Joan Rivers knew how to keep an audience doubled over in laughter — from her antics on the red carpet to her appearances on late-night television. On Thursday, her daughter confirmed in a statement that the comedian and TV personality passed away on Thursday after complications following throat surgery at the age of 81. Beyond her years as a staple on E!, Rivers was a comedy icon always pushing the envelope with her raucous and often raunchy humor. Her legendary performances and appearances will be remembered as some of the funniest moments in television history. Wherever she was, Rivers was always ready to laugh.
