The show aired from 2011 to 2018, revolving around quirky teacher Jessica Day (Zooey Deschanel) after she moves into a Los Angeles loft with three men.
Combining comedy and drama, the series follows the group as they deal with relationship issues and career choices.
Now, New Girl stars have been left devastated after hearing of the loss of one of its stars.
Paying tribute online, one fan writes: “Rest in peace and well wishes to the family and loved ones.”
Another adds: “Prayers for his family.”
“Rest in peace,” a third person simply says.
Somebody else pens: “He was such a sweet guy in everything he played.”
Peter Navy Tuiasosopo was an American actor and professional gridiron football player.
