Legendary actor Jerry Stiller has passed away from natural causes at the age of 92.
A talented comedian and actor, tributes have been flooding in for Jerry Stiller since news of his passing broke this morning.
Boasting a career that spanned almost seven decades, the star was arguably best known for his roles in Seinfeld and The King of Queens – rising to fame in the 60s as part of a comedy duo with his wife Anne Meara.
Leading the tributes, his son Ben confirmed the news on Twitter, sharing a photo of his late father and writing:
“I’m sad to say that my father, Jerry Stiller, passed away from natural causes. 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.”
I’m sad to say that my father, Jerry Stiller, passed away from natural causes. 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. pic.twitter.com/KyoNsJIBz5
— Ben Stiller (@BenStiller) May 11, 2020
Friends and fans have joined Ben in his grief, also taking to social media to share their favourite memories of the actor. Crediting him with always making them laugh, he’s responsible for bringing smiles to people’s faces across the globe.
https://twitter.com/StarkLokifan97/status/1259772388729741312
No one will ever make us laugh like Jerry #jerrystiller pic.twitter.com/cI1pcySojj
— Death By DVD (@Deathbydvd) May 11, 2020
Sad to hear about #jerrystiller what an absolute legend. Hours of laughter he brought me. pic.twitter.com/g07DZRGSal
— JollieGiant (@Jollie_Lakers) May 11, 2020
"Jerry Stiller" #jerrystiller #kingofqueens
This is why he was so funny: pic.twitter.com/hZZjsmcIo9
— Tavern Hoyden (@TavernHoyden) May 11, 2020
Jerry’s last role was in the popular movie Zoolander: Super Model, in which he starred alongside son Ben.
