Comedian Tony Knight dead at 54 following 'terrible accident'

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Comedian Tony Knight has died following a "terrible accident."

Knight was "tragically killed" in June while attending the Rock’&’Cars Festival in Lavaur, France, a family member told Fox News Digital.

"He was only 54 and having the time of his life," they shared. "He was fit, healthy, happy and had everything going for him. He was charismatic, funny, passionate and so very loved by [his partner] Hayley, his family and his friends all over the world."

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Comedian and "Dog Listener" Tony Knight passed away at the age of 54. (Instagram/tony_knight_comedy)

According to French media reports, a large tree branch fell on top of Knight and several other individuals at the festival, although he was the only one not to survive.

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A large tree branch reportedly fell on Tony Knight, killing him. (Instagram/tony_knight_comedy)

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In addition to being a comedian, Knight was known for his work with dogs as a "Dog Listener."

His website describes Knight as having "helped thousands of dog owners all over the world solve problem dog behavior with simple techniques that use no force, pain, domination, drugs or gadgets." 

Tony Knight passed away in France at the age of 54. (Instagram/tony_knight_comedy)

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Through that work, Knight appeared on several television and radio shows.