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Zoneboy · 02-16-2011, 09:58 PM

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Len Lesser, the veteran character actor best known for his scene-stealing role as Uncle Leo on "Seinfeld," has died. He was 88.

Lesser's family said in a statement that he died Wednesday in Burbank, Calif., from cancer-related pneumonia.

Lesser's lengthy list of television credits included parts on "Get Smart," "That Girl," "The Munsters," "The Monkees," "The Rockford Files," "thirtysomething," "ER," and "Everybody Loves Raymond," which featured Lesser in a recurring role as the arm-shaking Garvin. His film credits included "Outlaw Josey Wales," "Kelly's Heroes," "Birdman of Alcatraz" and "Death Hunt." He most recently appeared on the TV drama "Castle."

He is survived by his daughter, Michele; son, David; daughter-in-law, Julie; and grandchildren, Jonathan, Kayla, and Mayah.

Brian Damage · 02-16-2011, 10:12 PM

NOOOOOOOO! Uncle Leo....Goodbye!

Marvo301 · 02-16-2011, 10:38 PM

Len Lesser

Schmoopie · 02-17-2011, 02:42 AM

Sorry to hear this. I really liked him as Uncle Leo and he will be missed. I'm going to check his IMDB page and see if I can find his other appearances in different shows.

HuntingtonM15 · 02-17-2011, 03:08 AM

Sad news. May he

Ohio8 · 02-17-2011, 06:48 PM

AB · 02-17-2011, 07:19 PM

Rest in peace.

catlover79 · 02-18-2011, 01:28 AM

I LOVED Uncle Leo. Len Lasser was just perfect in the role!! He also made a very funny guest spot on The Bob Newhart Show back in the 1970s. He didn't have the mustache, but I recognized him right away. Thanks for the laughs and memories!!!

Marvo301 · 02-18-2011, 01:53 AM

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This is from my favorite Uncle Leo appearance. Jerry turns in Uncle Leo for stealing a book.

catlover79 · 02-18-2011, 04:38 AM

It's hard to believe that Uncle Leo was only in 15 episodes - but he made the most of each appearance!!!

Marvo301 · 02-18-2011, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by catlover79

It's hard to believe that Uncle Leo was only in 15 episodes - but he made the most of each appearance!!!

He certainly did! It's a tribute to his skill as an actor that he was able to create such a memorable character in so few appearances!

Schmoopie · 02-19-2011, 02:55 AM

Those pictures almost made me cry! But thanks for posting them.

catlover79 · 02-19-2011, 03:39 AM

It's a credit to Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David that they created so many wonderful, memorable MINOR characters. They didn't take away anything from the core four, but just enhanced everything. I mean, you had Uncle Leo, Mickey, J. Peterman, Mr. Pitt, Jerry's parents, George's parents, Kramer's mom, and of course, Newman (to name just a few!).

Seinatra · 03-15-2011, 12:25 PM

"Swarm swarm!!"

RIP.

02-16-2011, 09:58 PM	#1
Zoneboy RIP, I'LL NEVER FORGET YOU :( Moderator Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 13, 2003 Location: AT HOME WISHING ALL THIS WAS JUST A DREAM AND THAT I'LL WAKE UP FROM THIS NIGHTMARE. Posts: 34,441	Len Lesser (Uncle Leo) 1922-2011 Link Len Lesser, the veteran character actor best known for his scene-stealing role as Uncle Leo on "Seinfeld," has died. He was 88. Lesser's family said in a statement that he died Wednesday in Burbank, Calif., from cancer-related pneumonia. Lesser's lengthy list of television credits included parts on "Get Smart," "That Girl," "The Munsters," "The Monkees," "The Rockford Files," "thirtysomething," "ER," and "Everybody Loves Raymond," which featured Lesser in a recurring role as the arm-shaking Garvin. His film credits included "Outlaw Josey Wales," "Kelly's Heroes," "Birdman of Alcatraz" and "Death Hunt." He most recently appeared on the TV drama "Castle." He is survived by his daughter, Michele; son, David; daughter-in-law, Julie; and grandchildren, Jonathan, Kayla, and Mayah.
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Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	NOOOOOOOO! Uncle Leo....Goodbye!
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02-16-2011, 10:38 PM	#3
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02-17-2011, 02:42 AM	#4
Schmoopie Keep Calm and Love Snoopy Forum Star Join Date: Jul 13, 2008 Location: Lynnwood, Washington Posts: 15,697	Sorry to hear this. I really liked him as Uncle Leo and he will be missed. I'm going to check his IMDB page and see if I can find his other appearances in different shows.
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02-17-2011, 03:08 AM	#5
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02-18-2011, 01:28 AM	#8
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	I LOVED Uncle Leo. Len Lasser was just perfect in the role!! He also made a very funny guest spot on The Bob Newhart Show back in the 1970s. He didn't have the mustache, but I recognized him right away. Thanks for the laughs and memories!!!
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02-18-2011, 01:53 AM	#9
Marvo301 I'm NOT a Blockhead! Forum Celebrity Join Date: May 17, 2002 Location: The Great White North Posts: 21,460	This is from my favorite Uncle Leo appearance. Jerry turns in Uncle Leo for stealing a book.

02-18-2011, 04:38 AM	#10
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	It's hard to believe that Uncle Leo was only in 15 episodes - but he made the most of each appearance!!!

02-19-2011, 02:55 AM	#12
Schmoopie Keep Calm and Love Snoopy Forum Star Join Date: Jul 13, 2008 Location: Lynnwood, Washington Posts: 15,697	Those pictures almost made me cry! But thanks for posting them.

02-19-2011, 03:39 AM	#13
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	It's a credit to Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David that they created so many wonderful, memorable MINOR characters. They didn't take away anything from the core four, but just enhanced everything. I mean, you had Uncle Leo, Mickey, J. Peterman, Mr. Pitt, Jerry's parents, George's parents, Kramer's mom, and of course, Newman (to name just a few!).

03-15-2011, 12:25 PM	#14
Seinatra Member Senior Member Join Date: Aug 29, 2004 Location: Gran Chaco Posts: 1,840	"Swarm swarm!!" RIP.