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Thursday, February 17, 2011

Seinfeld Actor Who Played Uncle Leo Dies At 88

Uncle Leo Seinfeld:LOS ANGELES – Len Lesser, veteran character actor best known for his scene stealing role of Uncle Leo on “Seinfeld, ” died Wednesday. He was 88.

Petit family said in a statement that he died in Burbank, California from pneumonia related to cancer.
“The sky was a great comedian and actor today, ” his daughter, Michele, said in the statement.

“The outpouring of sympathy we’ve received has been incredible and it is greatly appreciated.Seinfeld Actor Who Played Uncle Leo Dies At 88