Comedian George Carlin died at 5:55PM last night in a Santa Monica, California hospital.  He died of Heart Failure.

Apparently Carlin was complaining of chest pains Sunday afternoon when he admitted himself to the hospital. He has had heart trouble in the past, but was performing just last weekend in Las Vegas.

In the 1970’s, Carlin became popular for his unpredictable performances. He was arrested in 1972 for uttering “Seven Words You Can Never Say on Television”. See George Carlin Mugshot.

R.I.P George Carlin (1937 - 2008)

Here are some other stories about George Carlin’s passing:

Award-winning comedian George Carlin dies - CNN

F***, George Carlin’s Dead - TMZ

George Carlin Has Died - ET Online