seinfeld remains one of the most

influential and beloved sitcoms of all

time Known for its sharp humor quirky

characters and everyday situations that

became unforgettable TV

moments Today we’ll take a look at the

legendary cast then and now reveal their

real names ages and surprising stories

We’ll also remember the talented actors

who are no longer with us Don’t forget

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favorite moments in the comments

Let’s get

started Jerry Stiller portrayed Frank

Costanza the fiery and unpredictable

father whose explosive rants and odd

habits brought unforgettable humor to

the series He was 66 years old when he

first took on the role in

1993 Stiller passed away on May 11th

2020 at the age of 92 from old age

Before joining the cast he was already

well known for his comedy duo with his

wife Anne Meera and had a long career in

film and television His portrayal of

Frank with perfect comedic timing and

unmatched energy became one of his most

iconic

performances Stiller’s legacy lies on

through his many roles and the lasting

joy he brought to audiences

Estelle Harris portrayed Estelle

Costanza the loud and overbearing mother

whose shrill voice and fiery temper made

her instantly memorable He was 64 years

old when she first took on the role in

1992 Harris passed away on April 2nd

2022 at the age of 93 from natural

causes Originally from New York she

began her career in commercials before

moving into film and television And

known for her animated delivery and

perfect comedic timing she brought a

unique energy to every scene In addition

to this role she voiced Mrs Potato Head

in the Toy Story films earning praise

from a new generation of fans Her

performances full of life and humor left

a lasting impression and made her a

beloved figure in comedy

Barney Martin portrayed Morty Seinfeld

the thrifty and opinionated father whose

spirited arguments and dry humor added

charm to the show He was 67 years old

when he first appeared in

1991 Martin passed away on March 21st

2005 at the age of 82 after battling

bladder cancer A New York native he

served in World War II and worked as a

police detective before entering show

business He later found success in film

television and on stage notably

originating the role of Amos Hart in the

Broadway musical

Chicago His portrayal of Morty full of

wit and fatherly stubbornness made him a

fan favorite As with his unique

background in comedic presence Martin

left a lasting legacy in both comedy and

acting Liz Sheridan portrayed Helen

Seinfeld the doting and protective

mother whose gentle humor and unwavering

loyalty brought warmth to every scene

She was 61 years old when she first

appeared in

1990 Sheridan passed away on April 15th

2022 at the age of 93 from natural

causes Born in New York she began her

career as a dancer and singer before

transitioning into acting Prior to this

role she was known for playing the nosy

neighbor on the sitcom Alf Her

performance as Helen full of maternal

affection and subtle comedy resonated

with audiences and became one of her

most recognized roles Sheridan’s long

career across stage and screen left a

lasting impression earning her a special

place in television history

Len Leser portrayed Uncle Leo the

enthusiastic and medalsome relative

whose booming greetings and quirky

behavior added humor to the show He was

68 years old when he first appeared in

1991 Lesser passed away on February 16th

2011 the age of 88 due to complications

from cancer related pneumonia

Born in the Bronx in 1922 he served in

the US Army during World War II before

embarking on a prolific acting career

Known for his roles in films like

Kelly’s Heroes and the Outlaw Josie

Wales as well as numerous television

appearances Leser’s portrayal of Uncle

Leo and with his memorable catchphrase

and comedic timing became a fan favorite

His performance continues to be

celebrated by audiences cementing his

place in television

history Philip Baker Hall portrayed

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Lieutenant Joe Bookman the intense and

deadpan library investigator whose

single appearance became one of the

show’s most memorable moments He was 60

years old when he took on the role in

1991 Hall passed away on June 12th 2022

the age of 90 from complications related

to emphyma

Born in Ohio he began acting later in

life and gained critical acclaim for

roles in films like Hardight Magnolia

and Secret Honor His performance as

Bookman delivered with a mix of gravitas

and dry humor became an instant fan

favorite and known for his commanding

presence and versatility Hall left

behind a rich legacy in both television

and film

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Renie Santon portrayed Poppy the

eccentric and unhygienic restaurant

whose antics brought both humor and

discomfort to the series He was 56 years

old when he first appeared in

1994 Santony passed away on August 1st

2020 at the age of 82 after a prolonged

illness born in New York City in 1938 to

French and Spanish parents He began his

career in off Broadway theater before

transitioning to film and television

He gained recognition for his role as

Inspector Chico Gonzalez in Dirty Harry

1971 and appeared in numerous films and

TV shows over five decades His portrayal

of Poppy with its blend of charm and

chaos left a lasting impression on

audiences Santony’s diverse body of work

continues to be celebrated by fans and

peers

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alike Richard Herd portrayed Mr Wilhelm

the earnest and often bewildered Yankees

executive who supervised George Castanza

with a mix of authority and confusion He

was 62 years old when he first appeared

in

1995 Herd passed away on May 26th 2020

at the age of 87 due to complications

from colon cancer Born in Boston in 1932

he began his acting career on stage

before transitioning to film and

television

Beyond this role he was known for

performances in All the President’s Men

The China Syndrome and Get Out as well

as recurring roles in science fiction

series like V and Star Trek: Voyager in

his portrayal of Mr Willil Helm marked

by comedic timing and a distinctive

presence remains a memorable part of

television history

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Ruth Cohen portrayed Ruthie Cohen the

quiet yet everpresent cashier at Monk’s

Cafe whose consistent presence added a

touch of familiarity to the series She

was 62 years old when she first appeared

in

1992 Cohen passed away on August 23rd

2008 at the age of 78 due to a heart

attack Born in the Bronx New York she

began her acting career in the 1980s

after being widowed following a 32-year

career as a school teacher Although

often uncredited she appeared in 101

episodes making her the most frequent

guest actor on the show Her character

though mostly silent became a beloved

fixture in the background of many scenes

Cohen’s dedication and subtle

performances left a lasting impression

highlighting the importance of every

role in creating a memorable television

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experience Jerry Seinfeld portrayed a

fictionalized version of himself a

stand-up comedian navigating everyday

life with humor and wit He was 35 years

old when he first appeared in the role

in 1989

Now 70 years old Seinfeld remains a

prominent figure in comedy Known for his

sharp observational humor and enduring

influence on the genre After the show

ended he continued to perform standup

created the popular series Comedians in

Cars Getting Coffee and maintained a

strong presence in the entertainment

world His performance marked by dry

delivery and impeccable timing helped

define a generation of television comedy

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Julia Louie Drifus portrayed Elaine

Beans a confident witty and independent

woman who brought sharp humor and energy

to every scene She was 28 years old when

she first appeared in the role in

1989 Now 64 years old Louis Drifus has

built a highly successful career in

television and film earning critical

acclaim and numerous awards After the

show she starred in several hit series

including VEP where her performance

received widespread praise Her portrayal

of Elaine remains one of the most iconic

roles in TV history showcasing her

impeccable comedic timing and strong

screen

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presence Michael Richards portrayed

Cosmo Kramer the eccentric and

unpredictable neighbor known for his

wild entrances and quirky

ideas He was 40 years old when he first

took on the role in 1989

Now 75 years old Richards became widely

recognized for his unique physical

comedy and unforgettable

performance After the show ended he took

on a few acting roles but largely

stepped away from the spotlight Despite

later controversies his portrayal of

Kramer remains one of the most

distinctive characters in television

history Remembered for his odd charm

physical humor able and unpredictable

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antics Jason Alexander portrayed George

Castanza a neurotic insecure yet

hilariously relatable character inspired

by the show’s

co-creator He was 30 years old when he

first appeared in the role in 1989

Now 65 years old Alexander has continued

to work steadily in television film and

theater earning praise for his

versatility and comedic skill His

performance as George filled with

expressive gestures and rapid fire

dialogue became a fan favorite and a

defining role of his career Outside of

acting he’s also directed and lent his

voice to various projects remaining

active in the entertainment industry

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Wayne Knight portrayed Newman the sneaky

and sarcastic mailman who often clashed

with Jerry in humorous ways He was 34

years old when he first appeared in the

role in

1992 Now 68 years old Knight is known

for his distinctive voice and strong

comedic presence In addition to his work

on the show he has appeared in numerous

films and TV series including memorable

roles in Jurassic Park and Third Rock

from the Sun and his portrayal of Newman

with exaggerated expressions and

dramatic flare left a lasting impression

and remains a beloved part of his acting

legacy Larry David was the co-creator of

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the series and served as headwriter and

executive producer for much of its run

He was 42 years old when the show first

aired in

1989 Now 77 years old David is

celebrated for his sharp dry humor and

unique writing style Though he mostly

stayed behind the scenes he occasionally

appeared as the voice of George’s boss

and made brief

cameos After the series he gained

further acclaim for creating and

starring in Curb Your

Enthusiasm His work continues to

influence modern comedy known for its

clever observations and uncomfortable

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honesty John Ourly portrayed Jay

Peterman Elaine’s eccentric and overly

dramatic boss with a flare for

storytelling and grand gestures

He was 41 years old when he first

appeared in the role in

1995 Now 70 years old O’Hururley has

built a diverse career spanning acting

voice work writing and game show hosting

His distinctive voice and polished

delivery made Jay Peterman a standout

character adding a unique blend of humor

and sophistication to the series Beyond

acting he is widely recognized as the

longtime host of Family Feud and for his

memorable participation in Dancing with

the Stars showcasing his charisma and

versatility across various entertainment

platforms His presence continues to

resonate with fans reflecting both his

charm and professionalism

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Patrick Warbertton portrayed David Putty

Elaine’s deadpan confident and sometimes

oddly charming boyfriend known for his

deep voice and quirky

mannerisms He was 30 years old when he

first took on the role in

1995 Now 60 years old Warbertton has

enjoyed a thriving career in both

liveaction and voice acting

He gained recognition for roles in

popular shows like The Tick and as the

iconic voice of Kron in the Emperor’s

New Groove His portrayal of Putty with a

trademark monotone delivery in hilarious

oneliners became a fan favorite adding a

memorable and often unpredictable

dynamic to the series Warbertton’s

continued work highlights his broad

range combining comedy with distinctive

character work that endear him to

audiences

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Heidi Swedberg portrayed Susan Ross

George Costanza’s fiance’s awkward and

unpredictable relationship with him

added humor and depth to the series She

was 23 years old when she first appeared

in the role in

1992 Now 58 years old Swedberg gradually

stepped away from acting after the show

ended choosing to focus on her passion

for music She performs as a ukulele

player and singer carving out a quieter

but creative career path Her portrayal

of Susan especially the surprising and

memorable twist in her storyline remains

one of the most discussed moments in the

series Though her screen time was

relatively limited Swedberg left a

lasting impression with her subtle

comedic timing and the calm contrast she

provided to George’s chaotic

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personality Richard Fancy portrayed Mr

Litman Elaine’s quirky often confused

and slightly awkward boss at the J

Berman Catalog He was 51 years old when

he first appeared in the role in

1995 Now 79 years old Fancy has enjoyed

a lengthy and steady career across

television and film frequently taking on

comedic and character parts that

highlight his

adaptability His performance as Mister

Lipman with moments of bumbling

absurdity and dry humor added an

additional layer of comedy to the series

Over the years Fancy has appeared in

numerous popular TV shows consistently

demonstrating his skills as a reliable

and versatile character actor ratiated

by both audiences and industry peers

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alike Peggy Lane portrayed a gentle and

relatable supporting character known for

her natural warmth and sincerity on

screen She was 23 years old when she

first appeared in television roles in

1973

Now 73 years old Lane gradually stepped

back from acting in later years choosing

a quieter life away from the

spotlight Throughout her career she

consistently brought authenticity and

charm to every project she was involved

in earning appreciation from audiences

of classic TV Though she never took on

leading roles her steady presence and

nuance performances added subtle depth

and a grounded quality to the shows she

participated in Lane’s work remains

appreciated by fans who remember the era

fondly and her contributions helped

shape the tone of several memorable

television series of the 1970s and

beyond Thanks for watching We hope you

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