Thanks!
I guess 'well known' is subjective. I don't usually venture into replies (twitter experience is much better if you don't), so going further than that would be an even bigger stretch for me. Even as a joke, seems a little poor taste.
I saw the news earlier. Mostly the replies are what you'd expect, compliments on his work and attempts to rassure he'll not struggle for work. Sympathy and empathy. Then there was this one:
:facepalm:
EDIT for late comers - turns out the reply person is a parody. Supposedly famous, but a lot...