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ItsjustMe

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Wed Feb 28, 2024, 09:20 PM Feb 28

Richard Lewis, revered comic and 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' star, dies at 76

Richard Lewis, revered comic and 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' star, dies at 76

Richard Lewis, the beloved stand-up comedian and a star of "Curb Your Enthusiasm," has died, his publicist announced.

Lewis, 76, died at his home in Los Angeles after a heart attack Tuesday night, according to his publicist, Jeff Abraham.

The actor revealed in April that he had been living with Parkinson's disease.

Joyce Lapinsky, Lewis’ wife, "thanks everyone for all the love, friendship and support and asks for privacy at this time," according to the statement shared by Abraham.
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