Josh Grisetti’s family has launched a GoFundMe to raise money to cover memorial costs after he died by suicide last week.
“Our hearts are deeply broken by the sudden passing of Josh Grisetti last Friday at the age of 44,” a statement on the crowdfunding platform reads.
“Josh was a shining force on Broadway, television, film and academia, leaving an indelible mark on the global creative community.”
“The extraordinary outpouring of love from Los Angeles, New York, Virginia and beyond is a moving testament to the depth of his influence.”
The Broadway star’s loved ones said the funds “will go directly towards Josh’s final arrangements, providing vital support to his family and easing the time-sensitive travel arrangements to bring his family together.”
“Thanks to your generosity, we can focus on grieving and supporting each other rather than navigating administrative burdens,” the GoFundMe reads.
The additional funds will be used “to effectuate the closure and manage immediate end-of-production logistics,” and will be donated to the Entertainment Community Fund, which supports performing arts and entertainment performers and behind-the-scenes workers.
Grisetti’s family concluded, “We are honored to support their mission in Josh’s memory.”
“Thank you so much for contributing, sharing your memories in the comments, or just remembering us.”
The GoFundMe has raised more than $30,000 as of this article, including $3,000 from Broadway Cares and $500 from “Snow White” actress Rachel Zegler.
As Page Six previously reported, Grisetti died by suicide last Friday. He was 44 years old.
The “Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” actor’s friend and fellow Broadway star Rob McClure shared the shocking news on Instagram.
“I’m not even ready to try to understand. My heart goes out to his wife and family who are trying to deal with this reality,” the “Good Fight” actor, also 44, wrote on Instagram, along with a carousel of images of them together.
“Some of my fondest memories are being alongside this man for many years playing my brother on stage, watching him inspire students as he transformed Cal State Fullerton’s musical theater program, and receiving the Male of the Year award at his wedding.”
Days before Grisetti’s death, he announced on Instagram that he was leaving the production of Legally Blonde: The Musical due to “personal reasons.”
The final Instagram post included a photo of the performers holding up their cellphones and a video of them shouting “I love you, Josh!” on stage.
“When the cast and team go through something like this when I have to leave a production for personal reasons before the show’s release…🥹🥹😭,” Grisetti captioned the post.
The “Knights of Prosperity” alum said she “literally cried on the plane” when she was “heartbroken” and said the cast’s “little gestures” helped her.
“I love this group of misfits!!😍😍😍,” he wrote. “Happy opening day, Legally Blonde — @trentinomusicfestival!! I’m so proud of you all. Knock off your pink socks!!”
Josh is survived by his wife of six years, Mackenzie Grisetti;
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this article, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text the Crisis Text Line at 741741.
