Following news of the tragedy, 20th Century Fox, the flagship studio producing 9-1-1, shared a statement.
“On behalf of the studio and everyone at 9-1-1,” the statement, shared to The Hollywood Reporter, read. “We send our sincere and deepest condolences to Rico Priem’s family and friends.”
Shortly after his death, Priem’s colleague Nina Moskol also issued a statement mourning his loss, noting he was so close to retirement.
“He had his already rich life planned for retirement, including spending time with his wife, watching his grand-nephew grow, riding his beloved Harley, and even gripping still to stay connected to his friends,” she wrote. “He was so jazzed about what he had learned about retiring.”
Moskol concluded by speaking to her fellow crew members.
“The two most dangerous parts of our days are getting to work, and getting home,” she added. “Please stay safe out there.”
