Jerry Stiller
Gerald Isaac Stiller was an American comedian and actor. He spent many years as part of the comedy duo Stiller and Meara with his wife, Anne Meara, to whom he was married for over 60 years until her death in 2015. Stiller saw a late-career resurgence starting in 1993, playing Frank Costanza on the sitcom Seinfeld, a part which earned him an Emmy nomination.
Career Journey
Background
- Born in
- Brooklyn
- Educated at
- Syracuse UniversityHB StudioSeward Park High School
- Awards
- 🏆 Ellis Island Medal of Honor🏆 star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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Timeline
1927
Born
Birth2020
Died
Death
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