Richard Lewis, Stand-up Comic and Actor

SOURCE deadline.com
Beloved stand-up comic Richard Lewis has passed away at 76 after suffering a heart attack. He was known for his dark, self-deprecating humor and iconic role on HBO's Curb Your Enthusiasm.

Key Points

  • Richard Lewis began his comedy career in the 1970s in New York and Los Angeles
  • He was known for his dark and brutally honest humor about his addictions and neurosis
  • Lewis starred as a fictionalized version of himself on HBO's Curb Your Enthusiasm

Pros

  • Richard Lewis was a beloved and revered stand-up comic
  • He had a unique stage persona that straddled comedy and therapy
  • His comedic brilliance and talent were unmatched

Cons

  • Richard Lewis passed away at the age of 76
  • He had been living with Parkinson's disease
  • Survivor information was not immediately available