Thursday, February 17, 2011

Len Lesser

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Len Lesser, The veteran character actor Len Lesser is dead. He was best known for his role as uncle Leo on "Seinfeld". He breath his last at home in Burbank, California, He died from cancer related Pneumonia at the age of 88.

In a statement, Lesser's daughter, Michele Lesser, said, "Heaven got a great comedian and actor today.... Thank you to all the people who helped make my father's last journey special, and surrounded with love. The doctors, nurses, and staff have been outstanding, and Dad was in phenomenal hands. His passing was peaceful, with great dignity, and surrounded by those who loved him dearly."

During the 60-years of his career, he appeared on many television series like "Get Smart", "That Girl", "The Munsters", "The minkees", "Thirty something","ER", and "Every one loves Raymond in addition to his role on "Seinfeld".

Lesser also appeared in a handful of movies including 'Outlaw Josey Wales,' 'Kelly's Heroes,' 'Birdman of Alcatraz' and 'Death Hunt.'

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

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