Comedian Anthony “AJ” Johnson was remembered Monday by the writers of his movie “Friday,” Ice Cube and DJ Pooh. Shortly after news of Johnson’s death broke, Ice Cube called the late ...

Comedian Anthony “AJ” Johnson was remembered Monday by the writers of his movie “Friday,” Ice Cube and DJ Pooh.

Chris Elise/NBAE via Getty Images Ice Cube paid tribute to his Friday co-star Anthony “AJ” Johnson, who died at age 55, on Monday (Sept. 20).

Today, TMZ reported the death of actor Anthony “AJ” Johnson, who was best known for his roles in Friday and House Party in the 1990s, after he was found unconscious in a store at the age of 55.

“Sad to wake up to the news about AJ Johnson passing away. Naturally funny dude who was straight outta Compton at the same time,” wrote Ice Cube on Twitter.

— Ice Cube (@icecube) September 20, 2021 “AJ was a pure nut…he was a comic’s comic…condolences to his family and friends. Make God laugh, A.J.,” wrote Loni Love.

— Ice Cube (@icecube) September 20, 2021 “AJ was a pure nut…he was a comic’s comic…condolences to his family and friends. Make God laugh, A.J.,” wrote Loni Love.

Anthony Johnson, the actor perhaps best known as Ezell in "Friday," has died at the age of 55, according to reports. Also known as "AJ," he boasted roles in a number of hit feature films ...