory’s death was confirmed on social media by his family.

“It is with enormous sadness that the Gregory family confirms that their father, comedic legend and civil rights activist Mr. Dick Gregory departed this earth tonight in Washington, DC.,” his son Christian Gregory wrote.

It is with enormous sadness that the Gregory family confirms that their father, comedic legend and civil rights activist Mr. Dick Gregory departed this earth tonight in Washington, DC. The family appreciates the outpouring of support and love and respectfully asks for their privacy as they grieve during this very difficult time. More details will be released over the next few days – Christian Gregory

A post shared by Dick Gregory (@therealdickgregory) on Aug 19, 2017 at 7:24pm PDT

Many have taken to social media to pay their respect.

RIP to the Great Dick Gregory 🙏🏽

A post shared by Big Boi (@therealbigboi) on Aug 19, 2017 at 9:13pm PDT

Baba once told me, "Don't be too attached to wether others understand you. Be understanding. You wear a special pair of goggles that you can never take off and no one else can ever wear." -Master Dick Gregory Thank you. I am managing well here, because of you.

A post shared by THE UNICORN (@erykahbadu) on Aug 19, 2017 at 10:34pm PDT

#RIPDICKGREGORY THANK YOU FOR ALL THAT YOUVE DONE. #blackexcellence

A post shared by Diddy (@diddy) on Aug 19, 2017 at 9:46pm PDT

RIP to the God father we appreciate all the knowledge and laughter that he gave us over the years!!#legend 🙏🏾🙏🏾#thegreatdickgregory

A post shared by Mike Epps (@eppsie) on Aug 19, 2017 at 10:12pm PDT

"If all you can do is judge a person by their appearance, because you don’t have the spirit to judge someone from within, you’re in trouble.” – Dick Gregory #RIP It was a privilege to build with this God on and off the air. What A Life!!!! 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

A post shared by Charlamagne Thagod (@cthagod) on Aug 19, 2017 at 7:58pm PDT

I got us from here OG…..

A post shared by lilduval (@lilduval) on Aug 19, 2017 at 7:24pm PDT

#ripdickgregory🙏🏾. True legend,trailblazing comedian and outspoken leader of the causes, advocate for better nutrition in black communities. He was tough on me (my character in Barbershop) and anybody he felt offended the culture. I appreciated him for that, helped me see things another way. Rest In Peace sir.

A post shared by Cedric The Entertainer (@cedtheentertainer) on Aug 19, 2017 at 8:40pm PDT

I still remember calling you for advice on what I should be doing & how to lead the generation during these times. Same call I remember you cussing me out telling me I "ain't know shit!!!" like it was yest. An odd exchange for me to say the least but It was a blessing to meet,speak with,&learn from such an honest,iconic man of wisdom & passion like you. I thanked you then as I'm thanking you now for all of your many sacrifices for our people. Thank you for challenging us & teaching us at the same time. Your efforts weren't in vain. We'll forever remember all your contributions to the culture. Rest easy knowing you did your part. 🙏🏽RIP DICK GREGORY🙏🏽

A post shared by TIP (@troubleman31) on Aug 19, 2017 at 9:01pm PDT