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"I have very sad news to report: my best friend dan Gordon-Levitt merged with the Force on Sunday night. It was a tragic accident. I was with him when he passed, and he was not in pain or afraid. If you know details, please don't spread them around on the internet. I'll post when we get memorial plans sorted. There will be a small party on Friday night, and a big beautiful wake when we're ready."
(Tea Fairy)
the best smiles are the ones you lead to 
Cooler than bubblegum!
2,501 posts
Location: Dallas, Texas, USA
*Prays for Tea Faerie in her time of sorrow* The popcorn extends life... The popcorn expands consciousness...
owner of the group property
1,277 posts
Location: Seattle, WA, USA
Wha? Um... Wow... I'm really, really sorry to hear this.
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Cooler than bubblegum!
2,501 posts
Location: Dallas, Texas, USA
It was on FB SE
The popcorn extends life... The popcorn expands consciousness...
270 posts
No
Classically British
5,689 posts
Location: Epsom, Surrey, England
He was awesome
Burner of Toast
Spinner of poi
Slacker of enormous magnitude
Still wiggling
5,967 posts
Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland (UK)
Oops... didn't see this... and posted in Social Discussion...
Getting to the other side 
Unofficial Chairperson of Squirrel Defense League
4,061 posts
Location: South Africa
Hardly a problem, Clare.
Never met him or talked to him, but the bit I have seen of his spinning makes me sad that I will not see more.
It always looked like he was enjoying it so much, and it sounds like that was his approach to life as well.
'We're all mad here. I'm mad, you're mad." [said the Cat.]
"How do you know I'm mad?" said Alice.
"You must be," said the Cat, "Or you wouldn't have come here."
- Lewis Carroll, Alice's Adventures In Wonderland
Mistress of Pink...Multicoloured
6,140 posts
Location: Over There, United Kingdom
He was an amazing, beautiful soul. I am thankful for the many memories I have
x
Never pick up a duck in a dungeon...
addict
474 posts
Location: Australia
definatly deserves 2 threads
sticks and stones my break my bones, but ski patrol will save me.
journeyman
88 posts
Location: USA
hmm
Geek
1,261 posts
Location: Manchester, UK
I don't think I ever met Dan but a lot of people on my FB friends list obviously have.
It is always sad to lose a member of the community. The effects spread far beyond the immediate group of close friends.
My thoughts go out to those who have lost someone that obviously brought so much happiness to so many people.
ZORT!
3,045 posts
Location: Brisbane, Australia
oh man... just came here after i heard on the conclave email list. am gutted. one of the most funny, quirkiest, centred, creative, beautiful men ive ever met.
merging with the force - thats the best possible way to describe his spirit.
D.
"Here kitty kitty...." - Schroedinger.
just lost .... evil init
2,474 posts
Location: Adelaide, Australia
https://www.burncast.tv/2010/10/amazing-new-video-by-1ml-entitled-rip.html
Dan was a truly exceptional person with an inspirational outlook on life
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourself, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous and talented? Who are you NOT to be?
Pooh-Bah
2,444 posts
Location: Bristol !!!!!!, United Kingdom
RIP Dan.
Gayle.....!
577 posts
Location: Oregon, USA
Wow, I haven't been to this site in years. But it is here that I first learned of Dan and, like many of you, have been touched by his presence in the community over the years.
RIP Dan, you were definitely loved.
Peace,
-Sui
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multiplex
611 posts
Location: somewhere..., Germany
just in shock again.....RIP.....and say hi to maggie;)
- Ho Sa -
kisses & peace & love to beautiful madges
*rever le temps le prendre*
Basu gasu bakuhatsu - because sometimes buses explode
1,584 posts
Location: Angels Landing, USA
Good to see Durbs is still around here. (I think I have you and Suibom and Claire on FB?)
I guess most of us are all up on Facebook now, posting our sadness when the news was leaked.
Watermelon Dan will be sorely missed, one of the greatest guys I've had the pleasure of spending time and spinning with.
EDIT: And I will NEVER FORGET when he got two hot girls to put tigerbalm on my nipples my first Firedrums.
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Mistress of Pink...Multicoloured
6,140 posts
Location: Over There, United Kingdom
It is a shame that it takes such an 'event' (for lack of a better word) to get back in contact with friends.
Never pick up a duck in a dungeon...
.:*distracted by shiny things*:.
3,777 posts
Location: brizvegas, Australia
for tea fairie, & dan's family & more for everyone who got to meet & spin with him... do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and good to eat!
if at first you do succeed, try not to look too astonished!
smile! :grin: it confuses people!
15,417 posts
Location: South Wales
Originally Posted By: Spanner...wtf.
6,650 posts
the best smiles are the ones you lead to
All High Dude, Ruler of What You Want
2,280 posts
Location: Trenton, MI, USA
I feel so sorry for Tea Fairie. I hope she is doing ok
The only luck is bad luck.
Shut up before I stall my poi up your ass 
Pooh-Bah
1,848 posts
Location: Adelaide, SA, Australia
seems to be a lot of people popping back in here after a long leave of absence... myself included.
I never met Dan, but I've heard many stories, particularly ones involving tiger balm. My condolences to all who knew him.
"i am exotic, and must keep my arms down" - Rougie
"i don't understand what penises have to do with getting married" - Foxie
Hunting robot foxes
1,046 posts
Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England (UK)
Working hard to be a wandering hippie layabout. Ten years down, five to go!
All High Dude, Ruler of What You Want
2,280 posts
Location: Trenton, MI, USA
Is there any news yet about how he died? I'm sure we're all curious.
The only luck is bad luck.
Shut up before I stall my poi up your ass
b...bal...lence?....
370 posts
Location: Northern Beaches, Sydney, Australia
Also in the coming-back-to-hop-after-years group.
Heard about this when meeting some spinners last night. Sad day indeed
In tribute, tiger balm was applied
Hugs to all who need them!
stranger
1 post
Location: Germany
I´m not curious, I´m just sorry, thankfull, impressed and inspired. Thanx burning dan - carpe awesome.
Poi up your life...
lurking like a ninja with no camouflage..
926 posts
Location: over yonder, New Zealand
So sorry to hear the news, I never met him, but was inspired by him, hugs and love to everyone Xx
on spam robots - "Burn the robot! Melt him down, and then we can make lots and lots of money from his shiiiny juices!"
Owned by Brenn
owner of the group property
1,277 posts
Location: Seattle, WA, USA
As a tribute to Dan I brought a jar of tiger balm to the last Seattle tech spinners jam; many of the people there had just been to the Pacific Fire Gathering where they'd met Dan for the first time. The balm got used.
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406 posts
Location: Oxford, UK
I met Dan about 6 years ago, only in passing, and I still tell stories about him. Love and hugs to you all.
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