I never really watched Seinfeld but remember him in Everybody Loves Raymond and he made me laugh in that. RIP.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/02/18/arts/television/18lesser.html
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/02/18/arts/television/18lesser.html
Veteran Seinfeld actor Len Lesser dies, aged 88
Sad loss: Len Lesser has died, aged 88
Len Lesser, the actor best known for his role as Uncle Leo on Seinfeld, has died, aged 88.
The actor's family said in a statement that Lesser died from cancer related pneumonia in Burbank, California.
'Heaven got a great comedian and actor today,' his daughter Michele said in the statement.
'The outpouring of sympathy we've already received has been amazing and is so greatly appreciated.
'Thank you to all the people who helped make my father's last journey special and surrounded with love.'
Uncle Leo was a favourite among fans for his eccentric personality on the hit comedy series, along with his catchphrase 'Jerry, hello.'
Born Leonard King Lesser in New York on December 3 1922, he graduated from the City College of New York in 1942 with a degree in economics and government.
After serving in the Army during WWII, he studied acting in New York and moved to Los Angeles in 1954.
He went on to star in TV shows including Get Smart, The Munsters and The Monkees, more recently appearing in ER, Everybody Loves Raymond and Castle.
His film credits include Kelly's Heroes, Birdman of Alcatraz and Death Hunt.
Lesser is survived by his daughter, Michele; son David; daughter-in-law Julie; and grandchildren, Jonathan, Kayla, and Mayah.
Fan favourite: Len began in the role of Seinfeld's eccentric Uncle Leo in the second season of the show
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