Jerry Stiller

Description: (Known for His Role on the Sitcom 'Seinfeld' and the Comedy Series ‘The King of Queens’)

Gerald Isaac Stiller famously known as Jerry Stiller is an American comedian and actor. He is best known for his portrayal of the character Frank Costanza in the NBC sitcom ‘Seinfeld’. He is also known for his perfectly timed dialogues and his thick New York accent. His role as Arthur Spooner on the CBS comedy series ‘The King of Queens’ earned him worldwide appreciation. He also appeared in a number of television movies such as ‘The Other Woman’ and ‘How Murray Saved Christmas’. Apart from performing comedies on television, he has also appeared in many movies. Some of his movies are The Ritz, Nadine, Hot Pursuit, Zoolander and Zoolander 2. He is the father of actor, comedian Ben Stiller and actress Amy Stiller. Jerry has starred in several movies with his children throughout their respective careers. Famous for his unique yelling, angry, and loud acting style, Stiller worked predominantly in the comedy genre with his wife, Anne Meara. The two were known for their comic timing and performed together in several television shows. Throughout his career, Jerry has played several neurotic and comic characters.

Overview

Birthday June 8, 1927 (Gemini)
Born In United States
Alternative names Gerald Isaac Stiller
Height 165 cm
City Brooklyn, New York City
Died on May 11, 2020
Spouse/Ex- Anne Meara (m. 1954–2015)
Parents
Children Amy Stiller, Ben Stiller
Relatives Arnold Stiller, Doreen Stiller, Maxine Stiller

Did you know

What are some of Jerry Stiller's most memorable roles in TV shows and movies? Some of Jerry Stiller's most memorable roles include Frank Costanza on "Seinfeld" and Arthur Spooner on "The King of Queens."
Did Jerry Stiller ever write a book? Yes, Jerry Stiller co-wrote a humorous memoir with his wife called "Married to Laughter."
Was Jerry Stiller involved in any comedy partnerships during his career? Yes, Jerry Stiller was part of the comedy duo Stiller and Meara with his wife Anne Meara.
Which famous comedians did Jerry Stiller collaborate with over the years? Jerry Stiller collaborated with comedians like Ben Stiller, his son, as well as Larry David and Kevin James.
Did Jerry Stiller have a unique approach to his comedic acting style? Yes, Jerry Stiller was known for his energetic and eccentric comedic acting style that often involved physical humor and improvisation.
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