Tributes from friends, colleagues and fans of P.J. O'Rourke have been pouring in, following news of the American political satirist and writer's death yesterday.

His publisher, Grove Atlantic, confirmed his passing in a statement shared on social media last night, revealing that O'Rourke died "from complications of lung cancer."

"P.J. was one of the major voices of his generation," commented Morgan Entrekin, CEO and Publisher of Grove Atlantic. "He was also a close friend and partner for more than 40 years. P.J.'s loyalty and commitment to first Atlantic Monthly Press and then Grove Atlantic enabled me to keep the company independent. For that I will forever be in his debt. His insightful reporting, verbal acuity and gift at writing laugh-out-loud prose were unparalleled. From his classics Modern Manners and Parliament of Whores to How the Hell Did This Happen, a result of his dismay at the 2016 election – P.J. kept providing fierce, smart, always amusing reports on the American condition. His passing leaves a huge hole in my life both personal and professional."

Ending the day with some very difficult news about our beloved friend and longtime author @PJORourke.

There will be more to say in the coming days. For now, with immense sadness, we can confirm that P. J. passed away this morning. Please see our statement below. pic.twitter.com/mlqHcMWslI

— Grove Atlantic (@groveatlantic) February 15, 2022

O'Rourke authored more than 20 books throughout his career, including New York Times No.1 best-sellers Parliament of Whores and Give War a Chance. He also served as editor-in-chief of National Lampoon in the '70s, and contributed to the likes of Rolling Stone, Playboy, and Vanity Fair.

Peter Sagal, the host of NPR's Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! – on which O'Rourke was a long-time panelist – has also paid tribute:

"Most well known people try to be nicer than they are in public than they are in private life," Sagal wrote on Twitter. "PJ was the only man I knew to be the opposite. He was a deeply kind and generous man who pretended to be a curmudgeon for public consumption.

"He told the best stories," he continued. "He had the most remarkable friends. And he devoted himself to them and his family in a way that would have totally ruined his shtick had anyone ever found out.

"Like some other people I am, it took him two tries to get marriage right, so he leaves behind a wife, Tina, and three children who are far too young to lose their husband and father. His work was wonderful. His heart was even better. I will miss him terribly."

See more tributes to P.J. O'Rourke below:

A hero and an inspiration. A brilliantly funny, sneaky smart writer and the ideal drinking companion. He did the impossible: he made you laugh at the bad news. Except for today. P. J. O’Rourke. Irreplaceable. pic.twitter.com/KiqKFkwJoH

— Rob Long (@rcbl) February 15, 2022

P.J. O'Rourke, 1947-2022

I was very lucky to have lively and witty colleagues at The Weekly Standard. But P.J. was special. When he came by the office, the fun and wit went up a notch, sparks were in the air, and we all felt a certain joie de vivre. I cherish the memories. pic.twitter.com/cGZtmWQW2d

— Bill Kristol (@BillKristol) February 15, 2022

I hung out with PJ O'Rourke many times at conventions and other Serious Events populated by Serious Journalists; he was excellent company at those things, because he refused to take them seriously. He was a joy to be around. I'll miss him, and I'll miss his voice.

— Dave Barry (@rayadverb) February 15, 2022

P.J. O'Rourke was a brilliant, wonderful guy. Modest, despite his enormous talents. I don't know how he managed to look 45 for his whole life and I cannot believe he is gone.

— Mona Charen (@monacharen) February 15, 2022

Man, P.J. O'Rourke. What horrible news. Just awful. Yeah, he was a unique talent. But he was also just a really good dude. R.I.P.

— Jonah Goldberg (@JonahDispatch) February 15, 2022