Jason Alexander, Kevin James & More Pay Tribute To Jerry Stiller After News of His Passing
Jerry Stiller‘s former co-stars are paying tribute to the comedian on social media, after learning of his passing.
Jason Alexander, Kevin James, Leah Remini, and many others shared their memories of the star.
“Such sad news that my beloved friend, Jerry Stiller, has passed,” Jason wrote on Twitter. “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. #RIPJerryStiller I Love you.”
Kevin and Leah, who starred with Jerry on King of Queens, also shared tributes to Jerry.
“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.đ” Kevin posted on Instagram with a photo of the two.
Jerry‘s son Ben Stiller shared the news of his father’s passing this morning.
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. #RIPJerryStiller I Love you.
— jason alexander (@IJasonAlexander) May 11, 2020
See more celebrity tributes to Jerry Stiller inside now…
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 (@billyeichner) May 11, 2020
2020 is really taking its toll. RIP to the GREAT Jerry Stiller. Man….you made me laugh for decades. I even saw you onstage in Shakespeare in the Park in NYC. Rest well. May flights of angels…..â¤â¤đđżhttps://t.co/cL2S1LbScT
— Viola Davis (@violadavis) May 11, 2020
So sorry, Ben. He was an absolute legend.
— Ben Schwartz (@rejectedjokes) May 11, 2020
On stage or off he could put a smile on your face. Photo credit Arlene Gottfried. RIP Jerry Stiller pic.twitter.com/U3fRr9QTwM
— Gilbert Gottfried (@RealGilbert) May 11, 2020
Captainâs 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 (@WilliamShatner) May 11, 2020
RIP Jerry Stiller, a great comic actor and a splendid man. He and his wife Anne were royalty but they wouldâve laughed in your face if you said so. And then hugged the hell out of you.
— Michael McKean (@MJMcKean) May 11, 2020
I so loved & admired Jerry Stiller. Met him & Anne in â73 when Franken & Davis did the NYC Improv. Werenât many teams then (still arenât) & we were big Stiller & Meara fans. They were so encouraging then & during my pol. career. Here's a sweet photo of the two of them. RIP Jerry. pic.twitter.com/1bnSwD2y3N
— Al Franken (@alfranken) May 11, 2020
The late Jerry Stiller was – and always will be – a NYC icon. He & Anne Meara were legendary entertainers, and I had the good luck to present them with a "Made in New York" Mayor's Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2012. Now they're back together, & Heaven just got a lot funnier. pic.twitter.com/VcsEmQXnqr
— Mike Bloomberg (@MikeBloomberg) May 11, 2020
I remember watching Stiller & Meara as a kid on Ed Sullivan, loving them. Then to work with Jerry, a kind, brilliant comedian who had no idea how great he was. What an honor! He was a giant!
— Wayne Knight (@iWayneKnight) May 11, 2020
— Jerry Seinfeld (@JerrySeinfeld) May 11, 2020
So sorry. He made me laugh till I cried on many many occasions.
— Seth Rogen (@Sethrogen) May 11, 2020
What a career.
What a life.
Today, watch the original Taking of Pelham 1-2-3 in his honor. https://t.co/2viob3TrO5
— Jon Cryer (@MrJonCryer) May 11, 2020