LOS ANGELES - George Carlin, the frenzied performer whose routine "Seven Words You Can Never Say On Television" led to a key Supreme Court ruling on obscenity, has died.

Carlin, who had a history of heart trouble, went into St. John's Health Center in Santa Monica on Sunday afternoon complaining of chest pain and died later that evening, said his publicist, Jeff Abraham. He had performed as recently as last weekend at the Orleans Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas. He was 71.

Really sad to hear this--loved his comedy. prayers for his family

Oh, wow. We really have to take advantage of everyday we are given.

I heard that this morning. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.

I heard that this morning, you just never know......

Sad, he was one of the better comedians.
Prayers to his family.

I was really said to learn this. I loved George Carlin. I liked him. I remember when I was little, sneaking and listening to my mom's records.
My mom met him a couple of times because one of her friends dated his brother for a while. She said he was a very nice person.
RIP George

Wow so sad. He was a good comedian. Sending prayers to his family. RIP George.

That is sad. I just loved to watch him. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

this man was FUNNY!!! And he said things that someone in thier right mind wouldn't say...(and sometimes it needs to be said!)he will be missed!