The Baltimore-based comedian, 52, was shot and killed in a shocking incident in Southaven, Mississippi. A suspect has been taken into custody, and tributes are pouring in from fellow comedians and his family, who are requesting privacy.
August 25, 2025: The comedy world is mourning the loss of Baltimore-based comedian Reginald Carroll, who was tragically shot and killed at the age of 52 in Southaven, Mississippi, on Wednesday, August 20. Authorities have confirmed that a suspect has been arrested and charged with his murder.
According to the Southaven Police Department, officers responded to a shooting call on Burton Lane and found Carroll with gunshot wounds. Despite life-saving efforts by officers and medical personnel, he succumbed to his injuries at the scene. In an update shared on Saturday, police announced that a male suspect was in custody and had been charged, though his name was not released. “Our thoughts are with the family of Mr. Carroll,” the statement read. “Thank you to the community for their patience and understanding.” The investigation is ongoing.
The news has been met with an outpouring of grief from the comedy community. Comedian and actress Mo’Nique paid an emotional tribute to Carroll on social media, calling him her “brother in comedy” and remembering their “amazing time” on tour together. She urged her followers to “treat people the best you can because you never know if you’ll get a chance to see them again.”
Baltimore’s Mobtown Comedy Club also honored Carroll, an influential figure in the local scene, with a post that read, “Rest in power @comedianreggiecarroll, thank you for being one of the OGs who supported us early on.”
Carroll, known to his fans as the “Knockout King of Comedy,” had a long career in stand-up, with television appearances on shows like Showtime at the Apollo and a self-produced special, Knockout Kings of Comedy. His brother, Jonathan Carroll, has requested privacy for the family as they navigate this difficult time.