By Mark Gray
11:06am PDT, May 11, 2020
Comedy legend Jerry Stiller has passed away, his son, Ben Stiller, announced on May 11. Jerry, who's largely famous for playing George Costanza's dad on "Seinfeld," was 92. "I'm sad to say that my father, Jerry Stiller, passed away from natural causes," Ben tweeted. "He was a great dad and grandfather, and the most dedicated husband to Anne for about 62 years. He will be greatly missed. Love you Dad." Jerry, who had a career spanning six decades, left an indelible mark on Hollywood. Following his death, many of entertainment's top names — including many of Jerry's former co-stars — paid tribute to him on social media. Click through to see how Jerry is being publicly honored…
"Such sad news that my beloved friend, Jerry Stiller, has passed. He was perhaps the kindest man I ever had the honor to work beside. He made me laugh when I was a child and every day I was with him. A great actor, a great man, a lovely friend. #RIPJerry Stiller I Love you… Yeah I adored this man" –Jason Alexander
"I was lucky enough to work with Jerry Stiller, playing his daughter for 9 years on 'The King Of Queens,' but even luckier to know him, the man, the husband, the father, the grandfather. I am only comforted knowing that Anne & Jerry, the great comedy duo of Stiller & Meara are back together. I will be forever grateful for the memories, the fatherly talks off screen and for the many years of laughter, the kindness he had shown to me and my family…You will be so very missed Jerry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Amy & Ben." –Leah Remini
"Jerry Stiller's comedy will live forever." –Jerry Seinfeld
"I had the privilege of working with Jerry Stiller and his wife Ann Meara many times on 'All My Children.' He was the kindest, loveliest person. But his acting was like, in another dimension. He could go into a far off place and bring out things in a scene that would never occur to you." –Kelly Ripa
"One of the most kind, loving, and funny people to ever grace this earth. Thank you for so many incredible memories. I love you and miss you. Requiescat in pace." –Kevin James
"Sending you love, Ben. What a giant. So grateful for him, and Anne, and you" –Lin-Manuel Miranda
"He was a lovely man – always so kind to me. Condolences Ben." –Hank Azaria
"So sorry for your loss, Ben." –Ricky Gervais
"We send you all love and our condolences, Ben. Every B'way show I ever did your folks would come back to say hello and it didn't matter if the show was a hit or a flop..the light and love they brought was always the highlight of the day. Thanks for sharing them with us. Godspeed" –Peter Gallagher
"Captain's Log Stardate 54: As we begin a new week it is sad to hear about the passing of Jerry Stiller; a comedic genius, fellow actor & friend. He will be missed. Condolences to his family." –William Shatner
"RIP Jerry Stiller, a great comic actor and a splendid man. He and his wife Anne were royalty but they would've laughed in your face if you said so. And then hugged the hell out of you." –Michael McKean
"He made me laugh till I cried on many many occasions." –Seth Rogen
"So very sorry to hear this, Ben. He was always a joy to be around, as was your wonderful mother. Sending love and condolences to you and your family" –Morgan Fairchild
"My heart goes out to @RedHourBen & his entire family on this very difficult loss. Thank you Jerry for your brilliant comedic prowess. There was nobody who quite turned a phrase like #JerryStiller & few who got to create a holiday iconically linked to them. Happy eternal Festivus" –Josh Gad
"Seeing Jerry Stiller on screen instantly made you happy. Just a beloved person in comedy, in NYC, in show business in general. Sending love and condolences to @RedHourBen." –Billy Eichner
"I'm so sorry to hear this. He was so loved." –Jon Cryer
"Jerry Stiller was a wonderful guy. He always had time to teach whatever would help – meditation, acting technique. Greatest of all, he was great company. Thankfully, he had the best possible himself in his equally wonderful wife. God bless Ben and Amy." –Chris Matthews
"I so loved & admired Jerry Stiller. Met him & Anne in '73 when Franken & Davis did the NYC Improv. Weren't many teams then (still aren't) & we were big Stiller & Meara fans. They were so encouraging then & during my pol. career." –Al Franken
