After battling Parkinson’s for so many years, the beloved star passed away
Richard Lewis, known for his role on “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” passed away from a heart attack at age 76. His death was confirmed by Deadline, with his publicist noting it occurred on Tuesday. Richard gained fame as a comedian in the 1980s, appearing on shows like “The Tonight Show,” “The Late Show with David Letterman,” and “The Howard Stern Show.”
On Wednesday, social media was flooded with tributes from fans, his co-star Larry David, and actress Bette Midler. Larry David, in a heartfelt statement shared by HBO, said, “Richard and I were born three days apart in the same hospital. He’s been like a brother to me my whole life.” Bette Midler expressed her sadness on Twitter, calling Richard “a very funny man who will be missed by all.”
Richard also starred in TV shows like “Anything But Love” and movies like “Robin Hood: Men in Tights.” In April 2023, he revealed his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis on social media, detailing his health struggles and decision to retire from stand-up comedy to focus on writing and acting.
Fans and friends remembered him fondly, with actor Albert Brooks stating, “The world needs him more than ever.” One fan noted, “Richard Lewis and Larry’s friendship was always one of the best parts of Curb.” Richard leaves behind his wife, Joyce Lapinsky, whom he married in 2005.
